Simon's Town Museum — Attraction in Cape Town Ward 61

Simon's Town Museum is an fascinating step into South African history, especially various aspects of the British Empire. From being a prison, naval commanders home, court house, storage depot to having an even darker past, the museum showcases the storied past of the area. Be sure and check out the cells and tunnels under the museum...you might have to ask to see them. The museum highlights all these periods in it's history as well contemporary history, both the good and the bad. The curator and staff are extremely knowledgeable and courteous and more then helpful with information on the area. The museum looks out over the crystal clear bay and the Simon's Town naval base. Next door is the South African Naval museum, which is certainly worth the stop. From the museum you can also see the South African Naval Museum Submarine Assegaai, the boat ride to it and tour are excellent. Enjoy...

Simon’s Town is a navy suburb and this museum of course references the rich maritime history, but also, you will find cultural and sometimes difficult history on full display.

It’s only R20 ($1) to enter and they have authentic war memorabilia on display.

It’s not a big museum but then again, Simon’s Town isn’t a particularly big town – and the museum gives a good account of the history and environment.

Some of the local families who were moved out of the area in the bad old days have contributed artefacts to the museum.

And there’s a large conference room, but no indication on whether it can be hired for a private event.

It would also be good if private tours would be available in the museum as the exhibits don’t always seem to follow each other.

There’s a tiny gift shop with well-priced stock.

Hours are tight: they...

Awesome history of Simon's town now learnt. From the dog that was in the navy to the towns rich history. We went to the navy museum next door right after. You can walk there a short distance of about 100ms. Lots to see and read if you are the hig history fanatic. Unlike us we did the quick over view and skimmed over everything at speed. The town itself seems amszing too with plenty old buildings etc Definitely recommend along with the naval museum and the Submarine museum. Just a point to note they close early around 15h30. Go and go now its was informative and worth it. The simons town museum charge enrty is not alot i think it was like R30 bucks. Naval museum is free but you can chuck some cash in the donations box. Submarine museum is R80 bucks each if im not...