• Entrance to the Castle Of Good Hope

    The main entrance to the Castle Of Good Hope with the bell tower .

  • Cape Town CBD from the Castle of Good Hope

    The Cape Town CBD from the Castle of Good Hope.

  • The Castle Of Good Hope with majestic Table Mountain in the background.

    The Castle Of Good Hope with majestic Table Mountain in the background.

  • The front courtyard of the Castle Of Good Hope.

    The front courtyard of the Castle Of Good Hope.

  • Governor's Quarters, Council Chambers, Lady Anne Barnard Banquet Hall & the Captain's Tower.

    The Governor's Quarters, Council Chambers, Lady Anne Barnard Banquet Hall & the Captain's Tower from the front courtyard.

  • The Bell Tower of the Castle of Good Hope with the City in the background.

    The Bell Tower of the Castle of Good Hope with the City in the background.

  • Front courtyard from the Kat Balcony

    View of the front courtyard from the Kat Balcony.

  • Kings of the Castle

    The Kings of the Castle statues in front of the Kat Balcony.

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IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CASTLE

13 TO 29 JANUARY 2022

TO COMPLETE AN INTERNATIONAL, ON-SITE FILM PRODUCTION

In our last message dated November 2021, we announced the temporary closure of the Castle for day-to-day tourism and other operations. However, due to technical challenges and the festive season break, filming was interrupted hence the earlier than expected re-opening just before the holiday season. These changes ensured an excellent festive season for our visitors, to whom we are incredibly grateful.

However, after tedious re-planning and rescheduling, the wrap-up of this significant filming event is now scheduled to take place from 13 to 29 January 2022.

“We decided to rather close for the next two weeks instead of compromising the safety and security of staff and visitors. The strict COVID-19 protocols to which the movie industry must adhere is another motivating factor.”

On behalf of management and the Board, we want to extend a sincere word of apologies for any inconvenience this necessary measure may cause. We hope to welcome you back on 30 January 2022 and appreciate your patience and support.

Warm regards

Chief Executive - Castle Control Board

Festive Season 2021/22
Message From The CEO


I cannot believe that yet another surreal year is behind us. Yes, when penning this message, the new OMNICRON variant of the Coronavirus was still rearing its ugly head and threatened to plunge us into a stricter lockdown. The latter is on top of the unfair travel restrictions from our major international source markets.

Sadly, this is what the world and its economy have become, and it is up to all of us to overcome.

So, wouldn’t you agree that we need a break from it all? We need time to refuel, rethink and re-strategise about where we are going. For some of us, it is a break-away into the wilderness. Others prefer the beach. Yet others choose to engage with humanity: a monument, a museum, an exhibition, a book, a statue, or an art installation, all on offer right under our noses.

Whatever your choice, the Castle of Good Hope is here to meet your heritage, culture and history needs in a fun way. With museums and exhibitions such as the Mandela-Luthuli, Posterity, Camissa, William Fehr, Rhino, Cape Muslim & Slave Heritage, Crying for Justice, Torture Chamber, Secunde House, Krotoa, Warrior Kings, the Lady of Good Hope, Dolphin Pool, Lady Anne Barnard Banquet Hall, the oldest bell-tower, De Kat balcony, sun-dials and many more, who can go wrong at South Africa’s oldest, surviving colonial building?

And to crown it all – our professional guides provide free guided tours every day, every hour on top of the hour from 10h00!

When you do pay us the privilege to host you, please remember not to let your guard down: wear flat shoes, sun-block, sanitiser, masks and most of all – your wits – to enjoy us responsibly.

At only R50 per adult and R25 for SA senior citizens and under-18s, the attractions mentioned above (plus free parking from the Darling Street entrance) this is an opportunity not to be missed. Please note that besides reputable online booking engines, tickets are only sold at the main entrance opposite the Grand Parade (where the two lions are guarding over the gate).

Our adjusted operating times are 09h00 to 16h00.

Happy holidays and thanks for a year of unwavering support!

Chief Executive - Castle Control Board

South African Museums Association

Recommended Norms & Standards
For The Operating of Museums
During COVID-19

08 July 2020

- Click here to view the document -

 

First ever cyberbullying workshop co-hosted with
Trafalgar High at the Castle of Good Hope
[1 June 2021]

 

Deputy Minister of Defence & Military Veterans
Mr Thabang Makwetla's Visit to the Castle
[3 June 2021]
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The Castle Accessible To All

The Castle Accessible To All!

5th June 2018.

 

 

In a quest to ensure that the once exclusive Castle of Good Hope is now accessible to all South Africans, especially the youth, the Castle is offering FREE entry to youngsters under the age of 18 years, when accompanied by two paying adults.

The Castle would love to spread the message of Shared Heritage and encourage the youth to come and discover their roots.

“It is important for the youth to know where they come from, in order for them to have a clear view of where they are going. They have to learn from the past to enable them to avoid the mistakes made by their predecessors and hopefully positively influence their decision making in the future”, says CEO Calvyn Gilfellan.

 

SA Tourism Services Association
Frequently Asked Questions For Tourists Travelling To SA [PDF 2MB]
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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.

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Contact Number:
021 487 6552

Four steps for visitor safety.

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Tourism Industry Standard Protocols
For COVID-19 Operations

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Updated Lockdown
Level 2 Regulations
25 August 2020

 

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Answering your questions on filming procedures during COVID-19 lock down.

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Latest Events

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The
Castle Of Good Hope

Telephone

+27 21 787 1249
+27 21 461 4673

Email

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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 

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 

Unearth the hidden history of the Castle with a guided tour led by an experienced guide. Tours operate seven days a week.

 

Please note that the Key Ceremony, Cannon Firing & Guided Tour activities have been suspended due to COVID-19 protocols at this time.

 

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