Cape Town Holocaust Centre, Cape Town

#90 among attractions in Cape Town

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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The Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre began as Africa's first Holocaust centre founded in 1999. The Centre works towards creating a more caring and just society in which human rights and diversity are respected and valued. Through exhibitions, events and workshops, they endeavour to commemorate the victims and survivors of the Nazi regime and the numerous genocides that happened before and since the Holocaust. ()

Established: 1999 (25 years ago)Coordinates: 33°55'49"S, 18°24'60"E

Address

88 Hatfield StCape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town 8001 South Africa

Contact

+27 21 462 5553

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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
11 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.
~1250 ftNE
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...
~1310 ftW
Nightlife, Theater, Concerts and shows
Labia Theatre, Cape Town
7 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...
~500 ftNE
Major museum for African and European art
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town
3 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...
~1070 ftN
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
6 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...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
District Six Museum, Cape Town
12 min walk • The District Six Museum is a poignant testament to a turbulent chapter in Cape Town's history, located in the heart of the city. This museum, which serves both as a memorial to the forced displacement of the community during the apartheid era and as a center for...
~1220 ftN
Memorial
Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town
6 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.
~700 ftNW
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts
Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town
4 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.
~1200 ftE
Museum
Rust en Vreugd
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Cape Town Holocaust Centre open?

Cape Town Holocaust Centre is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 2 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Cape Town Holocaust Centre?

Nearby attractions include Gardens Shul, Cape Town (1 min walk), Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town (3 min walk), Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town (4 min walk), Iziko Museums, Cape Town (4 min walk).

How to get to Cape Town Holocaust Centre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cape Town Holocaust Centre:

Bus

SA Jewish Museum • Lines: Red Line (2 min walk)
South African Museum • Lines: Red Line (5 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (20 min walk)