Iziko Museums increases its entry fees

For the very first time in a decade, the Iziko Museums will increase its entry fees. This is effective from April 01, 2023. The increased prices comes after it undertook a benchmarking assessment of local, regional, and national cultural/heritage attractions.

Standard entry fees are payable at all Iziko museums, but visitors who present an SA ID or passport will receive a country benefit! The group says the new entrance fees take “communities and visitors into consideration”. It adds that its museums remain a “unique” value-for-money experience in the Mother City.

The cultural institution says it is committed to reactivating Iziko into all of its museums. Iziko is an isiXhosa word meaning ‘hearth’. This is traditionally the social centre where stories were exchanged and knowledge was passed from one generation to the next.

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Iziko says it will also launch a weekly behind-the-scenes guided tour at the Iziko South African Museum. The tours will take place each Friday from 11:00 to 12:30. Book your tickets in advance via WebTicket.

The Education Department at Iziko runs dynamic school-, holiday-, public- and outreach programmes geared at creating exciting learning experiences for everyone.

The school programmes are directly aligned to the national CAPS curriculum and supports the learning outcomes at various school phases. Lessons are offered during museum visits, and build on classroom practice. The classes also provide relatable experiences for both learners and teachers.

Iziko Museums Operating Hours:

Iziko South African Museum and Iziko South African National Gallery:
Open Monday to Sunday from 09:00 until 17:00

Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome:
Open Tuesday to Sunday see schedule online

Iziko Slave Lodge and Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum
Open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 until 17:00

Iziko Bertram House, Iziko Koopman’s de Wet and Iziko Rust en Vreugd House Museums:
Open Thursday and Friday from 09:00 until 16:00

General Enquiries Email: info@Iziko.org.za or call Tel: 021 481 3800