Walmer Downs, Port Elizabeth
Walmer Downs is a quiet residential suburb that is tucked away between the William Moffett Expressway and the Baakens Valley in Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape. It has wide roads, flanked by large sidewalks and tall trees that were planted generations ago. These lend the entire suburb a leafy, peaceful look and feel.
There are many homes, both old and new, as well as some fantastic townhouse complexes, a retirement home, and Aurora, a renowned medical and care facility.
Walmer Downs is situated very close to the beautiful Baakens Valley, which is an awesome spot for picnics, hiking, cycling and exploring for young and old alike. Here is a variety of birdlife in the Baakens, including the gorgeous Peacocks, whose characteristic calls echo throughout the valley.
Walmer Downs is situated conveniently between Greenacres and Walmer Park shopping centres, which are Port Elizabeth's two main malls. The Figtree Centre is also a few minutes' drive away and offers a range of restaurants (including Ocean Basket and Spur), shops and major chains (like Food Lover's Market). Nearby residential neighbourhoods include Lorraine, Newton Park and Walmer.
The airport is only 15 minutes away, while the stunning beaches that attract throngs of tourists to Nelson Mandela Bay every year are about 20 minutes' drive away.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Whistlewood Guest House
Whistlewood Guest House is delightful historic small guest house in Walmer, Port Elizabeth. It's blessed with high ceilings, stained glass window...
Apartment by the Sea on Marine Drive
Apartment By The Sea is located in the coastal village of Summerstrand, directly opposite one of Port Elizabeth's most renowned surfing beaches. ...
Summer House
The Summer House offers holiday accommodation in Sea View for up to ten guests in four bedrooms, with an enclosed garden and close to the beach. ...
4 Boutique Beach House
4 Boutique Beach House suites each have their own entrance and outdoor seating area and have full access to the in-house facilities and swimming ...
Kragga Kamma B&B
Kragga Kamma B&B is located in leafy Sunridge Park on Kragga Kamma Road. The bed and breakfast offers secure and safe accommodation in a quiet ga...
Gecko Units
Gecko Units provide accommodation in Bluewater Bay to both holidaymakers and business guests, also suitable for larger groups wishing to book acc...
19 On Hurd
19 On Hurd provides comfortable and well-appointed accommodation in Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, making it an excellent choice for families, grou...
Imprints Apartment at the Beach
Located just 100 meters from the pristine shores, Imprints Apartment at the Beach offers comfortable self-catering accommodation for up to four g...
Jenvey House
Jenvey House offers beautiful Port Elizabeth self catering apartments catering for all accommodation needs. The property sports beautiful gardens...
Things to do in the area
Penguin Patrol with Raggy Charters
African penguins are an endangered species, having suffered major declines in numbers in the last decade. But, the largest breeding colony of the...
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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