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Port Elizabeth Travel Guide
Places to visit, things to do, local food and the best time to go – Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.
- Best time: May To September
- 9 places to see
About Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth is a city on Algoa Bay in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province. A major port, it's also known for its numerous beaches. The Donkin Heritage Trail takes in the Old Hill neighbourhood's Victorian landmarks. Coastal boat tours spot whales and rare seabirds, while wildlife reserves outside the metropolitan area are home to elephants, rhinos and other big game.
Places to visit in Port Elizabeth
- Addo Elephant National Park
- The Boardwalk
- Kragga Kamma Game Park
- Route 67
- The Donkin Reserve
- South African Marine Rehabilitation and Education Centre
- Cape Recife Nature Reserve
- Van Stadens Wildflower Reserve
- South End Museum
Things to do in Port Elizabeth
- Fresh Pastries at Grass Roof Farm
- Cheer at Nelson Mandela Stadium
- Free Tour of the Volkswagen Auto Pavilion
- Take a Horse Ride in the Sardinia Bay Nature Reserve
- Rhinos at Kragga Kamma
- Visit the Algoasaurus at Bayworld
- Visit the original Vovo Telo
- Explore Van Staden’s Flower Reserve For FREE
Famous food in Port Elizabeth
- Hot tapas
- Salads
- Pizzas
- Pastas
- Seafood
Things to buy in Port Elizabeth
- Chic décor stores
- Clothing stores
- Indoor entertainment
Where to shop in Port Elizabeth
- Floradale Nurseries & The Rose Garden Coffee Shop
- Walmer Park Shopping Centr
- Greenacres Shopping Centre
- Moffett on Main Lifestyle Centre
- 9th Avenue Shopping Centre
- Baywest Mall
Night life
- News Cafe
- Barney’s
- Stage 7
- Aqua
