The national art museum of South Africa, housed on Government Avenue in the Company's Garden. Exhibitions change through the year and cover historical and contemporary South African art alongside international work.
The Iziko South African National Gallery is the country's national art museum, set on Government Avenue in the Company's Garden. Its programme moves between historical and contemporary South African art alongside international work, and the displays change through the year rather than sitting as one fixed collection.
The gallery is a few minutes' walk from the Iziko South African Museum at the other end of the garden, and the two are easily seen in one morning. Each charges its own admission. While maintenance work continues at the museum, a museum ticket also brings a complimentary same day entry here.
Highlights
- South Africa's national art museum
- Historical and contemporary South African art
- Exhibitions change through the year
- On Government Avenue in the Company's Garden
- A few minutes' walk from the Iziko South African Museum
- Free entry on Fridays for South African pensioners and students
Tips
Check the Iziko website for the current exhibition before you travel, because the displays rotate. The gallery pairs naturally with the Iziko South African Museum at the other end of the Company's Garden. Guided tours for groups and individuals can be arranged with Iziko at R110 per person.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost?
International visitors pay R100 for adults, children aged 5 to 17 and pensioners or students. Local rates are R60 for adults and R40 for children aged 5 to 17. South African pensioners and students with valid cards pay R40 and enter free on Fridays.
What are the opening hours?
The gallery is open from 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Sunday. Winter weekend hours are 08:30 to 16:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. It is closed on Christmas Day and Workers' Day.
What is there to see?
Historical and contemporary South African art alongside international work. Exhibitions change through the year, so check the Iziko website for what is showing before you go.
Is it near the Iziko South African Museum?
Yes. Both sit in the Company's Garden, a few minutes apart on foot. Each charges its own admission, although a museum ticket currently includes a complimentary same day entry to the gallery while maintenance work continues at the museum.
How long should I allow?
Most visitors spend one to two hours.
