Port Elizabeth 🇿🇦 | The Final Stop on the Garden Route

Port Elizabeth (PE), South Africa's fourth-largest city, is a coastal hub with a working harbor. While the city itself isn't packed with attractions, it's the perfect final stop on the Garden Route before heading to Johannesburg. 🚗🌿 Things to Do 💖 ✅ Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum 🖼️ A free art museum featuring works by local Port Elizabeth artists. The collection isn’t huge, but the variety in styles is interesting. Worth a quick visit if you're nearby—just stay alert, as the area can be a bit sketchy. ⚠️ ✅ Addo Elephant National Park 🐘🌍 Best explored by self-drive! Located 43km from the city, solo travelers can join tours, but they’re not the most budget-friendly. If you can, rent a car for the full experience! 🚙💨 Transportation 🚌 Plettenberg Bay → PE Booked an Intercape bus ticket (R350 / ¥140). Boarding point: Shell gas station on N2 Highway (1.5km from town). Scheduled for 4:30 PM, but arrived at 5:30 PM (typical Africa time! ⏳). 4-hour ride, arrived at PE Intercape Terminal (336 Cape Rd) at 9:30 PM. Uber to city center: 7km / R70 (~¥28). Easy and safe! 🚖 Accommodation 🏡 18 On Sherlock R450 (~¥180) for a spacious double room with private bathroom, TV, and mini-fridge. Newly renovated, clean, and cozy! 500m walk to restaurant areas, harbor view from the hilltop. Safe neighborhood! 👍 Food & Drinks 🥘☕ 📍 Groundfloor Café Outdoor seating, great for coffee! ☕ Large cappuccino: R38 (~¥15) Banana caramel South African pancake: R38 – a must-try! 🥞 📍 Izakaya Arata 🍜 Japanese-inspired spot with ramen & sushi. Pork neck ramen: R116 (~¥46) – noodles were a bit soft, broth not super authentic, but hits the spot if you're craving Asian flavors! 🍣 #AfricaTravel #SouthAfrica #ExplorePortElizabeth ✈️🌍🐘