Great news for culture and history lovers! In celebration of Youth Day 2025, the Iziko Museums of South Africa has announced free admission to several of its top museums in Cape Town on 16 June 2025. Whether you're passionate about art, history, or natural science, this is the perfect opportunity to explore some of South Africa’s most iconic heritage sites—at no cost.
Museums offering free entry on Youth Day:
- Iziko South African Museum
25 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town - Established in 1825, the oldest museum in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Showcases fossils, marine life, early human artifacts, and ancient rock art
- Renowned for its paleontology and natural history collections
- Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum
71 Wale Street, Bo-Kaap - Celebrates the vibrant history and culture of the Cape Malay and Muslim communities
- Located in the heart of the historic Bo-Kaap neighborhood
- A must-visit for heritage and cultural enthusiasts
- Iziko Slave Lodge
Corner Adderley and Wale Streets, Cape Town - One of the oldest buildings in South Africa
- Offers powerful exhibitions on the history of slavery, colonialism, and human rights
- Promotes awareness and social justice through education
- Iziko South African National Gallery
Government Avenue, Company's Garden - South Africa’s premier national art museum
- Features both classical and contemporary artworks from South Africa, Africa, and Europe
- Includes paintings, photography, sculpture, and more
The Iziko Museums of South Africa manages 11 national museums across Cape Town, alongside specialized libraries, the acclaimed Social History Archive, and the cutting-edge Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome—Africa's most advanced digital planetarium.
These museums cover a wide spectrum of interests, including natural history, social history, fine art, and science education, making Iziko a cornerstone of heritage and learning in South Africa.
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