Guidebook for Port Elizabeth

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Penelope Anne
Guidebook for Port Elizabeth

Sightseeing

Blue Flag Beach and perfect for the family.
11 locals recommend
PE Hobie Beach parkrun
Marine Drive
11 locals recommend
Blue Flag Beach and perfect for the family.
Beautiful scenery and perfect for walks along the coastline. The drive out is also beautiful along the coast.
24 locals recommend
Schoenmakerskop
24 locals recommend
Beautiful scenery and perfect for walks along the coastline. The drive out is also beautiful along the coast.
The 3rd oldest museum in South Africa and home to several species of fish, turtles, fur seals, gannets and South Africa's 2nd largest captive population of African Blackfooted Penguins.
33 locals recommend
Bayworld
23 Beach Rd
33 locals recommend
The 3rd oldest museum in South Africa and home to several species of fish, turtles, fur seals, gannets and South Africa's 2nd largest captive population of African Blackfooted Penguins.

Parks & Nature

Explore a world of diversity and view the Big 7 (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, The Great White Shark and Southern Right Whale) as they roam (and swim) free in this National Park.
348 locals recommend
Addo Elephant National Park
348 locals recommend
Explore a world of diversity and view the Big 7 (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, The Great White Shark and Southern Right Whale) as they roam (and swim) free in this National Park.
Luxury at its best. Being a PRIVATE BIG 5 RESERVE the rangers are permitted to drive off road for the very best game viewing (and photographic) opportunities. The perfect addition to your holiday in Port Elizabeth.
26 locals recommend
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
26 locals recommend
Luxury at its best. Being a PRIVATE BIG 5 RESERVE the rangers are permitted to drive off road for the very best game viewing (and photographic) opportunities. The perfect addition to your holiday in Port Elizabeth.
SANCCOB is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO 003-134) whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds – especially endangered species like the African penguin.
27 locals recommend
SANCCOB Seabird Rehabilitation Centre
Marine Drive
27 locals recommend
SANCCOB is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO 003-134) whose primary objective is to reverse the decline of seabird populations through the rescue, rehabilitation and release of ill, injured, abandoned and oiled seabirds – especially endangered species like the African penguin.
The 366 hectare Cape Recife Nature Reserve was proclaimed in 1973. The reserve offers some of the best beaches and views within Port Elizabeth and is home to SANCCOB Port Elizabeth where one can view the rehabilitation of marine animals in particular the African Penguin.
22 locals recommend
Cape Recife Lighthouse (Est. 1851)
22 locals recommend
The 366 hectare Cape Recife Nature Reserve was proclaimed in 1973. The reserve offers some of the best beaches and views within Port Elizabeth and is home to SANCCOB Port Elizabeth where one can view the rehabilitation of marine animals in particular the African Penguin.

Drinks & Nightlife

Great location with views of the ocean and always has a fantastic vibe.
48 locals recommend
Barney's Tavern
Marine Drive
48 locals recommend
Great location with views of the ocean and always has a fantastic vibe.

Food Scene

Undoubtedly one of the best-situated restaurants in Port Elizabeth. Ideally located on the shore front with clear views of the harbour, the famous Pier as well as the most popular beaches. Open for breakfast, lunch and supper together with a superb sushi bar.
42 locals recommend
Blue Waters Café
Marine Drive
42 locals recommend
Undoubtedly one of the best-situated restaurants in Port Elizabeth. Ideally located on the shore front with clear views of the harbour, the famous Pier as well as the most popular beaches. Open for breakfast, lunch and supper together with a superb sushi bar.

Entertainment & Activities

The only licensed casino in Port Elizabeth The Boardwalk offers 24-hour entertainment with smoking and non-smoking facilities.
94 locals recommend
Boardwalk Casino
Beach Road
94 locals recommend
The only licensed casino in Port Elizabeth The Boardwalk offers 24-hour entertainment with smoking and non-smoking facilities.

Shopping

Summerstrand Village is centrally located and offers a host of shops to meet all your requirements from, food and drink to clothing, pharmacy, cellular, stationary to mention but a few.
20 locals recommend
Pick n Pay Summerstrand
8th Avenue
20 locals recommend
Summerstrand Village is centrally located and offers a host of shops to meet all your requirements from, food and drink to clothing, pharmacy, cellular, stationary to mention but a few.

Getting Around

Summerstrand is located a mere 10 minutes from the airport making it the ideal spot for holiday makers and business travelers.
46 locals recommend
Port Elizabeth International Airport
Allister Miller Drive
46 locals recommend
Summerstrand is located a mere 10 minutes from the airport making it the ideal spot for holiday makers and business travelers.