Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town

Name: Cecil John Rhodes Statue
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#35 among attractions in Cape Town

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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. It has been compared to the Jan van Riebeeck statue, which faces south and asserts a different sense of occupation. Despite its size, the present location of the monument in the company's Garden makes it less significant in comparison to that of Jan Smuts at Adderley Street, Cape Town, a location that had been considered for the placement of the Rhodes statue. ()

Coordinates: 33°55'37"S, 18°25'2"E

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Cape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town South Africa

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Cecil John Rhodes Statue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1010 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
5 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.
~710 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statues of Louis Botha
4 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...
~770 ftS
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...
~160 ftS
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
1 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...
~1430 ftNE
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
7 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.
~1010 ftSW
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts
Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town
5 min walk • 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.
~1580 ftSE
Museum
Rust en Vreugd
8 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...
~1240 ftNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Slave Lodge, Cape Town
6 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.
~1710 ftNE
Archaeological site
Heritage Western Cape, Cape Town
9 min walk • Heritage Western Cape is a provincial heritage resources authority established by the Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport of the government of the Western Cape province in South Africa.
~1790 ftNE
Square, Flea market, Shopping
Greenmarket Square, Cape Town
9 min walk • Greenmarket Square is a historical square in the centre of old Cape Town, South Africa. The square was built in 1696, when a burgher watch house was erected.
~1820 ftNE
Historical place, Skyscraper
Mutual Building, Cape Town
9 min walk • The Mutual Building, in Cape Town, South Africa, was built as the headquarters of the South African Mutual Life Assurance Society, now the "Old Mutual" insurance and financial services company.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cecil John Rhodes Statue?

Nearby attractions include Company's Garden, Cape Town (1 min walk), Stalplein (1 min walk), Huguenot Memorial Building, Cape Town (2 min walk), St. Mary's Cathedral, Cape Town (2 min walk).

How to get to Cecil John Rhodes Statue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cecil John Rhodes Statue:

Bus

Upper Long • Lines: 101 (4 min walk)
South African Museum • Lines: Red Line (5 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (16 min walk)