South African museum of natural history

The South African Museum of Natural History in the Company’s Garden was established in 1825. There are more than one and a half million specimens. Displays range from fossils to insects and ancient implements made by people who inhabited the Western Cape 120 thousand years ago. There are also examples of traditional clothes from the last few centuries.

While there are thousands of displays, there are many thousands of items stored away.

There is a nominal entrance charge and a discount for pensioners. Entrance is included in your City Pass ticket

25 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens