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FRANSCHHOEK MOTORMUSEUMM
WELCOME TO THE FRANSCHHOEK MOTOR MUSEUM
Franschhoek Motor Museum is a must-see South African venue. Showcasing over a 100 years of automotive history it caters to tourists, local families and motor enthusiasts alike. The museum’s collection exceeds 220 vehicles – such as the 1898 Beeston motor tricycle – with more than 80 exhibits that are available to view at any one time, displayed in four de-humidified halls with a total floor area of 2700 mÇ, and presented in chronological order.

With a unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins, Franschhoek, you can book a museum tour, have a snack at our deli, or take a tram ride to Anthonij Rupert Wines for a wine tasting.

PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE CASHLESS.
For those intending to visit the Museum and in keeping with visitor convenience, we have opted to only accept electronic payments for bookings.
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Our opening times are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 (Last admittance: 16:00)
Saturday – Sunday & Public Holidays: 10:00 – 16:00 (Last admittance: 15:00)

Closed: Good Friday and Christmas Day

Franschhoek Motor Museum reserves the right to close the museum without notice. Should the Museum have to be closed, booked tickets will be postponed or refunded accordingly.

Please note, no dogs are allowed onto the Estate.

Important Vehicle Restriction

When visiting the Motor Museum, buses larger than a ‘23 seater’ as well as motorcycles are not permitted on the L’Ormarins Estate. Large buses & motorcycle parking is available at Anthonij Rupert Wyne Estate, where a complimentary shuttle is taken to the Motor Museum, only 18 guests per shuttle can be accommodated.

When making your booking, please indicate if you will be parking at the Anthonij Rupert Wyne Estate so we can make sure there is a tram available to transport you.



Wheelchair Accessible
We are a wheelchair friendly facility.
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Purchase your online ticket.

On display
View cars currently on display in our four halls

NEWS
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FEATURED
Mercedes-Benz W21
The W21 series was introduced in Berlin in February 1933 and was in production for three years. Designed by ex-Benz & Cie CEO Hans Nibel. Numerous body styles were offered on two wheelbases. Three-speed plus overdrive gearbox. This car is one of the first to be imported to SA.

Top Speed
95 km/h

Transmission
4-speed manual

Power
30 kW at 3 600 r/min

Engine
1 961 CC Inline-6

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Welcome to FMM
The Franschhoek Motor Museum offers visitors a special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history.

P.O.Box 435, Franschhoek,
7690, South Africa
+27 (0)21 874 9002
Admission
R90 adults
R70 pensioners and motor club members (with membership ID)
R50 children (ages 3-12)

*Guided tours are available upon request at no charge. An on-site Deli offers refreshments and a selection of wines produced by Anthonij Rupert Wyne.

Opening Times
Our opening times are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 (Last admittance: 16:00)
Saturday – Sunday & Public Holidays: 10:00 – 16:00 (Last admittance: 15:00)
4th December: CLOSED
24th December: 10:00am – 15:00 (last admittance: 14:00)

Closed: Good Friday and Christmas Day




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