The Castle Accessible To All!
5th June 2018.
The
Castle Of Good Hope
Telephone
+27 21 461 4673/6
+27 21 787 1200
Email
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A CASTLE OF INCLUSIVITY, HEALING, LEARNING, MEMORALISATION AND SO MUCH MORE…
Welcome,
Visitors often ask us whether the Castle is a "museum". Technically, they are correct, with only one modification: Museum (s) in the plural! Yes, the 358-year-old Castle of Good Hope, a National Heritage site, a critical infrastructure, a former Army base, a former seat of government, a slave port, and many more, is a collection of nine ‘permanent’ boutique museums (and counting) each contributing to a narrative that is unapologetically decolonial, inclusive, brave, challenging, and educational. In no order, here we go.
CAPE TOWN’S NEW MARKET KUIER@THECASTLE A BIG SUCCESS IN CBD
Following the resounding success of the first market in February, Cape Town‘s CBD will be buzzing with creativity again on 30 March with the next instalment of Kuier@TheCastle. Hosted by the Craft + Design Institute (CDI) in collaboration with the Castle of Good Hope, this monthly market has already made a significant impact, featuring over 70 local creatives, drawing 1300 visitors to the market, and generating over R200 000 in income for the vendors at the inaugural event.
** IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE **
16th September 2024
Kindly be informed that the Castle Of Good Hope will be closed today for an event.
* IMPORTANT NOTICE *
Change in opening times
Please also take note of the change in Opening Times, which are now 09:00 to 16:00.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
The Castle Accessible To All
SA Tourism Services Association
Frequently Asked Questions For Tourists Travelling To SA [PDF 2MB]
The high season is in full swing and that means that visitors from all over will be in Cape Town for a much-needed holiday break. Each visitor must have the best possible experience – particularly with regards to safety.
Please be alert and aware of the following:
- Only use secured ATMs, such as those in shopping centres or at the CTICC complex.
- Do not allow anyone to take you to an ATM – fraudsters may attempt to take you to an ATM – say "no" when asked.
- Do not accept help from anyone at an ATM. This includes uniformed personnel as Fraudsters may dress in uniform and approach you.
- You do not need a COVID-19 permit or a permit to walk the streets of Cape Town.
- Crime hotspot areas that should be avoided or proceeded with caution.
Very Important
Please download the Namola Safety App for free on your smartphones. The app can pinpoint their location with GPS and allows you to contact emergency services with a simple touch of a button. Get the app HERE.
Cape Town Cares
Should you be the unfortunate victim of crime in our city, please contact our Cape Town Cares team at: 021 487 6552. They will be able to assist visitors with replacement of lost documents, support counselling, helping visitors lay a charge at SAPS, changing itineraries and more.
An infographic with tips and emergency contact numbers.
DOWNLOAD the infographic here.
24/7 Band-Aid
Contact Number:
021 487 6552
Four steps for visitor safety.
DOWNLOAD the infographic here.
Be ATM-wise!
DOWNLOAD the infographic here.
Answering your questions on filming procedures during COVID-19 lock down.
Latest Events
To see the latest upcoming events at the Castle of Good Hope, click on a day or the month title to display the event(s).
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Opening Times
Daily 09:00 until 16:00
Last ticket sale is at 15:45
We are open 363 days in a year and are closed for 2 days (Christmas & New Year)
Address
Corner of
Castle and Darling Streets
CAPE TOWN
8001
South Africa
Key Ceremony
TIMES
10:00|12:00
This showcases the unlocking of the Van der Stel entrance of the Castle of Good Hope by the ceremonial guards of the castle. It is a past practice that is still practised today.
Canon Firing
TIMES
10:00|11:00|12:00
10:00|11:00|12:00
The firing of the signal cannon was used to indicate that a ship had been sighted at sea and to relay the message to people inside the fort. You can view the firing of an old cannon, performed by the Cannon Association of South Africa.
Guided Tours
TIMES
11:00|12:00|14:00|15:00|16:00
11:00|12:00|14:00|15:00|16:00
Unearth the hidden history of the Castle with a guided tour led by an experienced guide. Tours operate seven days a week.
