North End, Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth has a number of older suburbs that contribute to the character and identity of the Friendly City. North End was once a completely residential area, nestled between the sea and the North End Lake. Today, these old homes remain and are still inhabited, but share the suburb with many factories, offices and warehouses.
North End was revamped to some extent for the 2010 FIFA World Camp™, thanks to its being the location of the new soccer stadium, built specifically for this event. In 2010, millions arrived in South Africa to watch the games, and Port Elizabeth's stadium was one of the proud hosts. It was designed and engineered to symbolise the national flower, the protea, and continues to host important sporting and entertainment events.
The stadium overlooks the North End Lake, which is a beautiful oasis amidst the industrial vibe. The verdant banks of this lake are ideal for picnics, and locals and visitors alike frequently come here to fish.
North End is centrally situated, close to the beaches, the shopping centres, and the many tourist attractions of Nelson Mandela Bay. One only has to travel 10 minutes in various directions to reach a number of these, and about 15 minutes to access the airport.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Forest Cottage at Chelsea Manor
Forest Cottage is located at Chelsea Manor, surrounded by nature and an abundance of birdlife, guaranteeing a special stay. Enjoying beautiful fo...
Buckingham Place Guest House
Located in Mount Croix, Buckingham Place Guest House is a charming and tastefully restored Edwardian house offering B&B and self catering accommo...
Summer Blue Guesthouse
Summer Blue Guesthouse is located in the up-market suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth only 4 kms from the airport and 1˝ kms from the beach...
Bluewater Guest House
Bluewater Guest House is situated 180m from the beach and offers accommodation in 6 en-suite guest rooms, including a family room which sleeps 4 ...
Humerail Bed & Breakfast
Humerail Bed and Breakfast offers elegant accommodation in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. It is ideal for business and pleasure, perfectly situa...
Sunnyside Guesthouse
Sunnyside Guest Suites is ideally located in Parsons Hill, in the Greenacres area, which is in the centre of Port Elizabeth, and just a few minut...
Aquadel Accommodation
Situated in the seaside suburb of Bluewater Bay, Aquadel Accommodation is just a five minute walk from safe, clean beaches and is also close to a...
Summerseas Ocean Apartment
Summerseas Ocean Apartment is a 2-bedroom self-catering apartment situated in a secure complex on the beachfront in Summerstrand. Situated on the...
Things to do in the area
North End Lake
The North End Lake is a beautiful oasis in the middle of a residential and industrial suburb of North End. This lake is also known as the Linden ...
Noteworthy attractions
Donkin Heritage Trail
The Donkin Heritage Trail is named after the Acting Governor of the Cape Colony at the time, Sir Rufane Donkin. South Africans are well acquainte...
Fort Frederick
Like many national monuments, Fort Frederick first appears as little more than a few brick walls, albeit old walls that seem to hold little signi...
St Georges Park Cricket Ground
The oldest park in Port Elizabeth and the site of the second oldest cricket club in the country, St George's Park lies in the heart of Port Eliza...
Humewood Golf Club
One of South Africa's top-rated golf clubs, Humewood is a true Links course which has hosted numerous PGA events, including the South African Ope...
Bayworld Museum Complex
The Main Museum of Bayworld blends cultural and natural history. Embark on an exciting journey through time and through the fascinating world aro...
Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world's best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble o...
Port Elizabeth Golf Club
Port Elizabeth Golf Club, which is commonly known as "The Hill", was founded in 1890 and is one of South Africa's oldest golf clubs. Today the pl...
Walmer Country Club - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Walmer Country Club with its warm and friendly atmosphere, is 54 years old. It has grown from strength to strength and has over 550 members. Walm...
Cape Recife Nature Reserve
Cape Recife Nature Reserve is one of the best bird-watching locations in Port Elizabeth. The Cape Recife Nature Reserve offers beautiful beach, n...
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