Chavonnes Battery Museum Historical Visitor Attraction

Night at the museum
Year end with a difference,...Enjoy a three course meal and refreshments served buffet style...

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Explore the international photo exhibition
Mnt Huangshan China
Join a drumming circle
And learn to drum to your own beat...

Underwater photographer of the year, photo exhibition, school boy

International Photo Exhibitions...

Enjoy a robust schedule of thought provoking images, with reviews, interviews and artist statements.

V&A Waterfront, Walking Tours, Guided Tours

Guided Walking Tours...

Guides from local communities dressed in period costume highlight points of historical interest and fascinating relics, let us show you.

» Join a Tour

Host your next event here...

This exquisite location is popular for cocktail parties, workshops, presentations and "Old Cape" events.

» Book a site visit

Chavonnes Battery Museum, History of Cape Town

Time Travel to the 17th Century...

Explore the history of Cape Town below sea-level on the original shoreline buried for 300 years. Models, detailed displays, exhibits and large graphic information boards.

» Fun for all ages

School excursion, Chavonnes Battery Museum

Schools & Group Tours...

Popular with groups of all ages, with storytelling, guided tours, demonstrations and group activities.

» See what the kids have to say

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Muzzle Loaded Cannon firing...

Under supervision of the Cannon Association of SA, you can fire an authentic 18th Century Muzzle Loaded Cannon from a quarter pound to a 9 pound rifled muzzle.

» Try something different

Experience the history of Cape Town with a local

Attracting the curious,
(Local and International visitors),

Engaging the imagination,
(Early History of Cape Town 1600-1900),

Igniting the narrative,
(The stories of the people and events),

Fostering a new generation of storytellers,
(entrepreneurs, youth development and job creation).