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The best museums in South Africa in January 2026

These are the top 5 best museums in South Africa, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2026. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in South Africa? These are the best ones:

  1. Castle of Good Hope1

    Castle of Good Hope

     Cape Town
    The Castle of Good Hope, also known as Fort de Bonne-Espérance, is a star fort located in Cape Town, South Africa. It was built on the original coast of Table Bay, which is now in the city center due to land reclaimed from the sea. This historical site was constructed by the Dutch East India Company between 1666 and 1679, making it the oldest European-built structure in South Africa.
     4.3
  3. World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park2

    World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park

     Cape Town
    World of Birds is a bird park nestled in Hout Bay, a district of Cape Town in the South African province of Western Cape. This location offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a diverse range of bird species in a serene and natural environment.
     4.4
  4. 3

    Robben Island Museum

     Cape Town
     4.5
  5. South African Jewish Museum4

    South African Jewish Museum

     Cape Town
     4.6
  6. 5

    The Long March to Freedom

     Cape Town
     4.8

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