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South Africa Towns
 Addo
Addo is a small and charming farming town situated in the Eastern Cape. it is conveniently close to the world renowned Addo Elephant Park and offers a good alternative to staying in the park...
[more information] Alexander Bay
Alexander Bay takes its name from Sir James Alexander, who dreamed of making a fortune by exporting copper. Because of the copper, the town experienced a brief flush of prosperity...
[more information] Alice
Alice is a quaint little town situated 20 kilometres to the east of Fort Beaufort.This small town is well known as it is the site of the University of Fort Hare, the alma mater of Nelson Mandela...
[more information] Aliwal North
Aliwal grew as a health resort location. Today Aliwal North is a farming district. Some of Aliwal's attractions are: Aliwal North Museum, Aliwal Spa Holiday Resort...
[more information] Alldays
Alldays is a small town situated in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Alldays and the surrounding villages of Vivo and Dendron serve an extensive area of private game and hunting farms...
[more information] Badplaas
The hot mineral waters that filter from a natural spring at Badplaas were visited by travellers in the mid-1870s. Today, people with rheumatic ailments still travel to Badplaas...
[more information] Barberton
Barberton is a quiet and peaceful town with beautiful old buildings and set in stunning surroundings. There are some interesting attractions worth visiting in Barberton, including Barberton Nature Reserve...
[more information] Barrydale
Barrydale is gently nestled between two extremes, the beautiful and fertile Tradouw Valley on the one side, and the stark, semi arid Klein Karoo on the other. This quaint little town has a few good wineries...
[more information]- Bela-Bela (Warmbaths)
Bela-Bela was found by the Tswana people in the 1800's. The highlight of Bela-Bela is the world famous hot water springs. The various resorts are the perfect hosts for various guests to the town...
[more information]  Betty's Bay
Betty's Bay is a quiet and tranquil seaside resort town, ideally located away from the hustle and bustle of modern city living. This is a great place for guests wanting to relax and do very little...
[more information] Bisho & King Williams Town
Bisho is the capital of the Eastern Cape but it seems to be dominated by the nearby King Williams Town. In fact, these two towns are virtually one. King Williamstown is a town of interesting old buildings...
[more information] Blouberg
Blouberg starts some 15 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. It is easy to access by road, take a bus or shuttle service, take a guided tour - or rent a car, and go on your own voyage of discovery...
[more information] Bredasdorp
Bredasdorp is a small farming town situated 25 kilometres north of Cape Agulhas. Set in the heart of the Overberg, Bredesdorp is a centre for wool, grain and dairy farming...
[more information] Cape Agulhas Southern Lights
Lighthouse at the End of a Continent By Laurianne Claase Deepest, darkest Africa ends not with a bang but a simper. Here at the southernmost tip of the continent, Africa has been...
[more information] Cape Town Central
The centre of present-day Cape Town is Adderley Street. Visits to the Castle, the fountains opposite the railway station, the Gardens with all the special places of interest...
[more information] Citrusdal
Situated on the banks of the majestic Olifants River in the southern extreme of the Cedarburg, Citrusdal is a pretty town surrounded by orange groves. Citrusdal is just a 2 hour leisurely drive from Cape Town...
[more information] Clanwilliam
Clanwilliam is situated between the West Coast and the Cederberg and on the southern edge of Namaqualand and is best known for its spectacular spring flowers...
[more information] Claremont
Claremont, in the early days, was a small, friendly place where owners of businesses were known to everyone – there was healthy rivalry amongst these friendly people who often lived...
[more information] Clarens
Clarens is situated in the green and mountainous region of the Eastern Free State and is a charming little town close to the Lesotho border...
[more information] Coffee Bay
Coffee Bay offers numerous attractions, including a friendly hotel, 2 backpacker's hostels, excellent surfing conditions and the iconic 'Hole in the Wall'...
[more information] Constantia
Simon van der Stel, Commander of the Cape, in 1685 was granted, in free and full property. Located in at or near present-day Steenberg, it comprised more than 890 morgen, and van der Stel named it “Constantia”...
[more information] Cradock
Cradock is a small and quaint town situated in the Fish River Valley. Cradock is a cultural experience, especially for those interested in admiring the old buildings lining the streets...
[more information] Cullinan
The town's claim to fame must surely be that it is the site of the discovery of the world's biggest diamond, named the Cullinan Diamond, for obvious reasons...
[more information] Darling
Darling is the ideal escape for guests wanting to experience the warm hospitality and interesting sights that South Africa is known for. Darling is a delightful little country town...
[more information] De Rust
De Rust is a refined Victorian village and home to the blueblood Ostrich, golden vineyards, sundrenched orchards, excellent wines and the spectacular displays of the rare pelargoniums...
[more information] Dullstroom Town Guide
Dullstroom in Mpumalanga has become the fly-fishing capital of South Africa and also a preferred getaway for busy people in Gauteng...
[more information] Elands Bay
Elands Bay is a charming coastal town situated just 220 kilometres from Cape Town. It is renowned for its delicious seafood and its spectacular natural wonders, including the Verlorenvlei Marsh...
[more information] Elim
Elim is an attractive and picturesque town and is only inhabited by members of the Moravian church. It is one of the prettiest of the surviving old-time South African mission stations...
[more information] Ermelo
Ermelo, known as the garden town of Mpumalanga is situated along the Vaal River. Ermelo has very diverse surroundings from the endless views to the wonderfully green flora...
[more information] Fauresmith
Fauresmith is the second oldest town in the Free State and has quite an interesting history. Today, Fauresmith is a potato and lucerne farming town and is well known for its equestrian show...
[more information] Ficksburg
Ficksburg was proclaimed in 1867 and is situated along the Highlands Route in the Eastern Free State. Ficksburg is an agricultural haven, and is the gateway to Lesotho...
[more information] Fish Hoek
This small, friendly coastal town is located some 35km from Cape Town. Until the mid 1990’s, it was the only absolutely “dry” town...
[more information]- Fort Beaufort
Fort Beaufort is situated in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The town is surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges and is the centre of a prosperous citrus farming area...
[more information]  Franschhoek
Franschhoek is gently nestled between towering mountains in the spectacular Cape Winelands. It is a picturesque little town, renowned for its world class wines and excellent restaurants...
[more information] Gansbaai
Gansbaai is a favourite destination for larger tourists in search of the Southern Right Whale, and is the worldwide capital for Great White Sharks. Guests can enjoy the unforgettable experience of cage diving...
[more information] George
George is a centrally located town, situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth along the spectacular Garden Route. George is a golfer’s dream destination...
[more information] Graaff-Reinet
Graaff Reniet, the gem of the Karoo, is the fourth oldest European town in South Africa, and lies in a bend of the Sunday's River and is home to many good hotels and guest houses...
[more information] Grabouw
Grabouw is located in the Elgin valley of the Western Cape. The region is breathtaking from the apple orchards, pine plantations, open pastures and scenic passes through the mountains...
[more information] Grahamstown
Grahamstown is probably best known as the venue for a annual National Arts Festival, generally considered to be an enriching cultural and cerebral celebration. It is also home to the world renowned Rhodes University...
[more information] Graskop
Graskop is a charming little town, cashing in on all the tourists passing through en route to the Kruger National Park and the many other scenic wonders of Mpumalanga...
[more information] Greyton
Greyton is a safe, quaint little village, where a beautiful natural setting and old traditions reign supreme. Greyton offers a host of activities, including numerous craft shops, restaurants, art galleries...
[more information] Groot Marico
Groot Marico is a small country town, where the pace of life is slow and things are run the way they have been for centuries. The many art galleries, coffee shops and mampoer distilleries...
[more information] Harrismith
Harrismith is a medium sized town situated halfway between Johannesburg and Durban on the N3. It is situated in the foothills of the Drakensberg, close to the Northern Berg and the Amphitheatre and Mont aux Sources...
[more information] Hermanus
Hermanus is a pleasant little resort town, situated just an hour by car from Cape Town. Hermanus is probably most well known for its magnificent sightings of Southern Right Whale...
[more information] Hogsback
Hogsback is set high on the Amatola Mountains and surrounded by very old Afro-montane forests. Activities available in Hogsback include walking, mountain biking, horse riding, bird watching, trout fishing and mountain climbing...
[more information] Hout Bay
“Hout Bay is one of the most beautiful areas in the world” – say the proud locals, who refer to themselves as living in “the Republic of Hout Bay”. Well, Jan van Riebeeck wrote in his diary...
[more information] Ixopo
Ixopo is a small KwaZulu-Natal town about 80km south of Pietermaritzburg, and is most famously known as the setting for Alan Paton's novel 'Cry the Beloved Country'. Set in the exquisite Natal...
[more information]- Joubertina
Joubertina was established in 1907 on a piece of farmland. Today Joubertina is the main town of Langkloof farm; nestled in the Kouga mountains. Joubertina has 30-odd mountain bike and hiking trails...
[more information]  Kalk Bay
Kalk Bay is an extraordinary example of how an area can lift itself from the ashes and become an attractive and much-visited village...
[more information] Klerksdorp
Klerksdorp was founded in 1837 in the North West Province (formerly Western Transvaal), South Africa. In August 1886 gold was discovered in the Klerksdorp district...
[more information] Knysna
Knysna is that cute little town at the heart of the Garden Route, pervaded by tourists and populated by retirees. Its colonial upbringing lends it an air of tradition and conventionality...
[more information] Komatidraai
Komatidraai is a farming district near Komatipoort, along the Komati River. Komatidraai enjoys very warm weather and a good rainy season. Proximity to Kruger Park...
[more information] Kommetjie
Once upon a time there was a small, tranquil seaside village called Kommetjie, with stone houses dating back to 1900. Kommetjie means “Little Bowl”...
[more information]- Kuruman
Kuruman is the main town of the Kalahari region, and is known as the 'Oasis of the Kalahari'. The town enjoys a permanent source of water, commonly known as 'the eye'...
[more information]  L'Agulhas
Cape Agulhas is the southernmost point of Africa, and the official meeting point of the cold Atlantic and warm Indian Oceans. L'Agulhas is a small town which bustles to life every weekend and in the summer...
[more information] Ladismith
Ladismith known as 'the jewel of the Klein Karoo' and is located at the foot of the Klein Swartberg Mountain range. Ladismith is a rich farming community, and produces fruit...
[more information] Ladysmith
Ladysmith is situated on the banks of the Klip River in KwaZulu-Natal. Some of the attractions in Ladysmith include the Drakensberg Mountains, Spioenkop Nature Reserve, the Malendeni Bird Sanctuary...
[more information] Langebaan
Langebaan is situated about an hour by road from Cape Town. It is set on the edge of the large and sheltered Langebaan Lagoon. This town is a very popular weekend and holiday destination...
[more information] Levubu
Levubu is situated in a sub-tropical fruit farming area in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. The area has two major rivers, the Lotonyanda and Levhubu rivers, both fringed by forests...
[more information]- Lydenburg
Lydenburg means 'place of suffering', not a very welcoming name, but it does reflect the history of this quaint little town. The area around Lydenburg is dotted with tranquil streams and rivers...
[more information]  Mafikeng
Mafikeng is an interesting place with a fascinating history. Mafikeng is the capital of the North West Province of South Africa. It is the gateway route to Africa via excellent road and rail network...
[more information] Magaliesburg
The village of Magaliesburg is situated amongst stunning mountains, valleys, rivers and indigenous woodland. Magaliesburg's claim to fame was the discovery of the remains of the earliest species of primitive man...
[more information] Malmesbury
Malmesbury has always been a farming community and it’s still famous for its grain and wine. Malmesbury has great historical significance. This can be seen on the Swartland Wine Route...
[more information] Margate
Margate is situated on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, and is an extremely popular holiday resort. Here you will find a myriad of restaurants, fast food stalls, pubs and well developed beaches...
[more information] Matjiesfontein
Matjiesfontein has a rich and fascinating history, which visitors will find very interesting and insightful. Matjiesfontein is known for its magnificent flora, fauna and historical buildings...
[more information] McGregor
McGregor is a small town that has become quite busy in the last few years. It is a great stopover where guests can take a break within easy driving distance...
[more information] Modimolle (Nylstroom)
Modimolle is located in the Waterberg. It was called Nylstroom and renamed to Modimolle in 2002. Today, the town focuses on a life of farming (grapes, cattle and citrus), wildlife and tourism...
[more information] Mokopane (Potgietersrus)
Mokopane, previously known as Potgietersrus, is situated in the Limpopo Province, just two hours from Gauteng. It is the ideal stopover for travellers en route to Botswana, Zimbabwe and the Kruger National Park...
[more information] Montagu
Montagu is the gateway to the Little Karoo and the scenic heart of Route 62. This pretty town offers spectacular beauty and excellent facilities. Montagu also offers a well developed hot spring resort...
[more information] Mooi River
Mooi River which forms part of the Midlands Meander, was originally named Lawrenceville. Today, Mooi River is part of the self-drive arts and crafts route...
[more information] Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay is a sheltered coastal village, once a haven for European sailors in the early days of exploration of the African coast. Other attractions include excellent seafood restaurants...
[more information] Mthatha (Umtata)
Umtata was founded in 1879 and was declared the capital of the Transkei, the homeland of the Xhosa people. The best attraction in Umtata is the Nelson Mandela Museum in the Bhunga Building...
[more information] Muizenberg
Culture, scenery and vibrancy combined – where to find all this? Only 25 minutes drive from Cape Town is a special spot on the False Bay coast, an area commonly called Muizenberg...
[more information] Musina (Messina)
Musina (previously called Messina) is situated in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. The town is situated near the Limpopo River border with Zimbabwe, and is the most northernly town in South Africa...
[more information] Newlands
Once again, water is known to have been responsible for the development of a suburb – Newlands. In 1696 the Newlands property grant was made so that beer could be brewed beside the ideal water...
[more information] Nieu Bethesda
Nieu Bethesda is a really tiny little town, situated way off the beaten track. It was here that the late, great Helen Martins, South Africa's most celebrated outsider artist, practiced and left her legacy, the Owl House...
[more information] Nieuwoudtville
Nieuwoudtville is an isolated and peaceful town, situated about 50 kilometres off the N7 and just over 300 kilometres north of Cape Town. This beautiful area is probably best known for its spring flowers...
[more information] Noordhoek
An enticing village, peacefully spread under oaks at the southern end of the Chapman’s Peak mountain – Noordhoek makes you feel as if you have taken a step back into tranquil time...
[more information] Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn is the largest town in the little Karoo. Historically, its commercial success was based on the Europeans need for the beautiful features of the town's loveliest and leggiest inhabitants - the Ostrich...
[more information] Paarl
Paarl is a charming and historical little town, filled with cultural heritage. The main attraction in Paarl is definitely the wine, and there are a plethora of wineries to choose from...
[more information] Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is situated in the Limpopo Province and less than 2km from the Kruger National Park. The mining of phosphates, copper, vermiculite and iron forms the economic base of Phalaborwa...
[more information]- Piet Retief
In the south eastern corner of Mpumalanga lays the picturesque town of Piet Retief. The town is quite an hospitable place and visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, such as bird watching, fishing, hiking...
[more information]  Pilgrims Rest
Pilgrim's Rest is a tranquil town situated on the magnificent Panorama Route in Mpumalanga, and offers a richly cultural, historic and natural experience. Capture the spirit of the bygone era...
[more information] Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay was discovered by 15th century Portuguese explorers. Plett, as it is affectionately known, is often considered to be the best destination worldwide for boat-based marine mammal watching...
[more information] Pniel
Situated at the foot of the Simonsberg and set within easy access of towns such as Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, this picturesque little village was found in 1834...
[more information] Port Alfred
Port Alfred is a lovely little town, and home to a great golf course, wonderful surf and good diving opportunities. Guests can participate in a gentle 2 day canoe trail. Port Alfred is situated about 60 (37 miles) from Grahamstown...
[more information] Port Edward
Situated at the mouth of the Umtamvuna River, Port Edward is probably best known for its excellent golf course and a local casino, as well as the community run horse, hiking and canoeing trail...
[more information] Porterville
Porterville is situated an hour's drive north of Cape Town, 30 kilometres east of the N7. The Porterville Wine Cellar is on the Swartland Wine Route and the museum is housed in a historic gaol...
[more information] Postmasburg
Postmasburg is a little town situated in the Northern Cape. The tranquil town has a central dam surrounded by fountains and lush parklands. Postmasburg serves the surrounding mining district...
[more information] Prince Albert
Prince Albert is a village with a grand entrance from whichever direction you approach. You either have to go through, around or towards the imposing Swartberg Mountains, which for me entailed numerous stops for sheer appreciation of the views...
[more information] Riversdale
Riversdale is situated in the Garden Route, and is known for its exquisite floral beauty. Attractions in Riversdale include many interesting historical buildings...
[more information] Robertson
Robertson is situated at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains in the fertile Breede River Valley and renowned for its wines of connoisseur quality, beautiful roses and thoroughbred horses...
[more information] Rondebosch
Rondebosch is probably best known as the home of the University of Cape Town. The establishment is the oldest in the country, dating back to 1829. University students have created a...
[more information] Rustenburg
Rustenburg, established in 1851, has gone from church and administrative centre for a farming district producing citrus and tobacco. Rustenburg has the 2 largest platinum mines...
[more information] Scarborough
Scarborough is a sleepy little settlement, which is situated at the mouth of the Schusters River. Fishermen love the village, but it really comes to life during the summer months...
[more information] Shelley Point
Shelley Point is situated up the West Coast, approximately 90 minutes from Cape Town by car. It can be approached from two directions, via Vredenberg and a +/-30km dirt road, or off the main...
[more information] Simon's Town
Just below the Square is the attractive Simon’s Town Waterfront. From the Simon’s Town Jetty the “Spirit of Just Nuisance” offers harbour cruises around the bay...
[more information] Skukuza
Skukuza is administrative headquarters of the Kruger National Park and is the largest of all the camps in the Park. Accommodation is offered in various huts, camp sites, guest houses and bungalows...
[more information] Slangkop
Commissioned on 4 March 1919, Slangkoppunt is the tallest cast iron lighthouse on the South African coast. This coastline has many reefs and headlands that stretch far out into the ocean...
[more information] Springbok
Springbok is the commercial and cultural centre of the Namaqualand and is situated in the Northern Cape Province, 600 kilometres from Cape Town. Springbok is in close proximity to the Richtersveld National Park...
[more information]- Standerton
Standerton is named after the farm owner, Adriaan Hendrik Stander. Standerton includes: the ruins of Chief Mzilikazi's village, Kruger bridge, Standerskop Nature Reserve and Grootdraai Dam...
[more information]  Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is located in the Western Cape Province, about 50 kilometres from Cape Town. The town is famous for its charming old buildings, oak trees and water furrows lining the quiet streets...
[more information] Stilbaai
Stilbaai is situated in the breathtaking Garden Route. This tranquil little town boasts long stretches of pristine beaches, a river and a spectacular display of flowers in spring...
[more information] Strand
The town of Strand originated almost 200 years ago as a holiday and fishing resort. The town is most known for its beach, which is a 5km stretch of white sand...
[more information] Strand and Gordons Bay
The town of Strand offers a wide variety of shopping centres, accommodation, and places at which to enjoy the local cuisine. There are the beaches, the guided township tours, walking trails, wine routes...
[more information] Sutherland
Sutherland has some of the clearest and darkest night skies in the world. Sutherland is technologically advanced since it hosts the telescopes of the South African Astronomical Observatory...
[more information] Swellendam
This lovely old town is graced with beautiful, white washed buildings, museums and historical monuments. Situated close by is the Marloth Nature Reserve, the Swellendam Hiking Trail...
[more information] Taung
Taung, a village in the North West Province in South Africa, made world headlines when an Australian anthropologist, Professor Raymond Dart, found a two million year old skull here in 1924...
[more information] Thabazimbi
Thabazimbi is an iron mining town in the Limpopo province. Thabazimbi is also situated conveniently close to the Marakale National Park, which is located about 20 kilometres north-east of the town...
[more information] Thohoyandou
Thohoyandou is the administrative and legislative centre for the Venda region in the Limpopo province. There are many interesting sights to visit in Thohoyandou...
[more information] Tzaneen
Tzaneen is beautifully set between rolling, citrus covered hills and is close to the game rich areas of Limpopo. Boasting a wonderful sub-tropical climate. Visit Modjaji's Forest for local culture, botany and mythology...
[more information]- Uitenhage
Uitenhage is a beautiful town in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The town is called 'Garden Town' because of its awesome gardens and parks. The town is situated only 35km from Port Elizabeth...
[more information]  Ulundi
Ulundi is a small town set in the heart of Zululand, near the Emakhosini, the Valley of the Kings, the traditional burial grounds of the Zulu kings...
[more information]- Vereeniging
Vereeniging was founded in 1892. The city grew at a rapid rate because of the coal mines. Vereeniging is an industrial hub. Things to do in Vereeniging are, Klip River Terrace tour...
[more information]  Vredendal
Vredendal is situated on the banks of the Olifants River in the Western Cape Province. The town's location on the banks of the Olifants River. Vredendal has many wine cellars...
[more information]- Vryburg
Vryburg lies in a rich cattle-farming area and boasts an interesting history. Vryburg is situated on the main railway lines from Cape Town to Botswana and Zimbabwe...
[more information] - Vryheid
Vryheid offers various types of accommodation and activities include: hiking, horse-riding, swimming, fishing, hunting, bird watching, historical attractions, famous battle sites, Vryheid Nature Reserve...
[more information]  Waenhuiskrans (Arniston)
Waenhuiskrans is an charming and tranquil place, probably best known for its well preserved, often photographed, white washed thatched cottages that line the bay and across the dunes...
[more information] Waterval Boven
Situated on the Highlands Meander route, with its abundance of pristine trout fishing waters and spectacular scenery, Waterval Boven is an historic little piece of Mpumalanga...
[more information]- Witbank
Witbank is known as the largest coal producing town in Africa and almost 75 000 million tons of coal are mined annually here. The town boasts some 22 mines in the region...
[more information]  Worcester
Worcester is a town in the Breede River Valley situated 120 kilometres (74.5 miles) from Cape Town. The museums and cultural heritage makes Worcester a town of note...
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