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Apartheid Museum rating icon 6.2

Northern Parkway and Gold Reef Road, Ormonde, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 75 of 241
Popularity in Category: 726 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 10793 of 28982
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Joshua December 19, 2024

I recommend getting there right when it opens at 9 AM. It can get super crowded, and you really don’t want to rush through all the exhibits because they're so impactful

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Elijah October 12, 2024

I think you should take your time in the main exhibition area. I rushed it a bit, and I missed some of the more emotional stories. Trust me, each section is worth absorbing.

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Constitution Hill rating icon 5.6

11 Kotze St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017, South Africa copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 99 of 241
Popularity in Category: 851 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 12760 of 28982
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Samuel February 4, 2025

I think you should wear comfortable shoes. There’s a lot of walking, and the cobblestone paths can be pretty tricky. I wish I had known that before my visit!

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Karen January 13, 2025

I suggest checking out the temporary exhibitions if you can. They often have unique displays that really add to the experience. I stumbled upon one and it was a highlight of my visit!

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Sci-Bono Discovery Centre rating icon 3.2

Corner of Miriam Makeba and Helen Joseph (formerly Newtown |, Helen Joseph St, Newtown, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 159 of 241
Popularity in Category: 1310 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 19868 of 28982
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Steven February 2, 2025

My advice is to bring a packed lunch. The café is a bit pricey, and there are nice picnic spots outside if the weather’s good.

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Jill January 9, 2025

I recommend checking the special events calendar before you go. They sometimes have cool workshops or talks that can really enhance your visit.

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South African National Museum of Military History rating icon 2.9

22 Erlswold Way, Johannesburg, 2132, South Africa copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 166 of 241
Popularity in Category: 1367 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 20714 of 28982
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Nathan December 8, 2024

If you're into history, take your time with the interactive displays. I missed out on a few because I was rushing. They really add a lot to the experience, so don't skip them!

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