Daily Tours of Victoria Yards
Get some in-depth history of Victoria Yards
and explore all the studios.
Victoria Yards was not always a home for creative minds, learners, and entrepreneurs. Purpose built as a steam laundry in 1913, the property, now 100 years old, has changed little in the way of the original buildings, standing derelict for a while before being occupied by informal traders.
In 2016, the property became home to what is now known as Victoria Yards. With the addition of gardens, Koi ponds and the reimagining of the spaces, Victoria Yards has become a home to a variety of creative enterprises.
Community-Led Tours
At Victoria Yards, our tours are a little different — and that’s exactly how we like it. They’re not run by professional guides, but by some of our own tenants: artists, designers, and small business owners who live, work, and create right here in the heart of our community.
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These casual, down-to-earth tours offer a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the everyday life of the Yards. You’ll walk the gardens, peek into studios, and hear stories straight from the people who shape this space.
It’s a personal, authentic journey — and a wonderful way for us to host you in our home.
Victoria Yards Discovery Tour
10:00am - 10:30am
Explore the sprawling Victoria Yards and gardens and orientate yourself with our variety of artists, designers, and makers. Learn a bit about our history and ethos.
Victoria Yards Artisan Tour
10:30am - 11:30am
Meet our artisans in their studios and see
how they do what they do and why they do it. An opportunity to see where products come from, how they are hand-made, with love in South Africa.
Every time is tour time!
If you’d like to join a tour, feel free to reach out directly to one of our community guides.
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Contact us at:
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Angela: 078 477 5810
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Patience: 078 140 2008
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Sean: 066 145 4973