Nelson Mandela Museum

Top choice in The Wild Coast


Set aside at least two hours for this inspiring museum right in the centre. It offers visitors a fascinating journey through the life of Nelson Mandela. There are four rooms that contain a mix of memorabilia, photographs and panels as well as videos and sound documents.


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1. Qunu

17.8 MILES

The roadside village of Qunu is the home town of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, who grew up here in the 1920s. The area has yet to fully capitalise on its…

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