Groote Kerk, Cape Town

Name: Groote Kerk
Address: 43 Adderley Street, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 461 7044

#61 among attractions in Cape Town

Church, Sacred and religious sites

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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. It was replaced by the present building in 1841, but the original tower was retained. The pulpit is the work of Anton Anreith and the carpenter Jacob Graaff, and was inaugurated on 29 November 1789. The Groote Kerk lays claim to housing South Africa's largest organ, which was installed in 1954 and has 5917 pipes. ()

Local name: NG gemeente Kaapstad Coordinates: 33°55'29"S, 18°25'15"E

Address

43 Adderley StreetCape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town 8001 South Africa

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+27 21 461 7044

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Day trips

Groote Kerk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Long Street, Adderley Street, St. George's Cathedral, Golden Acre Shopping Centre.

~1160 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Long Street, Cape Town
6 min walk • Long Street, situated in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, is an eclectic shopping district known for its Victorian architecture and bustling atmosphere. This vibrant street is lined with a multitude of shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars, making it a favorite...
~830 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Adderley Street, Cape Town
4 min walk • Adderley Street, situated in the bustling city of Cape Town, South Africa, stands as a vibrant shopping district that offers an eclectic mix of retail experiences for both locals and tourists alike. Known for its historical significance and central location, this...
~460 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
3 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.
~1070 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Golden Acre Shopping Centre, Cape Town
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town's bustling suburbs, the Golden Acre Shopping Centre stands as a testament to the city's vibrant retail culture. A hub of activity and commerce, this shopping center is a go-to destination for both locals and tourists looking to indulge...
~1170 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Statues of Louis Botha
6 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...
~1510 ftSW
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
8 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...
~1350 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
District Six Museum, Cape Town
7 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...
~1380 ftSW
Memorial
Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town
7 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.
~910 ftE
City hall, Neo-renaissance architecture
City Hall, Cape Town
5 min walk • Cape Town City Hall is a large Edwardian building in Cape Town city centre which was built in 1905. It is located on the Grand Parade to the west of the Castle and is built from honey-coloured oolitic limestone imported from Bath in England.
~1150 ftE
Square
Grand Parade, Cape Town
6 min walk • The Grand Parade is the main public square in Cape Town, South Africa. The square is surrounded by the Cape Town City Hall, the Castle of Good Hope, and the Cape Town railway station.
~100 ftE
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
1 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Groote Kerk?

Nearby attractions include Church Square, Cape Town (1 min walk), Slave Lodge, Cape Town (1 min walk), Statue of Jan Hendrik Hofmeyr, Cape Town (1 min walk), Mutual Building, Cape Town (3 min walk).

How to get to Groote Kerk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Groote Kerk:

Bus

Darling • Lines: 102, 103 (3 min walk)
St. George's Cathedral • Lines: Red Line (4 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (9 min walk)