Accommodation near Cape Town Science Centre - 15

The Cape Town Science Centre is located on Main Road in Observatory, Cape Town.

It is an educational facility that uses fun and interactive methods to teach science, technology, mathematics and engineering.

The Centre is housed in a building designed by Max Policansky, a forefather of modernist architecture and style in the city. The mainy body of the centre is a massive open plan room with over 280 interactive exhibits on display.

Some of the exhibits you can expect to see are:a human gyroscope, a kinetic acoustic sculpture, a train set with mini-people whizzing round the tracks,a black hole simulator, a hyperbolic slot, massive revolving wheel that people can ride in, a replica of Mark Shuttleworth’s Soyuz space capsule,a hovering ball and much much more.

A recent addition to the centre is an outdoor area with a demonstration of how to save water by harvesting rainwater and a gian chess set.

The centre runs special programmes during school holidays which include activities such as building robots, extracting DNA from onions and competitions to see who can build the tallest tower from spaghetti and marshmallows.

There are twice monthly special events during term time and school groups visiting the centre are given special rates and guided around the centre by one of the knowledgable staff members.

The centre attracts between 126 000 and 138 000 visitors annually.

Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.
 
Jardin D'ebene
5.6 km

From R1050 PPS

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Jardin D'ébène is an old Cape Dutch homestead that has been meticulously refurbished and decorated by the owners, in a refined contemporary African style. This Boutique Guesthouse is situated in the h... More Info

 
Amani
5.6 km

From R3000* Unit


Amani, meaning “peace” in Swahili and “wishes” in Arabic, is a spacious multi-storey self-catering holiday home for a group or family of 6, located high up on the slopes of Table Mountain bordering th... More Info

 
Cape Diem Lodge  Boutique Hotel
5.6 km

From R2025 PPS

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Stylish and elegant, the Cape Diem Lodge, totally captures the spirit of the lifestyle and the rich heritage of South Africa's “Mother City” under one roof. Our Victorian lodge, dating back to 1889, i... More Info

 
Watergate Cascades
5.6 km

From R800* Unit


Watergate Cascades is a modern renovated and very comfortable studio apartment, on the top floor (8th) that receives a lot of natural light and has fantastic views of Signal Hill, the V&A Waterfront/H... More Info

 
Thirty On Grace
5.6 km

From R2000 PPS


This newly furbished guesthouse located in a quiet cul de sac in Upper Claremont offers 5 modern double en suite units all luxuriously furnished with sweeping mountain views from your private patio. ... More Info

 
The Tree House Boutique Hotel
5.7 km

From R1225 PPS

  • *****

Located in the trendy and vibrant suburb of Green Point, The Tree House Boutique Hotel is within proximity to many of the great attractions of Cape Town which include the V&A Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, Cape... More Info

 
Port View Guest House
5.7 km

From R862 PPS


Situated in one of Cape Town’s most cosmopolitan areas, Green Point, Port View House, offers warm ambiance and friendly hospitality. Port View House lies on the slopes of Signal Hill. It is close to t... More Info

 
23 Grace
5.7 km

From R1155 PPS


Situated in a quiet cul de sac, 23 Grace is a modern home with a large open plan lounge,dining opening out onto a large covered patio. Serviced daily, it is excellent for the solo holiday or business ... More Info

 
Green Point Apartment
5.7 km

From R900* Unit


Situated in a peaceful area of Green Point, this cosy, fully furnished studio is ideally situated for access to all major attractions in the city. It is a mere 5 min walk away from the new Green Point... More Info

 
Bluegum Hill Guesthouse
5.7 km

From R1690* Unit

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Come home to the most breathtaking view in Cape Town and enjoy ever-changing panoramic views over Table Bay, the V & A Waterfront and across to Robben Island. Magnificently sited on the topmost ro... More Info

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