Heart of Cape Town Museum

March 22, 2026 | Cape Town, South Africa
Heart of Cape Town Museum

Heart of Cape Town Museum

Located within the still-operational Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, the Heart of Cape Town Museum stands on the site where the world’s first human heart transplant was performed in December 1967. Visitors can explore the very rooms where this groundbreaking medical procedure took place, offering a unique and immersive experience into the history of cardiac surgery. The museum provides a detailed look at the event, allowing guests to step back in time and understand the significance of this medical milestone.

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