{"id":98493,"date":"2016-02-26T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-02-26T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/cool-things-to-do-in-port-elizabeth\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:53:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:53:19","slug":"cool-things-to-do-in-port-elizabeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/cool-things-to-do-in-port-elizabeth\/","title":{"rendered":"The Coolest New Things To Do In Port Elizabeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8220;every single exhibit, and every single artist, represents something powerful, new, challenging, relevant, captivating and fresh.\u201d<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">&#8211; Underculture Contemporary<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50504\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/donkin-bike-co.jpg\" alt=\"donkin bike co\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/donkinbikeco\/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\"> Donkin Bike Co. Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>SA&#8217;s friendliest city is fast becoming more than just a blip on a business traveller\u2019s radar. P.E. previously thought of as an industrial city with great beaches is rejuvenating faster than you can say &#8220;flat white&#8221;, happily without losing its trademark friendly character, creativity and energy. Inexpensive flights from Joburg and Cape Town make it an ideal long weekend destination.<\/p>\n<p>P.E. works well as a week-long destination paired with a sneaky surf trip to J-bay or as the finale to an action-packed road trip along the Garden Route. Rooftop bars, galleries, live music and food trucks take centre stage on a back drop of unbeatable beach sunsets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If artisanal isn&#8217;t your thing check out our popular guide:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/things-to-do-port-elizabeth-under-r100\/\">41 fun things to do in Port Elizabeth for free and under R150<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Seeking inspiration?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/stunning-pics-of-port-elizabeth-that-prove-its-sas-most-underrated-city\/\">Stunning pics of P.E. that prove its SA&#8217;s most underrated city<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Roof Garden Bar with an ocean view<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50510\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/roof-garden-bar.jpg\" alt=\"roof garden bar\" width=\"780\" height=\"780\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RoofGardenBarPE\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> Roof Garden Bar PE Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>P.E. has joined in the worldwide craze for rooftop bars. Climb the orange stairs to a summery open area with comfortable chairs and an unbeatable ocean view. The venue operates as a pop-up so keep an eye on their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RoofGardenBarPE\/timeline\">Facebook Page<\/a> for news of new events including concerts and cinema screenings. Food and drinks are served at the events. They&#8217;re starting small but have big plans for the future.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpbdp-field-display wpbdp-field wpbdp-field-value field-display field-value wpbdp-field-address wpbdp-field-meta wpbdp-field-type-textfield wpbdp-field-association-meta \"><span class=\"value\">33 Chapel Street, Central, Port Elizabeth<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpbdp-field-display wpbdp-field wpbdp-field-value field-display field-value wpbdp-field-business_phone_number wpbdp-field-meta wpbdp-field-type-textfield wpbdp-field-association-meta \"><span class=\"value\">Call: 0415821157<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/port-elizabeth\/flights\">Inexpensive flights to P.E.<\/a><\/h3>\n<h2>Nightriders with Donkin Bike Co.<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50505\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/donkin-bike.jpg\" alt=\"donkin bike\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/donkinbikeco\/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\"> Donkin Bike Co. Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Take on the city streets with Donkin Bike Co. and enjoy a sea breezy cycle against the backdrop of gleaming city lights. On the last Friday of every month (that&#8217;s today folks) residents and cycle enthusiasts take to their trusty wheeled steeds to explore the city in a new light. Critical Mass by Donkin Bike Co. is &#8220;open to all, and it welcomes all riders to join in a celebration of riding bicycles&#8221;. \u00a0Seeing the buildings from a different perspective can be inspiring.<\/p>\n<p>Check their Facebook Page for the latest info, today&#8217;s ride departs from opposite Beer Shack.<br \/>\nThe bike company is both repair shop and social club so be sure to look out for fun events on their roof.<\/p>\n<p>Corner of Chapel &amp; Donkin street<br \/>\nCall:\u00a0082 682 3571<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50506\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/donkin-village.jpg\" alt=\"donkin village\" width=\"780\" height=\"522\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/donkinbikeco\/?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\"> Donkin Bike Co. Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Futomaki at Fushin&#8217;s sexy new food truck<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50508\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/fushin-street-food.jpg\" alt=\"fushin food truck\" width=\"780\" height=\"655\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Fushinsushi\/?fref=ps_result\" target=\"_blank\"> Fushin Sushi Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A long-time foodie favorite in P.E. the talented people behind Fushin restaurant have introduced a moveable feast on wheels. Fushin Street Chefs food truck can be spotted at popular P.E. events serving signature tempura prawns, smoked pork steam buns, Futomaki, and Terriyaki chicken Satay as well as Green Thai Curry. Follow the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Fushinsushi\/\">Fushin Facebook page<\/a> for updates on the whereabouts of the food truck.<\/p>\n<p>For the Stanley branch call:\u00a0041 811 7874<\/p>\n<h2>Eat and be merry at the Good Night Market<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50539\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/the-goodnight-market-1.jpg\" alt=\"the goodnight market\" width=\"780\" height=\"518\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\" https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thegoodnightmarket\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> The Valley Market PE Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Held on the same premises as the Valley Market, the Good Night Market is a brand new and very welcome addition to the food scene. Live music, candle light, slow roasted pork belly on skewers, pastel macarons&#8230; there are so many reasons not to miss these Thursday night gatherings.<br \/>\nOpen to public on selected Thursday nights, 5pm-10pm<br \/>\nEntrance: R20 &#8211; all proceeds go to charity.<br \/>\nCall: 079 444 5666<br \/>\nLower Valley Road<\/p>\n<h2>Caffeine cult at Urban Espress<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50514\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/urban-express-coffee-co.png\" alt=\"urban express coffee co\" width=\"780\" height=\"634\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UrbanEspress\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> Urban Espress Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Nothing better than great coffee and a rad hang-out spot in laid-back Walmer or vibey Donkin Village. You can also take beans home. Closed on Sundays.<br \/>\n25, 6th Avenue Walmer or 23 Constitution Hill.<\/p>\n<h2>Unplugged Backyard Hangout<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50513\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/unplugged-backyard-hangout.jpg\" alt=\"unplugged backyard hangout\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\" https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Cash-Production-Videography-261698473980101\/\" target=\"_blank\"> Cash Production Videography<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This young, talented group of Port Elizabethans are shaking up the music scene with 12 hour music hangout sessions. Musicians such as the band Clique Claq (featured in the above photograph) jam the night away.<br \/>\nUnplugged Backyard Hangout are celebrating their anniversary on 4 March from 18:00 to 06:00. Tonjeni Street, Kwazakhele. R20 donation. Check their Facebook page for daily updates on upcoming events to look forward to.<br \/>\n3585 Lukwe Street, Kwazakhele, Port Elizabeth<br \/>\nCall: 084 342 9762<\/p>\n<h2>Pop up art at Underculture Contemporary<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50502\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/artec.jpg\" alt=\"artec\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ArtECPE\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> ArtEC Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You might think of the P.E. art scene as a collection of dusty still lives. This pop up art gallery is an antidote to the expected. Underculture Contemporary are committed <em>&#8220;to a single overriding idea: that every single exhibit, and every single artist, represents something powerful, new, challenging, relevant, captivating and fresh.&#8221;<\/em><br \/>\nThey take upholding artistic standards and nurturing young talent very seriously and the burgeoning P.E. art scene is a result of this and similar collectives including funding from the municipality.<\/p>\n<p>Route 67 proudly celebrates the life of Madiba and the 67 years he devoted to securing the freedom of all South Africans. Look out for the 67 steps leading up to the second largest flag in Africa. The route starts at the towering Campanile (currently closed for repairs).<\/p>\n<p>To complete this artistic triumvirate ArtEC is a non-profit organisation providing exhibition space for young, developing artists in the area.<br \/>\nUnderculture Contemporary: watch their Facebook Page for news of an upcoming exhibition.<br \/>\nArtEC &#8211; 36 Bird Street. Call: 041 585 3641<br \/>\nStart Route 67 at Latitude : -33\u00b0 57&#8242; 39.19&#8243; S | Longitude : 25\u00b0 37&#8242; 30.13&#8243; E<\/p>\n<h2>Chapel street studios where music and art meet<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50503\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/chapel-street-studios.jpg\" alt=\"chapel street studios\" width=\"780\" height=\"439\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ChapelStreetStudios\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> Chapel Street Studios Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Chapel street is PE&#8217;s answer to London&#8217;s Abbey Road Studios.\u00a0It functions as an event venue\/ art gallery\/ music emporium and hosts bands such as ubercool, PE favourite &#8211; The Sound of Umle. The price of tickets to events depend on what&#8217;s showing. Keep an eye on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ChapelStreetStudios\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chapel Street Studios Facebook Page<\/a> for upcoming gigs.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-50545\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/umle.jpg\" alt=\"the sound of umle abnd\" width=\"591\" height=\"591\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: xx-small;\">Photograph of Siphamandla Fete (left) and Siyabonga Radu courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ChapelStreetStudios\/photos_stream\" target=\"_blank\"> Chapel Street Studios Facebook Page<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>33 Chapel Street. Call\u00a0041 582 1157<\/p>\n<p>So there you have it. There&#8217;s way more to P.E. than gorgeous beaches and business deals. P.E. locals know how to live the good life with a flourishing food, music and art scene. Time to get to know the friendly city on its own terms.<\/p>\n<p>Some of our other popular city guides include:<\/p>\n<p>Johannesburg &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/cheap-fun-things-to-do-in-johannesburg-under-r200\/\">50 Fun Things to do in Johannesburg for under R250, your 2016 guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>East London &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/fun-things-to-do-bloemfontein\/\">31 Fun Things to do in East London<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pretoria &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/cheap-fun-things-to-do-pretoria\/\">30 Fun Things to do in Pretoria for free and under R300<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>and of course Cape Town &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/40-things-to-do-in-cape-town-under-r200\/\">41 Things to do in Cape Town for under R200<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Got a suggestion for a city guide? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/port-elizabeth\/flights\">For inexpensive flights to Port Elizabeth Travelstart&#8217;s got you covered.<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Many thanks to Amy Shelver of <a href=\"http:\/\/numbcity.co.za\/\">Numb City Productions<\/a> and the wunderkinds of P.E. for the inspiration behind this article. Numb City Productions is a creative collective of talented people with big plans for developing a thriving creative sector in P.E.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;every single exhibit, and every single artist, represents something powerful, new, challenging, relevant, captivating and fresh.\u201d &#8211; Underculture Contemporary Image courtesy of Donkin Bike Co. Facebook Page SA&#8217;s friendliest city is fast becoming more than just a blip on a business traveller\u2019s radar. 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