Port Elizabeth Central Travel Guide

Gqeberha

A cityscape with a prominent building, a road, and a grassy area with rocks.
A historic building with a statue in front, labeled "Public Library."
A glass-domed conservatory with wooden flooring, blue and white columns, and a central fountain.
A lighthouse with a white tower and a red top, a small attached building with a dark door, and a brick-paved area in front.
A flagpole with the South African flag, surrounded by a plaza with a mosaic, buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Port Elizabeth Central attractions

A clock tower with a weather vane on top, set against a clear blue sky.

Market Square

8.0/10 (30 reviews)
Take a walk around this lively city center square to discover the fascinating architectural heritage and historical monuments of Port Elizabeth.
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Things to do

Guided drive with White Rhino

2hr Guided Game Drive at 10h00; Kragga Kamma Game Park Ticket

฿2,007
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2hr Guided Game Drive at 10h00; Kragga Kamma Game Park Ticket
Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour

Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour

฿1,971
per adult
Guided Port Elizabeth Coastal Tour
Kragga Kamma Game Park

Kragga Kamma Game Drive and Scenic Coastal Tour in Port Elizabeth

฿4,053
per adult
Kragga Kamma Game Drive and Scenic Coastal Tour in Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth City Tour

Port Elizabeth City Tour

฿2,028
per adult
Port Elizabeth City Tour
3-Hour Private Beachfront Tuk-Tuk Tour in Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth Adventure: Tuk-Tuk, Penguins, & Cape Recife

฿4,420
per adult
Port Elizabeth Adventure: Tuk-Tuk, Penguins, & Cape Recife
Kragga Kamma Game Park

Kragga Kamma Game Park

฿4,055
per adult
Kragga Kamma Game Park
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Top hotels in Port Elizabeth Central

Steps Guest House

Steps Guest House

3 out of 5
22 Mackay St Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
The price is ฿664 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿664
฿664 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Horse Memorial ...
5.4/10 (6 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Steps Guest House
Monument Park Lane

Monument Park Lane

3 out of 5
22 Park Lane, St Georges Gqeberha Eastern Cape
The price is ฿794 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿794
฿913 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial and St George's ...
7.4/10 Good! (28 reviews)
"I totally enjoyed my stay there, beautiful clean place with friendly people, by april i wl be ther again, tjs time i wl book a room with bathroom inside no shering bathroom, i like the place also is next to kfc, and spar"

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Monument Park Lane
The Monument Guesthouse

The Monument Guesthouse

3 out of 5
2 Roseberry Avenue Gqeberha Eastern Cape
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Prince Alfred's Guard Memorial and St George's ...
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The Monument Guesthouse
Freedom Media Guest House

Freedom Media Guest House

2.5 out of 5
5 SOMERSET STREET Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Horse Memorial and No 7 Castle Hill Museum are located nearby.
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Freedom Media Guest House
Kingsworth Inn - Port Elizabeth

Kingsworth Inn - Port Elizabeth

3 out of 5
57A Campbell Street Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions No 7 Castle Hill Museum and Horse Memorial are ...
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Kingsworth Inn - Port Elizabeth
4 Callington guest house

4 Callington guest house

3.5 out of 5
4 Callington St Gqeberha Eastern Cape
The price is ฿1,122 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿1,122
฿1,291 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Gqeberha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Horse Memorial and No 7 Castle Hill Museum ...
4 Callington guest house
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Where to stay in Port Elizabeth Central

Find the best Port Elizabeth Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it.

Summerstrand

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Summerstrand. A stop by The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World or Hobie Beach might round out your trip.

Zebras grazing on a grassy hillside with sparse vegetation and a few small bushes.

Walmer

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Walmer and surrounding area, you can visit St. George's Cricket Ground and Walmer Park Shopping Centre.

A coastal town with a prominent hotel, a pier, and a beach.

Humewood

Waterfront views and beaches are notable features of Humewood. You might consider stopping by South End Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Newton Park

While visiting Newton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Newton Park Swimming Pool and Port Elizabeth Golf Shop.

New Brighton

New Brighton might not have many top sights, but Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and Newton Park Swimming Pool are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Port Elizabeth Central Travel Guide