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Things To Do in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

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Is Port Elizabeth boring? Is it fun? How do people relax in their free time? From playing and watching live sports to listening to live music to volunteering, here's what 38 local experts had to say about things to do in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.

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Port Elizabeth is one of the smaller cities in South Africa, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in heart. Its is a lively little city that is well known for the friendly locals, exciting places and fun activities. Experience everything from beautiful beaches to world class malls. Being a smaller city also means everything is right within your reach. What a great place to call home.

Port Elizabeth, nicknamed ‘The Friendly/Windy city’ is a beautiful place. It has a beautiful beach that a lot of tourists love to visit. Near the beach, there is a popular entertainment area known as the Boardwalk. A lot of people go to the Boardwalk for various reasons such as, playing video games, watching movies in the cinema or even spend time in the casino.

It is a friendly city and offers a lot of opportunities. There are various tourist attractions such as museums and the beach. People residing in the city are mainly of Xhosa origin however a lot of languages are spoken and understood.

Nolubabalo, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a city in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province. It is well known for its beautiful and 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.

Bogadi, says: 2020

It is named after the late president Nelson Mandela. It is quiet city with a lot of beautiful places to visit. It also has one of the top universities in the country. People who visit the city get to enjoy it’s beautiful beach views, world class hotels, landmarks and restaurants.

Cornelius, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is known as the Windy City. It is a coastal city with many tourists attractions such as the Addo Elephant Park and Bayworld. In Port Elizabeth usually referred to as PE or IBhayi by locals we have a rich historic background that can be seen in multiple landmarks all throughout the city.

Remofilwe, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is located near the seashores of the eastern parts of South Africa. The weather may be inconsistent at times, but it remains a beautiful city, regardless. On an annual basis, Port Elizabeth receives over a dozen tourists from all around the world. Port Elizabeth is also known for being the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro.

Thulisile, says: 2020

The weather is usually very windy and the temperature changes two to three times a day in an unpredictable manner. The people are very friendly though, anyone who enjoys socializing would have a great time living here. You could visit the beach and The Boardwalk, which is one of the main tourist attraction sites here.

Rialda, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is one of the big cities in the Eastern Cape province. It offers a wide range of fun activities to do either as a lone traveller or as one travelling in a group. The city has 3 big malls where one can enjoy shopping, watching movies at the cinemas or go ice skating. There is also the Boardwalk, which offers amazing restaurants and a casino. The city also has an aquarium just a few blocks away from the Boardwalk.

Lorraine, says: 2020

It is quite a windy city and has abrupt weather changes throughout the day, but the people are friendly. It is termed both the friendly/windy city. It has played host to the international Ironman triathlon and contains a variety of tourist places like the Addo Elephant Park.

Find a beach where they can relax. There are also some very nice and upmarket hotel close to the beach, they have great services, including places for children to play and enjoy themselves while they are on holiday and enjoying themselves. Some nice hiking mountains. There are very beautiful heritage sites.

Reabetsoe, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a city rich of heritage and culture. From the history of the old city buildings to the vibrant people residing in it. It is known as the Windy City due to the usually windy days we have. PE (Port Elizabeth), is a coastal city with lots of activities and also boasts the Nelson Mandela University which was named in honour of our first black president, Mr Nelson Mandela. You’ll never find yourself running out of things to do!

Carilyne, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a windy city, you probably need to carry a jacket with you at all times. It has many beautiful tourist sites that showcase the deep roots of South African history. The residents are very friendly and diverse. You will be greeted with a smile when you walk past somebody.

Kaylin, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a very friendly city with many tourist attractions along the Nelson Mandela Bay coastal area. It is a very safe and vibrant city full of events waiting to be explored. Its is also home to some of the best restaurants in the country and the oldest public library in South Africa.

Bokamoso, says: 2020

The city is right on the coast which is amplified by the beauty of the surrounding townships that prove to be the heart of the city. The culture represented by the townships is what mostly draw tourists to our friendly city. Port Elizabeth is also the city of dreams for those who are from the Eastern Cape.

Port Elizabeth is a beautiful city, along the shores of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. The city is littered with beautiful restaurants, all across the city. The city is also filled with the friendliest people in South Africa, from the smiles you get walking along the streets, to the help you receive when you find yourself lost. The city’s main attraction to a lot of it’s tourist is the beautiful and majestic beach.

Melania, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a coastal city. Property in Port Elizabeth is very affordable. We don’t have a public transport system, you would therefore need to invest in getting your own vehicle. Port Elizabeth is known to be the friendly city as well as the windy city. There are endless sporting opportunities, particularly in water sports. Port Elizabeth is located in the Eastern Cape, surrounded by wonderful game reserves.

Georgina, says: 2020

This a windy city, it is known for its numerous beaches like Hobbie beach which is the most famous beach here, so they better bring their swimming costumes. The most spoken languages are English, Afrikaans and IsiXhosa. We also have Nelson Mandela University which is situated in Summerstrand.

Melokuhle, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a relatively small town in the eastern parts of South Africa. It is known for its windy weather, amazing beaches as well as wildlife attractions such as Addo Elephant Park. The city also boasts a number of historic museums which are mostly located between Central and Richmond Hill.

Someone considering moving to my city should know that Port Elizabeth is a big city with different dwelling areas. These range from township, semi-suburb and suburb areas. In addition, there are three main malls for one to do their shopping and public transport is easily available. Port Elizabeth has a number of beaches, resorts, spas and outdoor activities for relaxation and unwinding.

Port Elizabeth is known for its beautiful beaches. Shark cage diving is also one of the main tourist attractions in the city. Nelson Mandela University is the biggest university in the city. Port Elizabeth is considered as one of the windiest cities to visit in South Africa.

Kundla, says: 2020

If one is considering moving to Port Elizabeth, they should always be prepared for the different weather confusions. You can leave your house wearing a jacket and come back holding the jacket. You can never be certain, you leave and it’s a hot day and come back and it’s raining. The city is a big and windy place with many activities. It is a diverse city, where one can expect different cultures and languages and have fun exploring them. The beach is one of the main places that attracts your attention and the one place where most people go to have fun. There is so much more to explore in Port Elizabeth, telling someone is never enough. They should experience the beauty of it themselves.

Port Elizabeth is such a wonderful place with beautiful holiday destinations. Take for example Summerstrand Beach where one can bask in the sun or maybe surf. The environment helps one relax; it is definitely the best place for family vacations. One place I would definitely recommend for any visitor would be the boardwalk where there are all sorts of fun activities to do including legal gambling, car racing, food tasting, etc. By the King’s Beach there are artists selling quality artifacts.

Palesa, says: 2020

My city is a coastal city with many beautiful beaches. What make it unique is the friendly people and the beautiful weather.There is also a lot of beautiful hiking spots for those who love nature.A few minutes away from my city is a National elephant park where you can experience the wildlife.

Delisile, says: 2020

Someone who is moving to my city, Port Elizabeth should know that destinations are no further that 30 minutes away from one another. There is a lovely beachfront where you can find the Boardwalk as well as appetising restaurants to eat at. The area called “Summerstrand” is famously known as a student rich area due to the university being situated in that area.

Cynthia, says: 2020

The city is filled with a graceful nature of humility and sheer excellence – from the people to the vibrant tourist destinations. In terms of day to day living, stores and work places are found at a close proximity where one would say that it’s convenient beyond measure. Accommodation for students or workers is affordable and versatile.

Kefilwe, says: 2020

My city is very cold, therefore a person interested in moving to my city must be used to cold weather. The crime is high, you must be always careful and do not ask directions from strangers. We have the beach close to a tourist attraction mall. People in my city are very rude sometimes, so be prepared for that.

Reunert, says: 2020

Fondly known across the country as the Friendly City, Port Elizabeth is a beautiful, coastal city that is home to almost one million people who understand the value of kindness and community. Also commonly referred the as the Windy City, tourists are often blown away by the weather which has been known to change to all four seasons during various times of the day.

Muhammed, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is one of South Africa’s biggest tourist attractions, due to its beautiful beaches. I think we have the friendliest people in South Africa, always smiling faces. Places to check out just to name a few are The Boardwalk, which has a casino for adults and Baywest Mall, which has a variety of entertainment for kids, like ice-skating.

Palesa, says: 2020

My city is very small and beautiful, most of the time my city is very windy. People in my city are very friendly, and they all speak the same language called Isixhosa. The weather in my city is very warm and sunny. People in my city love to swim during summer days.

Shafeeq, says: 2020

My city is a very friendly city with friendly people. The weather is always sunny and bright. In summer we always go to the beach to have fun and there is no high crime. There are nice restaurants, night clubs to go to and have fun.

Mfanafuthi, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is known as The Friendly City, although it really should be The Windy City. It has perfect weather for watersports, as is evidenced by the annual Ironman and Corporate Ironman tournaments. Surfers can be seen along the pristine Blue Flag beaches daily, regardless of the weather. This laid-back coastal city also has a rich history dating back to the 1820 Settlers, and is also home to the famous Donkin fort, of which the cannon has never fired a shot.

Fezekile, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a beautiful city with many activities to enjoy. We have many restaurants, cute little shops and many cultural and historical sites. We have a lot of friendly faces willing to help travelers. We are also known as the windy city, due to our extreme weather.

Nomvuselelo, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is a beautiful city which is on the south east coast of South Africa. It is also named Nelson Mandela Bay and is known for its windy weather and friendly citizens, thus known as “The windy city” or “The friendly city”. It is surrounded by beautiful blue-flag white sandy beaches and malaria-free game reserves, making it a popular tourist destination.

Port Elizabeth is small city also known as Nelson Mandela Bay. Port Elizabeth has a lot to offer: world-renowned blue flag beaches, amazing hiking trails, and many wildlife reserves within a short drive. We have a laid back way of life and you will smell the smoke of our braais (similar to a BBQ) on a Sunday afternoon.

Regomoditswe, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is on the gateway to the Garden Route en route to Cape Town. It is a sixty minute drive from the Addo Elephant Park. It is also a coastal city and offers a wealth of opportunities for enjoyment to nature lovers. Port Elizabeth has all the facilities of the huge cities as far as schools and entertainment goes while retaining a small town personal feel.

Yasmin, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is an amazing city. It has some of the most amazing beaches in our country as well many Historical Monuments and Museums. We also have many Nature Reserves and Game Parks which one can visit and are within easy reach of the city centre. Port Elizabeth also has many shopping centres and restaurants.

Lindokuhle, says: 2020

Port Elizabeth is an excellent city to raise children in. The city is safe, clean and very friendly. We also have excellent schools, both private and public. Port Elizabeth has clean beaches with excellent facilities nearby for the shopping enthusiast. there are nice neighborhoods where residents can walk their dogs in peace.

Lelodwa, says: 2020
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