{"id":40864,"date":"2019-03-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/art50art.gurudesk.dev\/cape-town-top-10-3\/"},"modified":"2025-06-11T23:02:34","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T20:02:34","slug":"cape-town-top-10-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/art50.net\/en\/cape-town-top-10-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Cape Town Top 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

A magnificent nature, interesting history, wide selection of food and drinks, exciting natural life and rich art scene. Only a few art destinations can provide all of these beautiful things together in one place. Cape Town was announced as The World\u2019s Best City by English Daily Telegraphy in 2018. In addition to all these wonderful things, it reflects the recent developments in South Africa\u2019s Contemporary Art sector, and hence become one of the artlovers\u2019 must-see art destinations (Cover Photo: ciee.org).<\/p>\n

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1- Zeitz MOCAA<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Founded by German collector Jochen Zeitz, this museum is the world\u2019s most important museum of African Art. It opened its doors to the public in 2017 in an iconic Grain Silos building. With its 9.500 square-metre space, sensational exhibitions and wide collection, Zeitz MOCAA has not only become the rising star of Africa and its diapora but also of the global art scene. Click<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n

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2- Norval Foundation<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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With the opening of Norval Foundation in April 2018, Cape Town has gained a new art center reflecting international standards. Located right across the Steenberg Vineyards and the golf club, the Norval Foundation offers a lot; a private collection, temporary exhibitions, a magnificent building and an art experience which brings together the nature and art. We advise you to tour Norval\u2019s sculpture garden, taste wonderful dishes of its Scotnes Restaurant whose name comes from Cecil Snotnes or enjoy the harmony of art and nature over a glass of Steenberg wine or a citrus cin and tonic. Click<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n

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3- IZIKO National Art Museum<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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IZIKO National Art Museum<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This museum, a must-see for all art-lovers, offers quiet an impressive experience with its temporary and permanent exhibitions that feature works of South African art history. When you visit the IZIKO, you can take an advantage of the Gardens Region and see other small art institutions such as small Iziko museums, the Parliament Building, A4 Art Foundation and District 6 Museum.<\/p>\n

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4- DYLAN LEWIS Sculpture Garden<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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DYLAN LEWIS Sculpture Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dylan Lewis moved to his farm in the beginning of the 90s and beginning to use it as his studio, the renowned artist transformed the property into a sculpture garden. Located in Stellenbosch, the Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden offers an unforgettable experience intermingled with eternal nature, hidden paths, flowers, quiet observation areas, small ponds, specially made mounds and sculpture exhibit units. Lewis\u2019 wild-life-inspired artworks not only feature in South Africa\u2019s important vineyards, art hotels, collector houses, botanical gardens but also in the world\u2019s most important private collections. The sculpture Garden can be visited by appointment. Click<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n

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5- IRMA STERN Museum<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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IRMA STERN Museum. Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The house of Irma Stern one of the most prominent artists of South Africa has been transformed into a museum, providing extensive information on the continent of Africa as well as the artist while offering a unique visiting experience each time with its temporary exhibitions.<\/p>\n

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6- Street Art Destinations<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Harrington Street – Bart Smates Smeeks. Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cape Town offers a rich selection of murals and street art for street art lovers. The Woodstock and Observatory Districts feature the best examples of street art. Harrington Street, which is full of healthy dining restaurants, trendy shops and cafes also features a famous dog mural created by Bart Smates Smeets, one of the symbols of the street.<\/p>\n

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7- STELLENBOSCH Vineyards<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Lionel Smith, Delaire Graff Wine Estate. Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The vineyards of Cape Town seem to compete with each other in featuring artworks. The most famous among them, Delaire Graff Estate offers a wide and expensive collection of artworks which includes Tretchikoff\u2019s Green Lady. Other destinations which brings the wine experience together with the arts are Leeu estates, La Grand Provence, La Motte and Tokara.<\/p>\n

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8- Art Hotels<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Francis Goodman, Silo Hotel. Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sharing the same building with MOCAA at the Waterfront, Silo Hotel is one of the most luxurious and most art-loving hotels. Once you step in the building, you are greeted by wonderful artworks by rising Contemporary African Artists such as Jody Paulsen, Francis Goodman, Mahau Modisent and Cyrus Kabiru. Having drinks at Silo\u2019s rooftop is the visitors\u2019 most favorite thing to do after their MOCAA visit.<\/p>\n

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Angus Taylor, Ellerman House. Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another important and prestigious Cape Town hotel is the Ellerman House. Non-guests need to get permission before seeing this hotel\u2019s precious art collection and visiting its art galleries. We must note that it is worth to get an appointment and see these special artworks placed both inside and in the hotel\u2019s magnificent garden.<\/p>\n

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9- Art Galleries\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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WHATIFTHEWORLD Gallery – Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Cape Town has many art galleries, some well-established, some new, but all featuring in various international art fairs. Smac, Stevenson, Goodman and Blank Project are a few examples which are located in the Woodstock District. Everard Read and Circa Galleries are well-established names, which have Waterfront view, impressive buildings and high quality exhibitions that make these galleries worth visiting. Momo, WHATIFTHEWORLD and Christopher Gallery are some examples from Downtown. Don\u2019t forget to check their exhibition programs before planning your visit.<\/p>\n

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10- Bo-Kaap<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Photo: G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With its colourful houses, tiny streets and mosques, Bo-Kaap is a city symbol and a favorite destination for photo lovers. Known as Cape-Maley, the area composes of mostly Muslim residents. In addition to the original landlords, young generation also live in these Cape Dutch and Edwardian style buildings. Some buildings are restored and hence turned into modern spaces which frequently feature in decoration magazines.<\/p>\n

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Events<\/strong><\/h4>\n

First Thursday Event<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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The city turns into an open air art festival on the first Thursday of each month. Dozens of galleries, cafes and shops are open until the late hours of the night and the streets are bustling. Unless you make bookings weeks prior to the event, you won\u2019t be able to find a space in any restaurant. For the best experience, we advice you to stay on foot, move from one place to another and explore different streets and atmosphere.<\/p>\n

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Cape Town Art Fair<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Photo: investeccapetownartfair.co.za<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Organized every year in February, under the sponsorship of Investec Bank, Cape Town Art Fair reflects the city\u2019s growing art scene and the rise of Contemporary African Art in the art world. It also enhances the collectors\u2019 interests in African Art and increases the number and quality of related art events. Click<\/a> for information.<\/p>\n

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Those willing to visit Cape Town, want to get more information about the locations which require permission\/appointment can send an email to info@art50.net.<\/p>\n

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G\u00fcliz \u00d6zbek Collini<\/p>\n\n\n

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