10 Museums in Cape Town Central That You Shouldn't Miss

Welcome to StateoftheART, a boutique art gallery which aims to inspire a new culture of art buying; where quality fine art is affordable, South African artists are championed and customers can easily find and buy from a curated selection of contemporary art - no matter their taste. StateoftheART brings the gallery experience to you; we offer a 'click-to-buy' service for collectors unable to visit our gallery in person. All of our artists have been carefully selected; instead of showcasing thousands of artists, we choose to represent only a limited number so that you can be sure of the quality of the contemporary art for sale. Importantly, the majority of our proceeds from a sale are given to the artists who create these works, so when you buy art from StateoftheART you’re directly supporting our artists. Our online art platform is complemented by a physical space in Cape Town; you'll find us at 50 Buitenkant Street.

The Gallery represents two Cape Town artists, Grant Oxche and Mekhala van der Schyff, exclusively specialising in portraiture using oils on canvas and mix media. Part of the focus is to capture the diversity of different people of the continent in all its splendour trying to portray not only their visual beauty, but also their emotions.

Located in the heart of Cape Town's historic centre, 99 Loop shines a spotlight on a wide range of top emerging and established artistic talent from South Africa. On the corner of Loop and Church Streets, 99 Loop joins a number of other established and new galleries on the same stretch, offering visitors a reason to linger and explore.

Gavin Collins Gallery Waterfront is a gallery solely dedicated to the South-African artist Gavin Collins' artwork. Selling not only home decor, but gateways to the imagination. Bold, large, original oil paintings on Belgian Linen are sold here in a variety of genres. From his Master Series Cityscapes to his exquisite figuratives, animals and portraits, the artist never disappoints.

Exhibition of Art dedicated to the struggles of the Cape Malay people and their achievements and contributions to the South African culture and society. Experience the Sight, sounds and taste of Bo kaap the heart of the Cape Malay people

Uncover a hidden gem found on the top floor of the prestigious African Trading Port building - a museum of rare and ancient artifacts gathered from around Africa by our esteemed collector. These items have been assembled over many years and boast being the collectors private and most precious collection. Open now for the public to view in this unique museum.

The apartheid nationalist government destroyed District Six in the 1960s. This memorial museum contains maps, photographs and other reminders of this old vibrant neighborhood. Site walks and tours in the Museum with ex-resident storytellers are also offered.