Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cape Town Central
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Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cape Town Central
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- BeentoallthecountriesBogota, Colombia11,031 contributionsi had been here 9 times
the victoria and alfred waterfront is lovely
a postcard
the food the music
the aquarium is a must
south áfrica only has a problem
very european mind setup there are most friendly destinations like bali, thailand , colombia , mexico , usa
so they have to work on thatWritten March 15, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dean FSouth Africa2 contributionsGreat place to see aquatic animals!
I love the penguin feeding and my favourite animal (shark) were so many!
Totally recommended to kids and even adult who have hobby of adoring aquatic animals.Written January 20, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lynnette M4 contributionsA very interesting museum, David was our well informed guide and we learnt much about the fascinating history of the diamond mining industry.Written March 22, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BobN06Avondale, PA777 contributionsA small museum that requires a lot of reading to get the full story but is worth it for the sense of culture and the historical photographs. The museum contains a number of photographs and testimonials that describe the people and culture of the area. The area was neglected by the government for a number of years and had degraded to a bit of a crowded slum. The government essentially leveled the area over a number of years – dismantling the neighborhood and sending the population to different townships. To this day the area is mostly open space and considered “salted earth”.Written May 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marco PRio de Janeiro, RJ3 contributionsWe started in Johannesburg, and then we drove from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, stopping in the main attractions/parks and staying in different cost cities. We also visited the cities around Stellenbosch (wine region). The trip took approximately two weeks.
South Africa is a vey nice country, mainly for its beautiful nature and friendly people. Prices are also fair. The only minor concern is regarding the security in its big cities, but it’s not different from what I see in my own city (Rio de Janeiro). Just need to be alert in some areas.Written January 17, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gerard BNewbridge, Ireland932 contributionsWe spent a morning here. The centre was spotlessly clean, well lit. The centre is really big with an abundance of shops.
Personally I really liked the olde time decor throughout the interior looked really good.
Really enjoyable experience.Written April 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Venture593520West Kirby, UK22 contributionsMy 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 January 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Judy DavisStourbridge, UK13 contributionsWe had a lovely time at the Heart of Cape Town museum.
Our tour guide Cindy was very engaging and brought it to life for us.
I am really pleased that such a monumental achievement has been honoured by this museum.Written December 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LyleBrooksMoncton, Canada60 contributionsVery high-end mall! Men check out the Presidential retail store. Shirts are amazing and great colour! Ate at a restaurant in the mall I believe called Cooks or close by! Great food! Their cake Pineapple Coconut cake excellent.Written March 13, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BobN06Avondale, PA777 contributionsMainly a natural history museum with a planetarium. Good place to spend an afternoon (we were there on a windy rainy day) and contains some updated and modern exhibits about human evolution and the local wildlife. The more ancient part of the museum is a collection of stuffed specimens that are only remarkable for the size of the exhibits vs modern day examples and a sense of old history.Written May 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- foreverclay@me.comNew York City, NY76 contributionsWe went to learn the history of Cape Town and the Jewish experience. We wanted to learn about the diamond and gold mines. We got a very nice understanding of the Jews in South Africa and Johannesburg. They are aliened.Written November 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jeff KPittsburgh, PA2,480 contributionsThis place has a wealth of information pertaining to the slave trade in South Africa. It’s generally well done but the information flow could be improved. Things aren’t always in chronological order. The plaques on the well towards the end are particularly annoying. The top and bottom sections read right to left while the middle section reads left to right, it’s impossible to follow in order. They should re-do that sections completely.
Overall I thought it was very good but could be much better with a little reorganization.Written February 6, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - uk familyHeybridge, UK176 contributionsA beautiful cathedral. We visited for the Christmas day service. The liturgy and music were fantastic. The archbishop gave a great sermon. Would recommend.Written December 25, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Erik LJohannesburg, South Africa139 contributionsThe center is big and provides different sizes of room. The main issue is probably the limited number of café and restaurants.
The centre is on two floors and (very) long. Keep this in mind when moving from one room to the other.Written September 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Tony EvaDarling, South Africa13 contributionsIt was such a pleasure to be back at the Labia theater for movies. Well worth the drive from Darling. Grand dame of theatres. Well priced and well worth the experience. Will be back soon.Written October 25, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
