In this blog we’re going to look at things to do in Clarens from the perspective of guests staying at Clarens Eddies Self Catering or Bed and Breakfast, since this accommodation offers much more than a place to lay your head.

This is where you’ll find the rare comfort of being completely at home on holiday, with an owner and staff that have earned a place among the top 10% of hotels worldwide, from both Tripadvisor and Booking.com.

Service excellence is the norm for this team, where caring about your stay and what there is to enjoy in Clarens is a priority. Exploring Clarens: The Best Things to See and Do isn’t a very difficult topic at all, when you consider that there are so many things to see and do in this beautiful valley that you’ll need help with deciding where to start!

Exploring Clarens: The Best Things to See and Do

As the art Mecca of South Africa, affectionately known as the Jewel of the Free State, it’s hard to find another small town that has so much on offer for every type of visitor, young and not-so-young!

Due to the huge amount of activities on offer, it’s great to have the input of the staff at Clarens Eddies when it comes to choosing the ideal things to do during your stay in Clarens. 

After all, this is their neck of the woods, and they love nothing better than to share their passion for this magical village and valley, which has a history going back over a hundred years.

Here’s a look at a short list of the best things to see and do in Clarens;

Hiking trails

Hiking trails are as much a part of the magic of Clarens as the art and history is! There’s a hiking trail around virtually every corner in Clarens, and when you stay at Clarens Eddies, you have the knowledge of an experienced hiker at hand in owner Dawn Trevelyan.

When Dawn is at home, she offers free guided mountain walks to guests, who get to see it all in the depth and breadth of everything that grows along these walks.

Art Avenue

There is a whole avenue devoted to art galleries in Clarens, where you’ll find almost every form of art on display, to enjoy looking at or buying. If you love original art, make space for the art you fall in love with and take back home!

Dawn is also an artist, which is a great start if you want a focussed look at specific types and styles of art you may prefer. You’ll find your accommodation filled with original art, due to her love of and support for local art.

Food, wine and beer in Clarens!

Along with art, food, wine and beer play a major role in the eclectic style of this village, and with over 20 restaurants, coffee shops, delis and more, you’ll have a smorgasbord of many different cuisines in this melting pot of culture.

Kraft beer is on tap at Clarens Brewery, where Kraft beer, whether served as regular brews or speciality small batch brews, meets food in the best possible way. We all know about wine pairing, but at Clarens Brewery, you’ll have the best advice on beer pairings with a great menu.

…and there’s so much more!

…such as; white river rafting, fly-fishing, horse riding, MTB 4×4 trails, Cycling, Putt Putt, golfing, Cherry Picking, hot air balloon rides, Wellness Spas and curio shops, which also form part of the extensive list of things to do in Clarens.

A short distance away from Clarens is the Golden Gate National Park, Afriski Ski Resort and the Lesotho border, where you can sign up for a pony trek through the Maluti Mountains.

Contact Dawn and her team at Clarens Eddies to book your accommodation in Clarens, they’ll unlock the best things to see and do in Clarens, as they look forward to welcoming you to their home away from home in the Free State!