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Iziko Slave Lodge
- 4.5952 reviews
- Closed now
Historic 1660s building on Adderley Street with exhibits on slavery in South Africa, Cape history and ancient Egypt.
Quick answers
Iziko Slave Lodge in short
When is Iziko Slave Lodge open?
Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM; Sat 8:30 AM–4 PM; Sun closed. Hours checked on 6 November 2026.
When is the best time to visit Iziko Slave Lodge?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Iziko Slave Lodge indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Is Iziko Slave Lodge good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Iziko Slave Lodge cost?
It isn't free.
Do you need to book Iziko Slave Lodge?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at Iziko Slave Lodge?
About 1.5 hours.
Where is Iziko Slave Lodge?
Corner Adderley Street and, Wale St, Cape Town, 8000.
Is Iziko Slave Lodge wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible restroom.
Status, rating and hours checked on 6 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 7:00 pm
Why it fits right now
Closed right now.
Opens tomorrow 9 am.
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- Feels
- 21°
- Rain
- 0%
- Wind
- 16km/h
- 8pm
19° - 9pm
19° - 10pm
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The next five days
Best time to go
When your plans and the weather actually get along. Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Closed nowmonday9 AM–5 PM
All hoursFewer hours
- mondayToday
- 9 AM–5 PM
- tuesday
- 9 AM–5 PM
- wednesday
- 9 AM–5 PM
- thursday
- 9 AM–5 PM
- friday
- 9 AM–5 PM
- saturday
- 8:30 AM–4 PM
- sunday
- Closed
Hours checked 6 Nov
Where and how
- 1 Iziko Slave Lodge
- 2 Bombay Brasserie · 1 min
- 3 Fyn Restaurant · 2 min
- 4 Gigi Rooftop Restaurant & Bar · 2 min
- 5 Nuri Sushi CBD · 2 min
Good to know
- Indoors
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 1.5 h
- Step-free entrance
- Accessible washroom
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.5from 952 reviews
Known for
- History of slavery
- Cape history
- Ancient Egypt collection
What people say
- People like:
- Informative exhibitions on slavery and South African history
Around City Centre
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Good nowBombay BrasserieIndian · 1 min walk
Good nowFyn RestaurantFine dining · 2 min walk
Gigi Rooftop Restaurant & BarBar · 2 min walk
Nuri Sushi CBDSushi · 2 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Nothing extra: dress as you like.
Nothing extra. Dress as you like.
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.