St. James Church, Cape Town

Name: St. James Church
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#179 among attractions in Cape Town

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The St. James Church in St James, Cape Town, South Africa, is a large church whose building was built circa 1900. ()

Local name: St. James Kerk, Kaapstad Coordinates: 33°55'54"S, 18°24'48"E

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GardensCape Town South Africa

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St. James Church – 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.

~930 mNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
15 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.
~700 mNE
Monuments and statues
Statues of Louis Botha
12 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...
~210 mNW
Nightlife, Theater, Concerts and shows
Labia Theatre, Cape Town
4 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...
~460 mNE
Major museum for African and European art
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town
8 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...
~570 mNE
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
10 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...
~620 mNE
Memorial
Cecil John Rhodes Statue, Cape Town
10 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.
~670 mS
Park, Playground, Art Nouveau architecture
De Waal Park, Cape Town
11 min walk • De Waal Park is a public park and heritage site in the Oranjezicht suburb of Cape Town. The park, which contains over 120 species of trees, is popular with dog walkers. The park is roughly rectangular. Molteno Dam borders the park to the south, with the other three sides bordered by roads.
~320 mNE
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts
Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town
6 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.
~680 mE
Museum
Rust en Vreugd
11 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...
~980 mNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Slave Lodge, Cape Town
16 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.
~500 mSW
Area
Gardens, Cape Town
8 min walk • Gardens is an inner-city suburb of Cape Town located just to the south of the city centre located in the higher elevations of the "City Bowl" and directly beneath Table Mountain and Lion's Head.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. James Church?

Nearby attractions include Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town (6 min walk), Cape Town Holocaust Centre, Cape Town (6 min walk), Iziko Museums, Cape Town (6 min walk), Gardens Shul, Cape Town (6 min walk).

How to get to St. James Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. James Church:

Bus

Government Avenue • Lines: 101, Red Line (1 min walk)
Hidding Campus • Lines: Upper Campus - Hiddingh Campus (3 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (25 min walk)