About Gqeberha
Gqeberha is one of South Africa's major cities, home to around 1,050,078 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Gqeberha
1
Donkin Reserve
2
Alexandria Dune Fields
3
Tour Nelson Mandela Bay City
4
St. Augustine's Cathedral
5
South Africa Airforce Museum
6
Bayworld Kangaroo Park
7
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum
8
No 7 Castle Hill Museum
Budget travel
Free things to do in Gqeberha
St. Augustine's Cathedral
Bayworld Kangaroo Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Donkin Reserve
- Visit Alexandria Dune Fields
- Visit Tour Nelson Mandela Bay City
- Eat at Blue Waters Cafe
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit St. Augustine's Cathedral
- Visit South Africa Airforce Museum
- Visit Bayworld Kangaroo Park
- Eat at Fishmonger
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum
- Visit No 7 Castle Hill Museum
- Visit St George's Park
- Eat at Leonardo's
Where to eat
Blue Waters Cafe
Fishmonger
Leonardo's
Ocean Grill
Old Austria
The Oyster Catcher
Tiffany's
Ginger Restaurant
Where to stay
- Kings Beach Backpackers
- Lungile Backpackers
- Port Elizabeth Backpackers
- Jikeleza Lodge Backpackers
- Helichar Backpackers
Shopping
- Siyalcha Dolls
- Wezandla African Craft Traders
- The Boardwalk
- Greenacres Shopping Centre
- Walmer Park Shopping Centre
- Bay West Mall
Nightlife
- Barney's Tavarn
- Ekhaya Pub
- Ibhayi Brewery Tours
- News Cafe
- Rasoi
- Cubana - Port Elizabeth
Museums & culture
- St. Augustine's Cathedral
- South Africa Airforce Museum
- Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum
- No 7 Castle Hill Museum
In pictures
Gqeberha gallery
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