Koopmans-de Wet House, Cape Town

Name: Koopmans-de Wet House
Address: 35 Strand St, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 481 3935

#80 among attractions in Cape Town

Museum, Historical place

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Koopmans-de Wet House is a former residence and current museum in Strand Street, Cape Town, South Africa. The house became part of the South African Museum in 1913 and was opened to the public on 10 March 1914. It was declared a National Monument under National Monuments Council legislation on 1 November 1940. It is the oldest house museum in South Africa. ()

Local name: Marie Koopmans-De Wet#Die Koopmans-De Wet-huisArchitectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 33°55'15"S, 18°25'16"E

Address

35 Strand StCape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town 8001 South Africa

Contact

+27 21 481 3935

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Koopmans-de Wet House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Long Street, Adderley Street, Bo-Kaap, St. George's Cathedral.

~470 ftSW
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~970 ftSE
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Adderley Street, Cape Town
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0.4 miW
Displays on local Islamic culture
Bo-Kaap, Cape Town
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~1580 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
8 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.
~1030 ftSE
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~810 ftNW
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Lutheran Church in Strand Street, Cape Town
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, the Lutheran Church in Strand Street stands as a historical beacon, reflecting the rich tapestry of the city's diverse cultural heritage. This architectural gem, with its distinctive gabled facade and baroque features, was constructed...
~1870 ftSE
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~1790 ftSE
Square
Grand Parade, Cape Town
9 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.
~1500 ftS
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
8 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.
~1570 ftS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Koopmans-de Wet House open?

Koopmans-de Wet House is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Koopmans-de Wet House?

Nearby attractions include South African Sendinggestig Museum, Cape Town (2 min walk), Zero-2-One, Cape Town (4 min walk), Greenmarket Square, Cape Town (4 min walk), Lutheran Church in Strand Street, Cape Town (4 min walk).

How to get to Koopmans-de Wet House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Koopmans-de Wet House:

Bus

Mid Long • Lines: 101 (1 min walk)
Cape Town Tourism • Lines: Red Line (2 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (9 min walk)