Strand Street, Cape Town

Name: Strand Street
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#163 among attractions in Cape Town

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Strand Street is one of the main streets in the central business district of Cape Town, South Africa. It runs northwest-southeast through the centre from Green Point to Woodstock, passing the Golden Acre shopping centre, the Cape Town railway station, the Lutheran Church in Strand Street, the Koopmans-de Wet House, and the Castle of Good Hope. Originally, in the vicinity of the Castle, Strand Street ran along the Table Bay shore - "strand" being the Dutch and Afrikaans word for "beach" - but land reclamation to create the Foreshore and the modern Port of Cape Town has moved the shoreline about a kilometre to the northeast. ()

Coordinates: 33°55'26"S, 18°25'32"E

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Cape Town CBD - ForeshoreCape Town South Africa

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Strand Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Long Street, Adderley Street, Castle Military Museum, Castle of Good Hope.

~1870 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Long Street, Cape Town
10 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...
~930 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Adderley Street, Cape Town
5 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...
~890 ftSE
33°55'31"S • 18°25'41"E
Castle Military Museum, Cape Town
5 min walk • Museum
~970 ftSE
17th-century castle with military museum
Castle of Good Hope, Cape Town
5 min walk • The Castle of Good Hope stands as a bastion of history in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Constructed by the Dutch East India Company between 1666 and 1679, this pentagonal fortress is the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa.
~1910 ftW
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.
~750 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Golden Acre Shopping Centre, Cape Town
4 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...
0.4 miSW
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...
~1500 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
District Six Museum, Cape Town
8 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...
~770 ftSW
City hall, Neo-renaissance architecture
City Hall, Cape Town
4 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.
~400 ftSW
Square
Grand Parade, Cape Town
2 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.
~1380 ftW
Square
Church Square, Cape Town
7 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 Strand Street?

Nearby attractions include Grand Parade, Cape Town (2 min walk), City Hall, Cape Town (4 min walk), Central Library Cape Town, Cape Town (4 min walk), Castle Military Museum, Cape Town (5 min walk).

How to get to Strand Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Strand Street:

Train

Cape Town (3 min walk)
Esplanade (30 min walk)

Bus

The Castle • Lines: 102 (5 min walk)
Darling • Lines: 102, 103 (5 min walk)