Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden
A serene and immersive sculpture garden nestled between Stellenbosch’s suburbs and mountain wilderness, showcasing over 60 works by acclaimed sculptor Dylan Lewis.
Description
The Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden, nestled between Stellenbosch’s suburbs and mountain wilderness, features over 60 bronze sculptures set across seven hectares. Visitors can explore tranquil paths surrounded by indigenous plants, with each artwork reflecting the artist’s exploration of nature and human emotion.
This unique garden offers a peaceful retreat for art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Enjoy stunning views, reflective moments, and an intimate connection with Lewis’s evocative sculptures in a breathtaking landscape.
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Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden
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Art Styles
Animals | Bronze sculptures | Dynamic human forms | Mythological creatures
Exhibitions
Over 60 permanent outdoor works by Dylan Lewis
Activities
Art Viewing | Coffee Shop | Garden Walks
Experiences
- Wander winding paths through fynbos, discovering hidden sculptures.
- Admire bronze works depicting wild animals and human emotions against mountain views.
- Relax in serene nooks, feeling the blend of art and nature.
- Join a guided tour to delve into the artist’s exploration of inner wilderness.
Estimated Duration
1 – 2 hours
Guided Tours
A privately guided tour can be arranged with advance booking, subject to guide availability.
1-5 guests: R1 500 per group.
6-10 guests: R2 000 per group
11-20 guests: R3 000 per group
Tour fee excludes garden entry fee.
Dress Code
Casual
What to Bring
Bag | Camera / Smartphone | Comfortable shoes | ID / Tickets | Notebook | Water bottle
Additional Information
- Guests park at Vriesenhof Vineyards and shuttle (500 meters) to the garden. Exceptions for guests with young children or physical challenges.
- Selection of artwork available for purchase in the Old Studio.
- Garden available for small private functions.
- The Old Storeroom serves coffee, tea, refreshments, and cake.
- Neighbouring Vriesenhof offers lunch and dinner at Die Stoep.
Inside Guides
- Visit in the morning for cooler temperatures and softer light for photography.
- Explore the casting moulds room for a behind-the-scenes look at the sculpting process.
Weather Conditions
Ideal Weather: Clear / Sunny
Rain Alert: Moderate Rain (40–60%)
Weather Experience: Outdoor garden experience; rain or wind can reduce visibility and comfort. Best enjoyed in dry, calm conditions.Umbrellas and water boots provided in winter.
Restrictions & Rules
- Children under 16 must be supervised at all times, especially near water features and sculptures.
- Climbing onto sculptures is strictly prohibited.
- Personal photographs or video allowed for personal use only. No commercial photography without prior written permission.
- No food or beverages to be brought into the Sculpture Garden unless permission granted by management.
- No picnics allowed in the garden.
- Smoking prohibited in the Sculpture Garden.
- Registered assistance dogs only permitted, with prior notification.
Reservation Policies
- Visits by appointment only, Tuesday to Saturday.
- Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the visit.
Last entry: 15h30 daily.
Reservations: Required
Cancellations & Refunds: A non-refundable payment for the tour is required to confirm your booking.
Estimate Price Range
R200 – R300+
Entry Fee & Prices
R260 | Standard garden entry
R160 | Students and South African pensioners (SA ID required)
Free | Children under 18
Booking Methods
Dineplan | Email | Phone | Website
Art installations
Bathroom
Café “Old Storeroom”
Child friendly
Contoured hills & valleys
Eco-friendly practices
Extensive fynbos planting
Four-kilometre paths
Gravel/stone walking paths
Indigenous plant palette
Japanese influence design
Lakes and water-features
Large-scale animal sculptures
Minimalist curving layout
More than 60 sculptures
Panoramic mountain views
Parking
Private guided tours
Sculptural grouping themes
Self-guided map provided
Seven-hectare garden
Ticket/booking desk
Tranquil gardens
View terraces & pavilion
Visitor parking shuttle
No dogs allowed
No food/drinks
Not wheelchair accessible
Must Tries
Sculpture Walk Experience: Wander the meandering four-kilometre paths and encounter over sixty bronze works seamlessly placed among rolling hills, fynbos, and reflective water features — each turn revealing a new artistic dialogue with nature.
The Old Storeroom Café: Pause your walk with a quiet coffee or tea in the garden’s rustic café, surrounded by panoramic mountain views and a serene, contemplative atmosphere.
Guided Garden Tour: Join a private guide to gain deeper insight into Dylan Lewis’s creative process, symbolism, and the evolution of the garden’s sculptural and ecological design.
Highlights
Art in Nature: A rare fusion of landscape architecture and fine art where indigenous flora, natural contours, and monumental sculptures exist in perfect harmony.
Panoramic Mountain Setting: Breathtaking views of the Stellenbosch and Helderberg ranges form a dramatic backdrop to the tranquil, sculpted landscape.
Seasonal Beauty: The garden transforms with each season — from lush fynbos blooms to golden winter light — ensuring every visit feels entirely new.
Features
- Art installations
- Bathroom
- Café “Old Storeroom”
- Child friendly
- Contoured hills & valleys
- Eco-friendly practices
- Extensive fynbos planting
- Four-kilometre paths
- Gravel/stone walking paths
- Indigenous plant palette
- Japanese influence design
- Lakes and water-features
- Large-scale animal sculptures
- Minimalist curving layout
- More than 60 sculptures
- Panoramic mountain views
- Parking
- Private guided tours
- Sculptural grouping themes
- Self-guided map provided
- Seven-hectare garden
- Ticket/booking desk
- Tranquil gardens
- View terraces & pavilion
- Visitor parking shuttle
- No dogs allowed
- No food/drinks
- Not wheelchair accessible
Must Tries
Sculpture Walk Experience: Wander the meandering four-kilometre paths and encounter over sixty bronze works seamlessly placed among rolling hills, fynbos, and reflective water features — each turn revealing a new artistic dialogue with nature.
The Old Storeroom Café: Pause your walk with a quiet coffee or tea in the garden’s rustic café, surrounded by panoramic mountain views and a serene, contemplative atmosphere.
Guided Garden Tour: Join a private guide to gain deeper insight into Dylan Lewis’s creative process, symbolism, and the evolution of the garden’s sculptural and ecological design.
Highlights
Art in Nature: A rare fusion of landscape architecture and fine art where indigenous flora, natural contours, and monumental sculptures exist in perfect harmony.
Panoramic Mountain Setting: Breathtaking views of the Stellenbosch and Helderberg ranges form a dramatic backdrop to the tranquil, sculpted landscape.
Seasonal Beauty: The garden transforms with each season — from lush fynbos blooms to golden winter light — ensuring every visit feels entirely new.
Address
Mulberry Farm, Paradyskloof Road, Stellenbosch,
Parking: Parking at Vriesenhof vineyard with a shuttle to the garden.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday – Saturday | 08h30 – 17h00 |
| Last entry | 15h30 |
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