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Slave Lodge


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 120 attractions in Cape Town
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Attraction type: Historic site
Address: Corner of Adderley and Wale Streets Cape Town 8000
South Africa
Tel: 27 0 21 460 8242
Fax: 27 0 21 460 8202

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4 of 5 stars
Saint Paul, Minnesota
14 Mar 2009

This museum was quite memorable. The main focus is to recount the slave trade and its role in Cape Town history. The museum is housed at the same site the the original Dutch slave lodge was located, giving it a bit of historical resonance. One learns about the expansive nature of the slave trade and how they were brought from... more

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5 of 5 stars
Massachusetts
21 Feb 2009

A must see while in Cape Town! After seeing the natural beauty of the area, the wineries and then a trip to Robben Island this just puts everything into perspective. I agree that it will have great significance for Americans, it is amazing to see the parallels between the two countries. Give yourself plenty of time to walk, read and... more

26 Dec 2006
8
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I visited the slave lodge after learning about this little known part of South African history in a lecture. All I can say is that this museum is a must see while in Capetown. If you are from the States, there is a riveting and moving comparison about the Jim Crow South that is not to be missed! If you... more

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Corner of Adderley and Wale Streets, Cape Town 8000 , South Africa
Tel: 27 0 21 460 8242 Fax: 27 0 21 460 8202