Best places: Museums in Elfindale, South Africa

👍👍 Absolutely breathtaking! Every step you take in these magnificent gardens offers a different view or perspective of the piece of sculpture you're looking at. Wear comfortable shoes, there is a lot of walking, but all the paths are well maintained and easy. Just don't forget to book or you will be...

This modern museum features exhibits exploring the science & history behind diamonds.

Replica surgery rooms depicting the world's first heart transplant, performed here in 1967.

Wide variety of native & imported plants, including bonsai, plus 4 glasshouses & themed gardens.

Natural history & science museum, founded in 1825, with fossils, animals, human tools & clothing.

Exhibits highlighting the lifestyle & cultural contributions of 19th-century Muslims.

👍👍 I'm already 25 years old and this week was the first time I've found out that Cape Town has a Holocaust Museum... I played tourist and paid the museum a visit. The security gentleman was so nice and welcoming. Top point to you sir! The receptionists were very nice and gave me little pieces of inf...

Works & artifacts from 20th-century artist Irma Stern displayed in her former home & studio.

Polished venue presenting artifacts & displays documenting Judaism & Jewish life in South Africa.

Historic building with exhibits on South African slavery, ceramics, silverware & ancient Egypt.

👍👍 I quickly went by during lunch break and I am so happy to see how our history is preserved. (They have a freakin me262 engine there!!) The officers in charge was exceptionally friendly (i was the only person there and without any hesitation the one officer opened the hanger just for me). If you are...

👍👍 If you are coming to Cape Town for a holiday, this is definitely a place that you will have to stop at. Purely for the history and beauty of it this wine farm. The Guided tours are interesting as they explain the process of the wines they produce. The tours allow for wine tasting as well as the wine...

Museum displaying art & anthropology exhibits in a 1907 Flemish Renaissance Revival building.

Museum complex with 4 restored 18th century village houses with original furnishings.

👍👍 An excellent hidden gem in Cape Town for anyone with young kids. The museum is friendly and engaging from the moment you enter through the gate. The staff are welcoming, passionate and knowledge. The museum itself has something for all kids, our 2 year-old enjoyed the jungle gym, swings, large selec...

👍👍 Such a cool place. Decided to visit when we passed by. The owner has been collecting cars for over years and gloriously restores them. No clue how he got the plane there

👍👍 Very nice. Beautiful bikes from my childhood and before that time. I had a hamburger that was great. Restaurant and museum are linked. But you can visit one or the other.

👍 Parking is free on the main road.Outdoor shaded setting with ocean view and sea breeze.Each table seats 4.wifi available during your visit.Food is halal and also reasonably priced.Paid R100 - lunch for two,which consisted of Malay rotis,"slaai",tasty chicken curry,garnished with fresh danya. Roshana...

Immersive exhibits showcasing the causes & consequences of gang life, plus visits with ex-prisoners.

👍👍 If you're looking to understand nuclear power in a bit more detail, this is a great place to start. Awesome walks and wild life to see as well.