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1. Moruleng Cultural Precinct
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
2. Sharklife
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Established in 2005, Sharklife addresses the alarming exploitation of both shark populations and ocean fisheries in South African waters. We actively engage the urgent need for research and protection of many marine species. Come and learn more about these apex predators ,that have been around longer than the dinosaurs, and may other marine species too at our Sharklife Museum
3. Letaba Elephant Hall
4. Noorul Islam Heritage Museum
5. KwaZulu-Natal Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
KwaZulu-Natal Museum is a popular tourist and educational amenity and acclaimed centre of scholarly research, offers thousands of visitors a feast of attractive, modern and user friendly displays. The KZN Museum is dedicated to increasing understanding of the history of mankind in south-eastern Africa and of the natural world, through the collection, study and display of real objects. The Museum opened its doors on 30 November 1904 and is now home to several of South Africa's most important heritage collections. The collections are of international renown, and feature regional archaeology, African cultural products, European settler history, seashells, insects and other forms of animal life. The KZN Museum is proud to be the custodian of one of the most important collections of Zulu craft objects. The largest national Museum in KwaZulu-Natal, this Museum is dedicated to the collection, preservation, study and exhibition of objects of cultural and scientific value.
Reviewed By luc_victor_jr
Arguably one of the best museums in KZN, the Natal Museum is very well maintained, meticulously set-up and very educational. Its vast resource of information from natural to local history is bountiful, well researched and impeccably documented. The taxidermied animals are amazingly real and the dioramas are life-like. It also has adequate sociological and anthropological information that are sometimes lacking in some other museums. Although this museum is nowhere near the Durban CBD, the drive to Pietermaritzburg is well worth it. The only other issue when visiting the museum is parking where you may have to park down a few blocks and of course, no pictures or food allowed.
6. Kitching Fossil Exploration Centre
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4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By Trip37208618471 - Greater Johannesburg, South Africa
We arrived during the week, having made a special trip to Nieu Bethesda to visit this Centre. It was closed-- but a call to the listed number and a staff member soon arrived to assist us. This is a great experience for all ages, especially for those children who are of an age to experience the excitement of scientific exploration. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful. You watch videos, tour the exhibit, learn how fossils are prepared, and go out to the ancient fossil beds to see them in situ. A visit will open your eyes to the wonders of South African heritage.
7. Pinetown Museum
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
8. Museum of Natural History
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3.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By HFourie - Krugersdorp, South Africa
We spent a night in the Museum with my sons Youth Group. What a thrill! They had a ball of a time! With a night tour, an exciting treasure hunt and a late night movie in the amphitheater; the kids made endless memories. In the morning they had a quick visit to the Discovery Center where they could touch and squeeze and smack items on display. And also discover what the tooth mouse does with your lost teeth...(my sons favorite attraction) I would recommend this for any school or youth or large groups, any age. The adults had just so much fun! This is an interactive learning experience for all. I was surprised how much I enjoyed it! Bonus: There is safe, off street parking provided. You have to bring your own dinner and snacks. And stretcher and bedding though!
9. The National Cultural History Museum
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3.5 based on 19 reviews
10. Roodepoort Museum
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
