Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa (after Cape Town and Stellenbosch) and the Drostdy was built as the seat of the Landdrost (magistrate) in 1747. Known as one of the best in the country, the museum comprises a collection of buildings with characteristic Cape Dutch architecture, period furniture, beautiful gardens, an ambagswerf (trades yard) and a restaurant. A stroll around the complex will include indoor as well as outdoor areas and some of the most picturesque streets in the town.
Opening times: Monday - Friday 09h00 - 16h45
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 10h00 - 15h45
Closed on Christmas day, New Year's day, Good Friday
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