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
Field's Rest The Apartment
Field's Rest Apartment offers idyllic yet ideally located accommodation in a large apartment in Walmer, a stone's throw away from Port Elizabeth ...
Summerseas Beach House
Summerseas Beach House is a self-catering holiday apartment in Summerstrand situated in a secure complex on the beachfront. Opening to a balcony ...
Greenacres Lodge
If you are looking for a comfortable, clean guesthouse with lots of charm, Greenacres Lodge is the place to stay. We are within walking distance ...
Gecko Units
Gecko Units provide accommodation in Bluewater Bay to both holidaymakers and business guests, also suitable for larger groups wishing to book acc...
Albert Road Garden Guesthouse
Business and leisure travelers looking for quality accommodation at an affordable rate, look no further than Albert Road Garden Guesthouse in Wal...
23 On Glen Guest House
23 on Glen offers bed & breakfast accommodation in seven comfortable rooms in central Port Elizabeth. All rooms have a TV with DStv, Wi-Fi and te...
Corner House Accommodation
Corner House Accommodation is located in the suburb of Summerstrand in Port Elizabeth. This self catering accommodation offers warm hospitality, ...
King George's Guest House
King George's Guesthouse is an up market, four star-graded guest house, situated in the exclusive Millpark suburb in Port Elizabeth. Centrally lo...
Chapman Hotel & Conference Centre
The Chapman offers the traveller a blend of well-appointed accommodation and world-class cuisine situated on Brookes Hill between King's Beach, t...
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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