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Nobel Square

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Nobel Square

Nobel Square

Located within the V&A Waterfront, this public square features statues of four South African Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Visitors come here to view these monuments and walk along the seaside promenade while learning about the historic figures represented.

Getting There

The square is situated in the Waterfront district. From Cape Town city centre, it is accessible via a short taxi or ride-share trip, typically taking 5 to 10 minutes depending on traffic.

Duration of Visit

Since the site consists of a small plaza and a series of statues, most visitors spend between 30 and 60 minutes here.

When to Visit

The area is open to the public and is suitable for visits throughout the day. Because it is part of a major tourist hub, the square often becomes crowded during peak holiday seasons and weekend afternoons.

Nearby Attractions

The square is centrally located, making it easy to combine with other nearby sites on foot:

  • Two Oceans Aquarium (0.3km)
  • Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (0.3km)
  • Portside Tower (1.1km)
  • Triangle House (1.4km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Two Oceans Aquarium

Zoos & aquariums

Two Oceans Aquarium

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Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

Museums & galleries

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

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Views & landmarks

Portside Tower

This 139-meter tower stands in downtown Cape Town, and when it was completed in 2014 it became the city's tallest building and its first major skyscraper in decades. It's now a landmark that defines the downtown skyline.

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Triangle House

Views & landmarks

Triangle House

This 104-meter building stands in downtown Cape Town and was completed in the early 1990s. For a time it was regarded as one of the city's signature skyline landmarks.

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Mouille Point

Shopping & districts

Mouille Point

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Museums & galleries

Koopmans-de Wet House

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