Norval Foundation Sculpture Garden
Imaginative sculpture garden that cleverly combines art with nature.
4.6
from 1182 Google reviews
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About the garden
Opening times
Wednesday - Monday 10:00 - 17:30 Last Entry 17:00
Useful details
Garden area
10 Acres
Dog walking
No - Guide dogs only.
Cafe or restaurant
Food and drink facilities include a cafe/restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
Family
Yes - Children of all ages.
Bicycle storage
Yes - Yes - You can lock up your bike.
Wheelchair access
Very accessible (all paths flat and paved).
Shops
Yes - There is a gift shop.
Cape Town, 7945
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Google reviews
4.6
from 1182 Google reviews
Lauren Maker
4 months ago
5
This is my best museum in Cape Town, they have spared nothing in making this art gallery beautiful, informative and so interesting. It's all about Africa, paintings, interactive, photography to sculptures! It's a great morning out! They have a superb sculpture garden that surprises you at every corner! We spent an hour walking around this wonderful gallery, the art is beautiful and displayed in a free flowing manner, as you walk in the lights flick on, its an excellent experience and I highly recommend you visit this on your next trip to Cape Town.
Karen Colvin
4 months ago
5
As I cruise into the downstairs parking the lights turn on for me and momentarily I feel like royalty. Stepping out into the Norval Foundation is a treat. The architecture is modern and functional- being an art museum amongst other things. I love the clean lines of this building. The galleries range in size and are always filled with exciting artists. The focus being Africa. Then there’s the Skotnes Restaurant that serves up a delicious menu and while you enjoy the flavours your gaze is mostly over the wetland and indigenous gardens. Here you can wander around and view plants and installations. Become a member and you’ll be invited to exhibition openings, musical evenings and other interesting events. It’s the place where I go alone to escape the humdrum or spend time with my family and friends.
Jane Steven
4 months ago
5
I loved the indigenous garden and it's sculptures. The exhibitions were interesting, stimulating and thought provoking. The coffee in the restaurant was hot and the carrot cake delicious. World Class!
Licia Dewing Career Strategist
4 months ago
5
A Magnificent & Arresting Space ! The Norval Foundation is MUST see on your art tour of Cape Town ! The current exhibition ‘When Rain Cloud Gather’ a celebration of our African female art genius in the country is beyond moving - take your time - walk slowly - let it all sink in and then bask in the garden glory and celebrate the talent in our women. Highly recommend!
Joshua Bruton
a month ago
5
Went in December 2022. Below average and generic exhibits indoors but the garden is fantastic. Some of the sculptures outdoors are astoundingly creative.