Gardens Shul, Cape Town

Name: Gardens Shul
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#68 among attractions in Cape Town

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The Gardens Shul, formally, the Cape Town Hebrew Congregation, founded in 1841, located in the Cape Town Botanical Gardens, in the Gardens neighborhood of Cape Town, is the oldest Jewish congregation in South Africa. ()

Completed: 1905 (119 years ago)Coordinates: 33°55'47"S, 18°24'59"E

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Cape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town South Africa

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Gardens Shul – 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.

~1990 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
10 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.
~1150 ftNE
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...
~1270 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...
~370 ftNE
Major museum for African and European art
Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town
2 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...
~890 ftN
Park, Garden
Company's Garden, Cape Town
5 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 miE
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...
~1040 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.
0.4 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.
~560 ftNW
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts
Iziko South African Museum, Cape Town
3 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.
~1250 ftE
Museum
Rust en Vreugd
7 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)

Which popular attractions are close to Gardens Shul?

Nearby attractions include Cape Town Holocaust Centre, Cape Town (1 min walk), Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town (2 min walk), Artillery Memorial, Cape Town (3 min walk), Iziko Museums, Cape Town (3 min walk).

How to get to Gardens Shul by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gardens Shul:

Bus

SA Jewish Museum • Lines: Red Line (2 min walk)
South African Museum • Lines: Red Line (4 min walk)

Train

Cape Town (20 min walk)