History Museum
Where? Grahamstown
The History Museum originally focused only on the contribution of the 1820 British Settlers and their descendents but it now is all encompassing and includes history of the people who live or have lived in the ...
International Library of African Music
Where? Grahamstown
The International Library of African Music, fondly known as ILAM, was established in 1964 and is a researching, publishing and teaching centre for African traditional music.
It is not strictly a museum but ...
Lower Blindekloof Hike
Where? Groendal Wilderness
Start: Groendal Wilderness office
Finish: Groendal Wilderness office
Duration: 11 km (roughly), a circular hike
Fitness: relatively fit; the hike is not difficult, but some experience of hiking is ...
Mosslands Two River Trail
Where? Grahamstown
Start: Mosslands Farm just outside Grahamstown
Finish: Mosslands farm
Duration: two days, 25 km, circular route
Fitness: moderate, not challenging and perfect for those after a good amount of shade
Our ...
Observatory Museum
Where? Grahamstown
If you only have time to visit one museum on your visit to Grahamstown then the Observatory Museum as it is a unique museum which celebrates the beginning of the diamond industry in South Africa.
The ...
Gung-ho Paintball
Where? Grahamstown
Gung-ho Paintball takes groups on an action-packed 3 hours of paintball fun. With a speedball field and a 1.4 hectare bush field complete with trenches, tree house, bridges and rivers, Gung-ho Paintball covers ...
Haricots Deli & Bistro
Where? Grahamstown
The emphasis is on food at Haricots is simple, delicious and of very high quality and the wine list is one of the most comprehensive and discerning in Grahamstown.
Situated at The French Quarter in New ...
Oldest Official Letterbox in South Africa
Where? Grahamstown
When was the last time you posted a letter or send a postcard? In today’s world it is all electronic and instant, but one can’t forget the excitement of receiving mail from the post office, be it a birthday ...
Albany Museum Complex
Where? Grahamstown
Established 1855, the Albany Museum Complex comprises five museums and is the second oldest museum in South Africa. The Museum Complex has an Education Department which provides resources and educational ...
Boschberg MTB Trails
Where? Somerset East
The Eastern Cape remains the quietest and least developed of all South African provinces. However, it offers visitors plenty in the way of things to do and see, which is often best done from the saddle of a ...
National English Literary Museum
Where? Grahamstown
The National English Literary Museum gives us the opportunity to promote reading and encourage appreciated of all forms of creative South African literature that is written in English. The museum began in 1972 ...
The Grahamstown Cathedral
Where? Grahamstown
The Cathedral of St Michael and St George now known as the Grahamstown Cathedral was built in the 1800’s and first opened its doors in 1830. This is not the original tower and spire the church had as the first ...
Day Safari at Amakhala Game Reserve
Where? Amakhala
Guided by experienced rangers on open Land Rovers, Amakhala Game Reserve offers a day safari aimed at providing visitors with an experience of the diverse wildlife and landscape including: The Big 5, Black ...
Addo Market
Where? Addo
The Addo Market operates on the 1st Saturday of each month from 8am to 12 in the Valentine Hall in Addo. Background music is provided by local, self taught pianist Freddie.
The market is run by the Womans ...
Zip Line with Adrenalin Addo
Where? Addo
The Addo region of the Eastern Cape is spectacular for its sprawling bushveld, high blue skies, and gorgeous weather. With Adrenalin Addo, you can enjoy it from new heights (and at new speeds), thanks to the ...