What to do and see in Northern Cape, South Africa: The Best History Museums

March 18, 2022 Dorsey Hagwood

The Northern Cape (Afrikaans: Noord-Kaap; Tswana: Kapa Bokone) is the largest and most sparsely populated province of South Africa. It was created in 1994 when the Cape Province was split up. Its capital is Kimberley. It includes the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, part of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, an international park shared with Botswana. It also includes the Augrabies Falls and the diamond mining regions in Kimberley and Alexander Bay. The Namaqualand region in the west is famous for its Namaqualand daisies. The southern towns of De Aar and Colesberg, in the Great Karoo, are major transport nodes between Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. In the northeast, Kuruman is known as a mission station and also for its artesian spring, the Eye of Kuruman. The Orange River flows through the province, forming the borders with the Free State in the southeast and with Namibia to the northwest. The river is also used to irrigate the many vineyards in the arid region near Upington.
Restaurants in Northern Cape

1. The Big Hole

Tucker Street, Kimberley South Africa +27 53 839 4600 [email protected] http://thebighole.co.za
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The Big Hole

During a visit to the Big Hole in Kimberley, South Africa you will not only see the largest man made hole in the world but also the largest diamond display in the world. Various displays will introduce you to the world of diamond mining and all aspects of diamonds as well as the history of diamonds in South Africa. On show is also the Old Town witch will give you an idea of what Kimberley looked like more than 100 years ago. We have various shops on the site where you could buy curios as well as diamonds and jewellery. Also available is a coffee shop and bar to quench your thirst and hunger. We are fully wheelchair friendly. Open every day of the year from 08:00 to 17:00 Guided tours on offer.

Reviewed By Dellanise

We really enjoyed our trip to the Big Hole in Kimberley, our guide David was very informative and also made a few jokes while we were touring, thanks David, would definitely recommend.

2. Fred Turner Windpump Museum

Loeriesfontein South Africa +27 27 662 1023 http://www.southafrica.net/za/en/articles/entry/article-southafrica.net-windpump-museum-loeriesfontein
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Fred Turner Windpump Museum

3. Calvinia Museum

44 Church Street, Calvinia 8190 South Africa +27 27 341 1043
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Calvinia Museum

Reviewed By MarnieB550

Fabulous museum, well worth a visit. Enjoyed all the exhibits, especially the steam train. Can recommend a visit to learn about the history of Calvinia.

4. Sutherland Museum

Jubilee Street, Sutherland 6920 South Africa +27 71 136 7468 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/northerncape/sutherland-museums/
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Sutherland Museum

5. Carnarvon Museum

Old Church Hall Hanau Street, Carnarvon 8925 South Africa +27 53 382 3029 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/northerncape/carnarvon-museum/
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Carnarvon Museum

Reviewed By lindatA5590YD

We popped in early morning & were welcomed by the amazing curator of the museum who told us all about the history of the museum and the town - and even made us coffee with rusks! So much to see and so much Karoo history in this place. Everyone should visit here.

6. Kleinzee Museum

5 2nd Street, Kleinsee 8282 South Africa +27 27 877 0028 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/northerncape/kleinzee-museum/
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Kleinzee Museum

7. Colesberg-Kemper Museum

Murray Street, Colesberg 9795 South Africa +27 51 753 0678 http://colesberginfo.co.za/museum.php
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Colesberg-Kemper Museum

8. Kalahari-Oranje Museum

4 Short Street, Upington 8801 South Africa +27 54 331 2640 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/northerncape/kalahari-oranje-museum/
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Kalahari-Oranje Museum

9. Sol Plaatje House Museum

32 Angel Street, Kimberley 8301 South Africa +27 53 833 2526 http://www.kimberley.co.za/places/kimberley/free/sol-plaatje-house-museum/
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10. Hanover Museum

Viljoen Street, Hanover 7005 South Africa +27 53 643 0038 http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/northerncape/hanover-museum/

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