In celebration of South Africa’s heritage, Iziko Museums will bring art, history, and culture to life during the in_herit Festival 2025.
Taken at the Castle of Good Hope / Bernard Gagnon / Wikimedia Commons
This annual event is a standout feature on the cultural calendar, offering both residents and visitors an immersive experience.
On 24 September 2025 (Heritage Day), a selection of Iziko Museums in Cape Town will offer free admission, making it possible for everyone to explore the city’s most iconic cultural institutions.
Heritage Day is a moment for South Africans to reflect on both the struggles and victories shared in their collective history. With this free-entry initiative, Iziko aims to make that history more accessible to all. Whether your passion lies in art, geology, or stories of people, the scheduled museums provide something of interest for everyone.
Museums participating with free entry on Heritage Day 2025
Here are some of the museums that will be open at no cost:
- Iziko South African Museum – Featuring natural history exhibits, fossils, archaeological finds, and displays charting human and life evolution in southern Africa.
- Iziko South African National Gallery – Showcases local and global artworks, including both traditional and modern pieces celebrating creative expression.
- Iziko Slave Lodge – Offers a moving exploration of Cape Town’s history of slavery, including curated stories of resilience.
- Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum – Dedicated to the Cape Malay community, highlighting its traditions, cuisine, and colourful cultural heritage.
- Castle of Good Hope – South Africa’s oldest surviving colonial building, it provides insight into the nation’s political and military past.
- Groot Constantia Manor House – Located in the historic Constantia estate, it merges architectural beauty with the area’s legacy in winemaking.
Note: Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome are not included in the free-entry offer. The rest of Iziko’s major cultural sites will be available to the public without charge.
The in_herit Festival 2025 is part of Iziko’s ongoing efforts to promote education, community engagement, and inclusivity in the museum sector. The free-access day for Heritage Day is more than a goodwill gesture, it’s an intentional move to invite new audiences to engage with South Africa’s heritage and participate in ongoing conversations about identity.
So, whether you are drawn to art, natural history, or societal stories, South Africa’s Heritage Day with Iziko Museums promises a day of discovery, reflection, and inspiration at no cost.
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