Open Tuesdays to Sundays 09h30-15h30. Closed Mondays except Public Holidays and School Holidays

Simon’s Town • Cape Town

Step inside a real South African Navy submarine.

A memorable, guided museum experience for families, tourists, school groups, veterans, and anyone curious about life beneath the waves.

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Guided tours by people who know submarines from the inside.

Real stories. Real controls. Real history.
Family visiting a submarine museum
Four hour watch. A cold wet challenge.
Visitors touring submarine controls
7,62 LMG team closed up to give covering fire if needed.

Day trippers, tourists & families

Visit

Perfect for a short Simon’s Town stop, a family outing, or an indoor activity after Boulders Beach or the Naval Museum.

Why visitors love it

Children enjoy sitting at the controls and imagining life onboard, while adults appreciate the humour, stories, and practical detail shared by experienced guides.

  • Family-friendly guided tours
  • Memorable stop for Cape Town day trips
  • Great for tourists looking for something different
Family visiting a submarine museum
An experience that you will talk about.
Visitors touring submarine controls
A guided tour by an experienced story teller.

Naval heritage & veterans

History

A rare preserved submarine and a tribute to the people who served beneath the surface.

Cold War-era naval story

The museum brings South African submarine history to life through ex-crew stories, equipment, and the atmosphere of a real operational boat.

  • Ideal for naval and military history enthusiasts
  • Stories from former submariners
  • A tangible link to SA Navy heritage
Historic submarine on display
Cold war heritage, beautifuly preserved
Naval memorial or submarine detail
Naval history comes to life.

Schools, scouts & students

Learn

A hands-on way to explore science, engineering, teamwork, navigation, and life at sea.

Education that feels like adventure

Guided tours make complex topics understandable, from submarine design and safety to endurance, discipline, and working in confined spaces.

  • Suitable for school and youth groups
  • Useful for history, science, and technology themes
  • Captivating even for first-time naval visitors
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Students learning inside a submarine
The days before computers, the planesman kept precise depth using mechanical gauges and experience.
Guide explaining submarine equipment
Find out what it is like to live in confined space for 28 days with 38 shipmates.

Museum keepsakes

Shop

Take home a reminder of your visit and help support the museum.

Support the museum

Browse caps, T-shirts, books, badges, and other naval-themed items after your tour.

  • Souvenirs for children and visitors
  • Books and naval memorabilia
  • Every purchase helps preserve the museum
Museum shop souvenirs
Submarine souvenirs. Caps, T shirts, models, knives, small gifts. There is something for everyone.
Submarine museum badges and books
Get a signed copy of Iron Fist from the Sea. An epic narrative of SA Naval operations.

Bookings & enquiries

Contact

Make contact to confirm tour times, group bookings, accessibility, and current prices before travelling.

Visit us in Simon’s Town

Location: Simon’s Town, Cape Town, South Africa

Email: admin@assegaai-submarine.co.za

Phone: +27 21 787 4786

Call us during our operating hours (09:30 to 15:30) to speak with a friendly staff member. Perfect for quick questions or booking inquiries.