Things To Do in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Port Elizabeth and Eastern Cape

Things To Do in Port Elizabeth

Bushbuck Walking Trail

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

Situated with The Island Nature Reserve, the Bushbuck Walking trail consists of a number of interlinking loops that are all circular for ... more information

Buy African Crafts at Ezamaxhosa Craft

Where: Summerstrand
How much (per person): Free to Browse

EzamaXhosa (meaning "Belonging to the Xhosa People") displays and sells genuine handmade craft found only in the Eastern Cape. When the ... more information

Café Ruwach Art & Craft Gallery

Where: Richmond Hill
How much (per person): On Request

Situated at 70 Campbell Street, Richmond Hill, Port Elizabeth is Ruwach Café Art & Craft Gallery. Colourful walls create an interesting ... more information

Cape Recife Lighthouse

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

The spine on the Eastern Cape's Indian Ocean floor bed is stacked with rocks for vertebrae that form the east coast bay backbone. This ... more information

Donkin Lighthouse

Where: St Georges Park
How much (per person): Free

The Donkin Lighthouse is the city's original lighthouse, located on Donkin Reserve and built in 1861. The light house is a National ... more information

Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Where: Central Hill
How much (per person): On Request

If you enjoy the smooth sounds of classical music, then you should not miss the Eastern Cape Philharmonic Orchestra in action at the ... more information

Get Active at Virgin Active

Where: Greenacres
How much (per person): R101 to R200

Spend the day exercising at the Virgin Active Gym in Greenacres, Port Elizabeth. At the gym you can take full advantage of Aerobics ... more information

Go for a stroll in Victoria Park

Where: Walmer
How much (per person): Free

Spend a summer’s afternoon in the tranquil Victoria Park. Located along Victoria Park Drive, next to the Victoria Park Primary and High ... more information

Have fun at King's Beach

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): Free

King’s Beach is a magnificent 1,6 km wide expanse of golden sand extending from the harbour wall to Humewood. King's beach is ideal for ... more information

Mannville Open-air Theatre

Where: St Georges Park
How much (per person): On Request

Every year the Port Elizabeth Shakespearean Festival stages an open-air production of one of the works of William Shakespeare, at the ... more information

McArthur Baths Swimming Pool Complex

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): Free

The McArthur Baths Swimming Pool Complex, ideally situated along King’s Beach Promenade adjoining onto Kings Beach, is now an excellent ... more information

Nelson Mandela Art Museum

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum (formerly the King George VI Art Gallery) was opened on 22 June 1956 and renamed in December ... more information

No 7 Castle Hill

Where: Central Hill
How much (per person): R1 to R100

No 7 Castle Hill was completed in 1830 and is now regarded as one of the oldest surviving settler cottages in Port Elizabeth. The ... more information

Paintball Heaven

Where: Walmer
How much (per person): R1 to R100

Run off some energy playing paintball. Paintball Heaven provides a platform for a fantastic fun-filled adventure. We cater for anyone who ... more information

Play Chess at Happy Valley

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): Free

Happy Valley, with its gentle lawns, lily ponds, and beautiful gardens, is short walk-away from Humewood Beach - one of Port Elizabeth's ... more information

Port Elizabeth Museum at Bayworld

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): R1 to R100

The Port Elizabeth Museum, which blends cultural with natural history, is the third oldest in South Africa. Housed in a large, three-storey ... more information

Ron Belling Art Gallery

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): R1 to R100

Ron Belling (1933 - 1998) was a Port Elizabeth architect, aviation and marine painter, and an authority on aviation history, aircraft ... more information

Save a Pet Boot Sale

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): On Request

The Save a Pet Boot Sale is held every first Saturday of each month in the car park of The Elephant Walk Restaurant at Cow's Corner, ... more information

Scuba Dive Bell Buoy Reef

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

For certified scuba divers, there are a wide range of dive spots around Port Elizabeth. Try Bell Buoy; a large reef which covers almost 5 ... more information

Seaview Lion Park

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): R1 to R100

The Park boasts in excess of forty species of wildlife. Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Impala, Duiker and Monkeys roam free. Crocodile, Rock ... more information

Sun & Fun at Hobie Beach

Where: Summerstrand
How much (per person): Free

The popular Hobie Beach, in the vicinity of Shark Rock Pier and the Boardwalk, is the venue for the annual Splash Festival, beach ... more information

Sundowners at Finnezz

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): R1 to R100

Enjoy sundowners at Finnezz Restaurant and Cocktail Café. With a sophisticated, yet relaxed atmosphere Finnezz offers an extensive ... more information

The Island Nature Reserve

Where: Seaview
How much (per person): On Request

Spend the day at The Island Nature Reserve. The reserve is located approximately 25 km from Port Elizabeth and accessed via the Seaview ... more information

The Port Elizabeth Apple Express

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): On Request

The Port Elizabeth Apple Express has since inception in 1903 contributed much to the national heritage, family memories and milestones of ... more information

Try your Luck at The Boardwalk Casino

Where: Summerstrand
How much (per person): On Request

The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World is a complete entertainment destination located on the Port Elizabeth Beach front in the ... more information

Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve

Where: Van Stadens, Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

Enjoy a family day out at Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve. This is a 500 hectare floral wonderland reserve and is located 35km from Port ... more information

Visit Fort Frederick

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

The Fort, which is located along Belmont Terrace, Central, is a stone fort built in 1799 by the British Forces to defend the mouth of the ... more information

Visit No 7 Castle Hill

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): On Request

Situated in the city centre, No 7 Castle Hill is a Victorian house museum dating back to 1827. The house is a declared National Monument. ... more information

Visit Reptile World at the Boma

Where: Lovemore Heights
How much (per person): On Request

Elegant Owls and a very curious Hornbill welcome you to this exquisite sanctuary for an opportunity to view up close these, and other ... more information

Visit the Horse Memorial

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

Visit the Horse Memorial on the corner of Russel and Cape Road. The Memorial commemorates all those horses that fell serving their masters ... more information

Visit the South African Airforce Museum

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Donations appreciated

The Port Elizabeth Branch of the South African Air Force Museum is located on the southern side of the Port Elizabeth Airport. The Museum ... more information

Visit the St Croix Motor Museum

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

If you are interested in vintage and classic vehicles, then pay a visit to the St. Croix Motor Museum on Mowbray Street in Newton Park. The ... more information

Visit The Wezandla Gallery

Where: Central Hill
How much (per person): Free to Browse

Located in 27 Baakens Street, Central and specializing in African Art, African wire and wood sculptures, woven baskets, pottery, crafts and ... more information

Volvo Telo Bakery & Cafe

Where: Richmond Hill
How much (per person): On Request

Vovo Telo began as a bakery featuring artisan breads and pastries in the historical district of Richmond Hill, Port Elizabeth in 2007. ... more information

Walk the Donkin Heritage Trail

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

Another great walk in Port Elizabeth is the Donkin Heritage Trail. This self guided walk takes you past 47 places of historical interest in ... more information

Walk the Lower Guinea Fowl Hiking Trail

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): Free

Walk the Lower Guinea Fowl Hiking Trail. The walk is a 7,5 km trail which is accessed from the 3rd Avenue dip in Newton Park, leading down ... more information

Whale Watching off the PE Coast

Where: Port Elizabeth
How much (per person): On Request

This is a full day excursion of Whale Watching off the Port Elizabeth Coast available from Afrika Unique Tours. You can view the full ... more information

Farriagers Restaurant

Where: Humewood
How much (per person): On Request

Farriagers Restaurant is found at The Kelway Hotel in Port Elizabeth and offers all patrons something they require. This is a sophisticated ... more information

Bicycle Rental and Tours

Where: Summerstrand
How much (per person): On Request

PE Bicycle Rental & Tours offers guided scenic bicycle tours along the Port Elizabeth Beach Front. Enjoy a comfortable easy ride and ... more information

The Old Cash Store

Where: Sardinia Bay
How much (per person): On Request

The Old Cash Store is a family run Port Elizabeth Country Restaurant & Pub, in a wonderful country setting in the heart of the Sardinia Bay ... more information

Visit the South End Museum

Where: South End
How much (per person): R1 to R100

South End is a suburb in Port Elizabeth which was once a cosmopolitan community. People from all walks of life lived harmoniously in the ... more information

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