Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town

Name: Iziko South African Museum
Address: 25 Queen Victoria St, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 481 3800

#41 among attractions in Cape Town

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The Iziko South African Museum is a South African national museum located in Cape Town. The museum was founded in 1825, the first in the country. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden since 1897. The museum houses important African zoology, palaeontology and archaeology collections. ()

Local name: Suid-Afrikaanse Museum Established: 1825 (199 years ago)Coordinates: 33°55'44"S, 18°24'54"E

Address

25 Queen Victoria StCape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town 8001 South Africa

Contact

+27 21 481 3800

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Day trips

Iziko South African Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. George's Cathedral, Statues of Louis Botha, Labia Theatre, Iziko South African National Gallery.

0.4 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
10 min walk • St. George's Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. This Anglican cathedral, constructed in the late 19th century, is not only a place of worship but also a site of cultural and political significance.
~1430 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statues of Louis Botha
7 min walk • The Statues of Louis Botha stand as a testament to South Africa's complex history, serving as monuments to a controversial figure in the nation's past. Louis Botha was the first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa and a key military leader during the Second...
~870 ftSW
Nightlife, Theater, Concerts and shows
Labia Theatre, Cape Town
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, the Labia Theatre stands as a cherished gem among cinema enthusiasts and a beacon of cultural heritage. This independent movie theatre, with its quaint charm and old-world ambiance, offers a unique cinematic experience far removed...
~760 ftE
Major museum for African and European art
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town
4 min walk • The Iziko South African National Gallery stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Cape Town, showcasing a rich tapestry of art that spans both historical and contemporary works. This premier art museum is not just a repository of artworks but a vibrant space for the...
~860 ftNE
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, lies the verdant oasis known as the Company's Garden. This historic park, established in the early 17th century by the Dutch East India Company, was originally created as a refreshment station for ships passing the Cape...
~1010 ftNE
Memorial
Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town
5 min walk • The Cecil John Rhodes Statue is a monument erected at Company's Garden in Cape Town. The statue was erected in 1908. It features a full body replica of Rhodes wearing a three-piece suit, standing with his left hand raised and pointing north.
0.5 miNE
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
12 min walk • Church Square in Cape Town, South Africa, lies in front of the Groote Kerk at the intersection of Parliament and Spin Streets. It currently features a park. In the middle of the square lies a statue of Jan Hendrik Hofmeyr.
~1780 ftE
Museum
Rust en Vreugd
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, Rust en Vreugd stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of the region. This elegant Dutch colonial house, built in 1777-1778, was originally the country residence of Willem Cornelis Boers, a high-ranking...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Slave Lodge, Cape Town
11 min walk • The Slave Lodge is a South African social history museum located in Cape Town. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden.
0.4 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Groote Kerk, Cape Town
12 min walk • The Groote Kerk is a Dutch Reformed church in Cape Town, South Africa. The church is South Africa's oldest place of Christian worship, built by Herman Schuette in 1841. The first church on this land was built in 1678. Willem Adriaan van der Stel laid the cornerstone for the church.
~780 ftN
Library
Centre for the Book, Cape Town
4 min walk • The Centre for the Book is a building situated next to the Company's Gardens in Cape Town. The building is run for the state by an independent organization of the same name, to promote literacy, reading, publishing and for conferences, symposia, training courses and exhibitions pertaining to these.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Iziko South African Museum open?

Iziko South African Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Iziko South African Museum?

Nearby attractions include Iziko Museums, Cape Town (1 min walk), Artillery Memorial, Cape Town (3 min walk), Gardens Shul, Cape Town (3 min walk), Cape Town Holocaust Centre, Cape Town (4 min walk).

How to get to Iziko South African Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Iziko South African Museum:

Bus

South African Museum • Lines: Red Line (2 min walk)
Michaelis • Lines: 101 (3 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (21 min walk)