Museums in South Africa

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Museums in South Africa

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  • Marie N
    Perth, Australia167 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The museum is a great place to get an understanding of the history of apartheid and the impact it has had on South African society. It is a complex history and the museum does a great job at helping people understand and appreciate it.
    I spent 4 hours there, could have spent more.
    You need at least 2 hours to get a brief overview but definitely need more time to really appreciate it. Children may find it a bit overwhelming. The Truth Cafe is also good place for a coffee.
    You get a discount if you arrive on the Hop on Hop off bus.
    Written 30 October 2024
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  • ardahan C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had the tour with Juan Kalis. It was very informative. He was open for our questions and told us everything we wanted. It was a great tour!
    Written 31 October 2024
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  • Monica E
    Columbus, OH11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I would recommend this to anyone visiting Cape Town. It gives you a great understanding of what happened to this community and tipped racial tensions. The guides (“storytellers”) are unique in that they lived there when this was happening so it even more special.
    Written 23 September 2024
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  • Alice Astrid
    Oslo, Norway35 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing short tour.with an excellent guide.we learnt alot of the constitution hill human rights precinct.one of the top things to do.
    Written 10 October 2024
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  • Luc Victor
    .810 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A well curated and maintained museum of motor vehicles, this place is a must see. Although it may seem to be a place only for motorheads, this place has lots to offer. It showcases vintage and classic automobiles, as well as unique contemporary cars that pique ones curiosity and imagination. The museum consists of a series of lovely large buildings housing the vehicles and a main building that has a coffee and souvenir shop one can lounge in. This is one place that is definitely worth the visit.
    Written 24 October 2024
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  • Wanderer09459941495
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a lovely time at the Kimberley Big Hole, our guide, Elisa was very knowledgeable and engaging. The exhibits are well maintained and an interesting insight into the history, as well as the lifestyle of the miners and other stakeholders back in the day.
    Written 1 October 2024
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  • rsky1124
    Singapore, Singapore117 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a gem of a museum. Such a huge collection of Vintage cars , train engines and other fascinating vehicles. There is no fee to visit. All the vehicles are maintained to top notch condition. Truly displays the South African transport heritage . A must visit place and leave some great remarks to encourage them to keep the museum running. Sadly they did not have a souvenir shop. Perhaps something they can do for revenue generation and let visitors to take home a memorabilia.
    Written 8 June 2024
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  • Venture593520
    West Kirby, UK21 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband is an artist and sculptor and will always enjoy a gallery visit and I am happy to accompany him. What made this visit so good was the tour and talk by the in house art historian Rory.
    With an encyclopaedic knowledge of the building and the art he kept the group captivated for an hour. If you visit the gallery do attend the tour.
    The building is the star attraction and as an old granary seeing the roof where the old silos where is fascinating. The cafe is great food and good value.
    Written 25 January 2024
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  • mamadr1
    Milton, GA113 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our travel agent arranged this visit on the way from Cape Town to Franschhoek. We had a hard time leaving. The natural setting, framed by beautiful mountains, immediately drew us in to this powerful celebration of wildness and transformation. These sculptures and poetry create a journey that will continue long after you leave.
    Written 8 September 2024
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  • Luc Victor
    .810 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the oldest botanical gardens in the continent, the Stellenbosch Botanical gardens showcases the country’s various flora and acts as a conservation center for rare and endangered plants that would otherwise be forgotten. The expertise and care by the staff and university is an integral charm to the success of the gardens. Interestingly, there is a bonsai garden with the oldest bonsai documented in the African continent.
    Written 24 October 2024
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  • rdubbs08
    Edmond, OK7 846 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Historic and well done exhibit showcasing where the first heart transplant occurred. This was a monumental moment in modern healthcare and the tour is well done!
    Written 15 April 2024
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  • claire
    Southbroom, South Africa8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Super clean, well maintained exhibits and such a huge variety of different planes and war vehicles. Kids loved the artillery, I found the library and museum particularly fascinating. New, clean bathrooms. Safe area and parking. A must for international and local visitors
    Written 22 June 2024
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  • Lerato
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First time coming to a museum and Kopano made it worth it, she guided us through every piece and explained all the details of it , she took pictures of us and her service was outstanding. She deserves a bonus . Thank you so much Kopano , I wish my team could learn a thing or 2 from you đź’Żđź’Żđź’Żđź’Żđź’Ż
    Written 23 October 2024
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  • Thembakazi M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Such a beautiful and peaceful place. We went to the fynbos cabins. The tranquility is out of this world. Really loved it.
    Written 2 November 2024
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  • Borneo50
    Melbourne, Australia152 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lesser known than the Apartheid Museum but what a must visit memorial. It's still hard to get our head around these events happening in our lifetime. This museum is an eye opener to the 1976 uprising & makes you shake your head that children were victims of such events. Definitely worth the visit.
    Bring your tissues!
    Written 7 July 2024
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