What to do and see in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: The Best Free Things to do

June 26, 2021 Lean Nau

Port Elizabeth or The Bay (Xhosa: iBhayi; Afrikaans: Die Baai [di ˈbɑːi]) is one of the largest cities in South Africa; it is situated in the Eastern Cape Province, 770 km (478 mi) east of Cape Town. The city, often shortened to PE and nicknamed "The Friendly City" or "The Windy City", stretches for 16 km along Algoa Bay, and is one of the major seaports in South Africa. Port Elizabeth is the southernmost large city on the African continent, just farther south than Cape Town.
Restaurants in Port Elizabeth

30 Park Drive, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa +27 41 586 3973 http://www.gfiartgallery.com/
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Ron Belling Art Gallery

2. Mastertons Coffee and Tea Specialists

92 Main Road Between 7th and 8th Avenues, Walmer, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa +27 41 585 4044 [email protected] http://mastertonscoffee.co.za/
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Mastertons Coffee and Tea Specialists

South Africa's oldest operating coffee roastery, first opened in Port Elizabeth in 1924 by Ronald "Jock" Masterton. 95 years and three generations on, this family run business still serves the Port Elizabeth and greater Nelson Mandela Bay communities today, while also supplying coffee to top end grocers, retailers, hotels, restaurants, coffee shops and coffee loving individuals across South Africa. Now situated at 92 Main Road, Walmer in Port Elizabeth, the boutique coffee roastery is a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Be sure to pop in and enjoy an amazing flat white, Americano or just about any coffee drink you can imagine while your freshly roasted coffee beans are prepared for you to take home.

3. Dockside Brewery

4 Rogaly Street Northend, Port Elizabeth 6065 South Africa +27 83 273 7505 [email protected] http://www.docksidebrewery.co.za
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Dockside Brewery

Micro Brewery offering exclusive beers for the adventurous and well informed beer drinker. Our range of products is vast and interesting, from craft sodas to 2 year old barrel aged sour beers. Our taproom is open daily during the week. Our factory shop stocks a good selection of our beers. We also stock memorabilia and gifts along with many beer related products that we produce in addition to beer. Our most famous beers are Bad Attitude - a highly hopped yet extremely well balanced American style IPA and Blood, Sweat & Tears - a black Belgian Saison that is brewed with sherry and raisins. Our tours range from a simple tasting of 45 minutes to an actual small batch brew and braai (BBQ) which lasts 5 hours. We will expose you to our more carefree and artistic way of brewing and introduce you to the great South African tradition of braaing. We prefer smaller groups, no more than 10, in order to provide personal attention a memorable experience. Booking is essential.

4. Hand In Hand Visual Art Studio

85 Ingwe Street 28 Towpath, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa +27 72 681 3212 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Hand-in-Hand-visual-art-studio-1632119953750521/
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Hand In Hand Visual Art Studio

Hand in Hand Visual Art Studio's is an art studio with gallery space. Located in the Motherwell Township in the Nelson Mandela Metropolis owned by Sakhumzi and Msindisi Nyendwana. Enjoy a township walk before entering the Art Studio and Artist home of the Hand in Hand Brothers. Bring a snack or better arranged support a local vendor who will provide you with a local favorite snack. The Studio is currently converting for new collaborative business and your support brings us closer to our goal.

Reviewed By Patpv - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

We so enjoyed our tour given by local artist and inspiration, Sakumzi. What he and his brother are doing in their community is inspiring...teaching the local youth about art through expression is something to see. They are making a difference and their art (which is for sale) is just as impressive.

5. Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve

Off the N2, Port Elizabeth South Africa +27 41 956 0155 [email protected] http://www.vanstadens.co.za
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Van Stadens Wild Flower Reserve

Reviewed By CaroW45

I was pleasantly surprised by the beauty of the flowers in the reserve. The Proteas were magnificent

6. Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial

King Georges Street, Port Elizabeth 6211 South Africa
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Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial

7. The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin

The Bay, Port Elizabeth South Africa +27 41 585 3047
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The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin

8. Sardinia Bay Beach

Sardinia Bay Road Schoenmakerskop, Port Elizabeth 6070 South Africa
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Sardinia Bay Beach

Reviewed By flightguru2017 - Nantwich, United Kingdom

This is a fantastic location to spend a day away from the rat race. The beach is nice and secluded with loads of rocky areas for the kids to climb. The water is clear and great for snorkeling and swimming

9. Horse Memorial

Corner of Russell and Cape Roads, Port Elizabeth 6001 South Africa +27 41 582 2575 https://www.nmbt.co.za/listing/horse_memorial.html
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Horse Memorial

Reviewed By I1429WEroberts

If you are visiting Port Elizabeth this is one feature that you should not miss. A part of SA history.

10. Hobie Beach

Port Elizabeth South Africa +27 41 582 2575 https://www.nmbt.co.za/listing/hobie_beach.html
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Hobie Beach

Reviewed By 382raissap

Beautiful beach!One of the many free things to do in PE!Kids love the water. It's shallow for quite a distance and allows for kids to safely play in the waves

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