Auwal Mosque
Mosque in Cape Town, South Africa.
One of the earliest mosques in the country, tucked into the Bo-Kaap. It is a working place of worship, so dress modestly and arrive quietly.
Morning · 45 minDay 1
Faith and collections in the old city
Palm Tree Mosque
Mosque in South Africa.
A short walk from Auwal Mosque. Together the two show how the Bo-Kaap's faith took root in the city.
Morning · 45 min
Iziko South African Museum
Museum in Cape Town, South Africa.
Natural history collections keep the afternoon cool and calm, set among the trees of the Company's Garden.
Afternoon · 2 hr
South African National Gallery
Art museum spread over several locations.
Part of the Iziko group and spread over several locations, so decide which collection you want before the visit.
Evening · 2 hrDress modestly for the two Bo-Kaap mosques, which stand a short walk apart. The museum and gallery sit close to each other in the Company's Garden, so the afternoon fits neatly.
Day 2
The waterfront, a theatre and a long view
Two Oceans Aquarium
Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa.
Sits beside the water at the V&A Waterfront. The shark and penguin tanks reward a slow pass.
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Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
Museum of contemporary art in South Africa.
Housed in a converted grain silo at the V&A Waterfront. Leave time for the building itself as well as the art.
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Artscape Theatre Centre
Performing arts centre in Cape Town, South Africa.
A brief stop to see the city's main performing arts venue and what is being staged while you are there.
Afternoon · 1 hr
Rhodes Memorial
Memorial to English-born, South African politician Cecil John Rhodes.
Go as the day softens. The terrace looks out over the city and Table Bay, and the height is breezy, so bring a light layer.
Evening · 45 minTwo Oceans Aquarium and Zeitz MOCAA share the V&A Waterfront, so the first hours belong to one walk. Keep a light layer for the breeze on the approach to Rhodes Memorial.
Good to know
Which mosques are in the Bo-Kaap?
Auwal Mosque and Palm Tree Mosque both stand in the Bo-Kaap, a short walk apart. This trip visits them on one morning, with modest dress expected at both.
What is at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town?
Two Oceans Aquarium and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa are both here, so a single morning covers them comfortably, one after the other.
Are Iziko South African Museum and the National Gallery close?
Yes. Both are in the Company's Garden and both belong to the Iziko group; the gallery is spread over several locations, so check which is showing first.
When should I visit Rhodes Memorial?
This trip leaves it to the end of the second day, when the light over the city and the sea is low and long and the approach is quieter.
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