The Bartolomeu Dias Museum Complex, is known for the life-size replica of Dias's Caravel (ship) and the famous old Post Office Tree, which is more than 500 years old. The complex consists of four buildings which includes 7 National monuments
The theme of the Bredasdorp Museum is “Shipwrecks along the dangerous Southern Cape coast and their influence on the development of the Strandveld”. The museum consists of three sections namely the Old Parsonage, the Independent Church and the Old Coach House.
Local arts & crafts including baskets, naive paintings, cards, collectibles, rustic garden furniture, pottery and woodwork. Baked goods, preserves and indigenous teas, fynbos and herbs are available. Tourist information.
Set in the heart of the old city, the Church Street walking mall is flanked by the colourful Georgian and Dutch facades built by the 18th and 19th century settlers. Behind these facades are some of the oldest and most prestigious galleries, antique shops and auction houses in Cape Town. The Cape Gallery, 60 Church St contains within the premise is an 18th century Dutch cottage. Central to the tradition of South African painting is the abiding love of the land. Early Cape painters were' reporters' who described the topography, flora and fauna of this fascinating land, a conservative approach that is still favoured by the gallery's clients. Recently the emergence of the vibrant street art has added an essentially African character to the work on display.
Martin Melck House, 96 Strand St Cape Town, Western Cape
021 405 1540
This unique museum entices visitors to experience through state-of-the-art visuals and artistic displays, the ancient commercial, sometimes mystical relationship that exists between gold and the African continent.
Iziko, comprising 15 museums and sites, each with its own history and character, reflects the cultural diversity of the oldest city in South Africa. Many of the museums are housed in buildings of historical interest and importance. The exhibitions communicate across boundaries of age, class and culture and represent a rich resource for learning, exploration and discovery.
