Walmer Heights, Port Elizabeth
As its name implies, Walmer Heights is a suburb that verges on the upper end of Walmer in Port Elizabeth. It lies on Buffelsfontein Road and it is neighbour to the suburb of Miramar.
This suburb is home to an abundance of beautiful luxury homes with massive, manicured gardens, as well as stylish complexes and family homes. The residents are a mixture of young and old, couples and large families; creating a homely, welcoming ambience.
Its prime location makes Walmer Heights the ideal place in which to stay during your time in Port Elizabeth. There are several shopping complexes and malls within a five to eight kilometre radius; including Walmer Park, Moffett on Main, Fig Tree and Kings Court. There is also a host of restaurants, coffee shops, night clubs and pubs within the immediate or very close vicinity of Walmer Heights.
The airport is only about a 10-minute drive away from Walmer Heights. In addition, Kings Beach, Pollock Beach, Hobie Beach and the fun-filled waterfront area is about 15 to 20 minutes’ drive. These beaches are glorious, and thousands of people flock to them every summer to enjoy the warm Indian Ocean waters and the safe swimming conditions.
Walmer Heights continues to be one of Port Elizabeth’s prettier suburbs and is a great base from which to enjoy the Friendly City.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Walmer Heights Guest House
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Things to do in the area
Penguin Patrol with Raggy Charters
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Noteworthy attractions
Donkin Heritage Trail
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Fort Frederick
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St Georges Park Cricket Ground
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Humewood Golf Club
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Bayworld Museum Complex
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Eastern Cape Beaches
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Port Elizabeth Golf Club
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Walmer Country Club - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
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Cape Recife Nature Reserve
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