What comes to mind when you hear the “most precious gem on earth” and “a lady’s best friend”? Well, this precious thing takes centre stage at this museum – the diamond.

A museum dedicated entirely to the diamond, it is literally a hidden gem, situated in the Clock Tower district of Cape Town. Right here, discover how these precious gems are made, mined and even their rich history! Through your trip here, discover who unearthed the first ever diamond in the world billions of years ago, and how it has managed to be the choice of rock for many eager brides. Educated on the process of how it becomes the shiny gem it is, you will finally understand how the strongest rock on earth is cut and polished, its natural beauty shining through. With replicas of world-famous diamonds belonging to popular stars, and even life-sized replicas of some of the most valuable diamonds in the world, the museum definitely has the razzle dazzle in them. Be sure to check out the museum when in Cape Town, seeing these glamorous stars, up close and personal.