South African Museum

African Dinosaur Exhibition

See the massive skeleton of the sauropod dinosaur Jobaria, and the huge head of Carcharodontosaurus, a close relative of Tyrannosaurus.
Located in the SA Museum
Tel: +27 021 481 3800

www.iziko.org.za
info@iziko.org.za

Company Gardens

With a large public park and botanical garden set in the heart of Cape Town, the gardens are home to more than 8 000 plant species, as well as birds and squirrels who are never shy for a feed.
Summer: 07h00 - 19h00; Winter: 07h00 - 18h00
19 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town

Tel: +27 21 400 2521
Download a brochure and map for a self guided walk here ›

De Tuynhuys

Originally built as a "garden house" for Jan van Riebeeck. Today Tuynhuys, as the presidential offices, is closed to the public.
Plein Street, Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 464 2100
www.thepresidency.gov.za

Great Synagogue

This is one of Cape Town's most outstanding buildings and stands alongside the Old Synagogue, opened in 1863, which now houses historical and ceremonial treasures of the Jewish Museum.
88 Hatfield Street, Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 465 1405
www.gardensshul.org

St. George’s Cathedral

St. George’s Cathedral was one of the only cathedrals to open its doors to all during the apartheid era and therefore fondly called “the people’s cathedral”.
5 Wale Street, Cape Town

Tel: + 27 21 424 7360

www.stgeorgescathedral.com
info@sgcathedral.co.za

The Cape Town Holocaust Centre

This first and only Holocaust Centre in South Africa serves as a memorial to the 6 million Jews who were killed in the Holocaust and all victims of Nazism.
Sun–Thu: 10h00 – 17h00; Fri: 10h00 – 13h00; Closed Sat & Jewish Holidays
88 Hatfield Street, Cape Town

Tel: +27 021 462 5553

www.ctholocaust.co.za
admin@ctholocaust.co.za

The Planetarium

The Planetarium is a fun excursion, especially for kids. The night sky is recreated by projections on the domed ceiling of the structure housed within the South African Museum.
Regular Shows: visit the website for times;
Children’s’ Shows: visit the website for times;
Closed: Workers Day, Christmas Day and the first Monday of the month (excl school holidays)
25 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town
Tel: +27 021 481 3900

www.iziko.org.za/museums/planetarium
info@iziko.org.za

The Power of Rock Art

This exhibition presents a visual experience of the richly detailed knowledge and beliefs about the spirit world, rain-making and healing that inspired the paintings and engravings.
Located in the SA Museum
Tel: +27 021 481 3800

www.iziko.org.za
info@iziko.org.za

The South African Houses of Parliament

A free tour of the parliamentary buildings is available by arrangement on weekday mornings. Bookings are essential, and remember to bring your passport/identity document.
90 Plein Street, Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 403 2266
www.parliament.gov.za
kgovender@parliament.gov.za

The South African Jewish Museum

Set in the heart of the Company's Garden in Museum Mile, it is a major attraction for local and international tourism.
Sunday–Thursday: 10h00 – 17h00
Friday: 10h00 – 14h00
Closed Saturdays and Jewish Holidays
88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Tel: + 27 21 465 1546

www.sajewishmuseum.co.za
info@sajewishmuseum.co.za

The South African Library

The South African Library which, dating back to 1818, is the oldest library in the country and its shelves include a copy of Shakespeare's first folio.
Monday–Friday: 08h30 – 16h30
Wednesday: 09h30 – 16h00
5 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town

Tel: +27 21 424 6320

www.nlsa.ac.za
info@nlsa.ac.za

The South African National Gallery

South Africa's premier art museum which houses more than 60 000 pieces of art.
Tuesday–Sunday: 10h00 – 17h00

Closed Mondays, Workers Day & Christmas Day
Government Avenue, Company's Garden, Cape Town
Tel: +27 021 467 4660


info@iziko.org.za

Whale Well, Dolphins & Sharks

Shark World is one of the world's best and most comprehensive exhibits on Chondrichthyians - the order of sharks, skates, rays and chimeras while the Whale and Dolphin Exhibit includes 16 casts of whales and dolphins.
Located in the SA Museum
Tel: +27 021 481 3800
www.iziko.org.za
info@iziko.org.za

Amici Restaurant

Cuisine: Italian, Continental Ambiance: Relaxed Amici Restaurant offers fine dining with a street café flair and is also open for lunch and dinner in addition to the chef’s specials. Breakfast is served Buffet style.
88 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town Hollow Hotel, Gardens, Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 423 1260
www.amicirestaurants.com
info@amicirestaurants.com

Five Flies Restaurant & Bars

Cuisine: Global/International, South African, Fine Dining, Fusion Ambience: Trendy, Upmarket Five Flies is a sassy upmarket dining venue situated in the hub of Cape Town's legal and financial district. The revolutionary menu combines local and international elements with true cosmopolitan flair.
Lunch: Mon-Fri 12h00 – 15h00

Dinner: Mon–Sun: 18h00 – 23h00
14-16 Keerom Street, Cape Town

Tel: +27 21 424 4442

www.fiveflies.co.za

Jardine’s

Cuisine: Contemporary, Continental, South African Ambience: Contemporary Cool, Hip & Happening Jardine’s is listed as one of the top 100 restaurants in the world and as one of the top 10 South African Restaurants. It is recommended to book in advance.
Dinner: Mon–Sat 19h00 – 22h00

185 Bree Street (corner of Bloem Street), Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 424 5640

www.jardineonbree.co.za
reservations@jardineonbree.co.za

Kloof Street

Take a walk up Cape Town's popular, lively and vibrant Kloof Street where you will find an array of fabulous classy, trendy, arty, beautiful and fun shops.

Long Street

Even though its one of the oldest streets in Cape Town, Long Street is still a lively, vibrant street, with galleries, antique shops, books and curios stores, music, photographic and travel shops.

The Pan African Market

The biggest permanent market for African curios in Cape Town. This market showcases arts, crafts, jewellery and artefacts from almost every country in Africa at really good prices.
76 Long Street, Cape Town
Tel: +27 21 426 4478