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Groote Kerk Kaapstad — Attraction in Cape Town Ward 115

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Groote Kerk Kaapstad
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The Dutch Reformed Church is a Reformed Christian denomination in South Africa. It also has a presence in neighbouring countries, such as Namibia, Eswatini, and parts of Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. In 2013 it claimed 1.1 million members and 1,602 ordained ministers in 1,158 congregations.
Nearby attractions
Iziko Slave Lodge
Corner Adderley Street and, Wale St, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
St George's Cathedral
5 Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Arch for Arch
Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Church Square
0A Spin St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Cape Town City Hall
Darling St, CBD, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Iziko Social History Resource Centre
Spin St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
The Cape Gallery
60 Church St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Iziko Old Town House Museum
149 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
St. Mary's Cathedral
16 Roeland St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
President Nelson Mandela Statue
25 Darling St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Nearby restaurants
Eastern Food Bazaar
96 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Fyn Restaurant
5th Floor, Speakers Corner, 37 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
NURI SUSHI CBD Cape Town
8 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Food Lover's Eatery Newspaper House
Shop 122, St George's Mall, Church St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Bombay Brasserie
Taj Cape Town, 1 Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
The Cousins Trattoria
3b Barrack St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
McDonald's Spin Street
Spin St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Bukhara Cape Town CBD
33 Church St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Pilcrow & Cleaver
3.2 PIAZZA, Parliament St, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
MSC Sushi
32 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Nearby local services
Greenmarket Square
Burg St &, Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Good Company Market St Georges Mall (Thursdays)
136 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
98 on Long Mall
98 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Church Street Vintage Antiques Market
Church St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
AFRICAN QUEEN ART AND CRAFT.
81 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 7008, South Africa
Long Street Baths
Long St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Nearby hotels
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City Centre by IHG
& St George's Mall, 101 St. George's Mall Cnr, Church St, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Cape Diamond Boutique Hotel
117 Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Gorgeous George Hotel
118 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 Church Square, 37 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
City Chic at The Piazza on Church Square
32 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Adderley Hotel
31 Adderley St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Mandela Rhodes Place
Corner of Wale &, Burg St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Habitat Aparthotel by Totalstay
132 Adderley St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Old Bank Hotel - Lion Roars Hotels and Lodges
85 St George's Mall, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Neighbourgood East City
60 Corporation St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
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Groote Kerk Kaapstad

43 Adderley St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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The Dutch Reformed Church is a Reformed Christian denomination in South Africa. It also has a presence in neighbouring countries, such as Namibia, Eswatini, and parts of Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia. In 2013 it claimed 1.1 million members and 1,602 ordained ministers in 1,158 congregations.

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attractions: Iziko Slave Lodge, St George's Cathedral, Arch for Arch, Church Square, Cape Town City Hall, Iziko Social History Resource Centre, The Cape Gallery, Iziko Old Town House Museum, St. Mary's Cathedral, President Nelson Mandela Statue, restaurants: Eastern Food Bazaar, Fyn Restaurant, NURI SUSHI CBD Cape Town, Food Lover's Eatery Newspaper House, Bombay Brasserie, The Cousins Trattoria, McDonald's Spin Street, Bukhara Cape Town CBD, Pilcrow & Cleaver, MSC Sushi, local businesses: Greenmarket Square, Good Company Market St Georges Mall (Thursdays), 98 on Long Mall, Church Street Vintage Antiques Market, AFRICAN QUEEN ART AND CRAFT., Long Street Baths
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Phone
+27 21 422 0569
Website
grootekerk.org.za
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Wed10 AM - 2 PMClosed

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Nearby attractions of Groote Kerk Kaapstad

Iziko Slave Lodge

St George's Cathedral

Arch for Arch

Church Square

Cape Town City Hall

Iziko Social History Resource Centre

The Cape Gallery

Iziko Old Town House Museum

St. Mary's Cathedral

President Nelson Mandela Statue

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Iziko Slave Lodge

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St George's Cathedral

St George's Cathedral

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Arch for Arch

Arch for Arch

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Open until 12:00 AM
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Church Square

Church Square

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Nearby restaurants of Groote Kerk Kaapstad

Eastern Food Bazaar

Fyn Restaurant

NURI SUSHI CBD Cape Town

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Food Lover's Eatery Newspaper House

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Greenmarket Square

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Greenmarket Square

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Karen ColvinKaren Colvin
The Groote Kerk is just across the road from the Slave Lodge and just below the Company Gardens. It was built in 1841 in the neoclassical style and designed by the architect Herman Schuette. This imposing religious edifice cannot be missed by passing residents or visitors using Adderley Street. Inside one is struck by the large hollow space ready to accommodate a big congregation. Two wooden galleries seat people at opposite sides of the building while a massive organ is across from the pulpit. It’s definitely worth visiting but doesn’t have the same feel as many cathedrals do. The design is more like a hall than a church.
Karin S.Karin S.
The Groote Kerk is the oldest church in South Africa. It was completed in 1704 and expanded twice over the years. Inside, the building impresses with its simplicity and impressive wooden look. During the times of the VOC (East India Company), fine tropical wood, which probably came from India, was used here. The wooden pulpit with the two lions and the wonderful ceiling rosette are particularly noteworthy. The Groote Kerk also houses the largest organ in South Africa.
Devon LlywellynDevon Llywellyn
One of the most beautiful NG churches in South Africa. The historic preservation of this church is truly remarkable. Be sure to check out the carved pulpit and beautiful organ. Attending Sunday sermons are particulary special in this remarkable church.
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The Groote Kerk is just across the road from the Slave Lodge and just below the Company Gardens. It was built in 1841 in the neoclassical style and designed by the architect Herman Schuette. This imposing religious edifice cannot be missed by passing residents or visitors using Adderley Street. Inside one is struck by the large hollow space ready to accommodate a big congregation. Two wooden galleries seat people at opposite sides of the building while a massive organ is across from the pulpit. It’s definitely worth visiting but doesn’t have the same feel as many cathedrals do. The design is more like a hall than a church.
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The Groote Kerk is the oldest church in South Africa. It was completed in 1704 and expanded twice over the years. Inside, the building impresses with its simplicity and impressive wooden look. During the times of the VOC (East India Company), fine tropical wood, which probably came from India, was used here. The wooden pulpit with the two lions and the wonderful ceiling rosette are particularly noteworthy. The Groote Kerk also houses the largest organ in South Africa.
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One of the most beautiful NG churches in South Africa. The historic preservation of this church is truly remarkable. Be sure to check out the carved pulpit and beautiful organ. Attending Sunday sermons are particulary special in this remarkable church.
Devon Llywellyn

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The Groote Kerk on Church Square Cape Town is the oldest Dutch Reformed Church in South Africa and dates back to the 1700's. It was rebuilt in the mid 1800's due to disintegration as a result of the water table on which it is built. The Church has the most magnificent wood carved Pulpit designed by the famous architect Anton Anreith and has at its base 2 sculptured Cape lions. Cape lions are now extinct. The pulpit was preserved during the renovations in the 1800's by concealing it in a box whilst the church was being rebuilt. It still stands on its original position since the church first opened its doors. It was the tradition of the Dutch to bury there governors in the church and to lay their bodies in crypts under the wood floor. A total of 8 governors were buried in the Church including Simon Van Der Stell whose bones lie buried under the wood...

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The Groote Kerk is just across the road from the Slave Lodge and just below the Company Gardens. It was built in 1841 in the neoclassical style and designed by the architect Herman Schuette. This imposing religious edifice cannot be missed by passing residents or visitors using Adderley Street. Inside one is struck by the large hollow space ready to accommodate a big congregation. Two wooden galleries seat people at opposite sides of the building while a massive organ is across from the pulpit. It’s definitely worth visiting but doesn’t have the same feel as many cathedrals do. The design is more like a hall...

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1y

The Groote Kerk is the oldest church in South Africa.

It was completed in 1704 and expanded twice over the years.

Inside, the building impresses with its simplicity and impressive wooden look.

During the times of the VOC (East India Company), fine tropical wood, which probably came from India, was used here.

The wooden pulpit with the two lions and the wonderful ceiling rosette are particularly noteworthy. The Groote Kerk also houses the largest organ in...

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