Grahamstown Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in the Eastern Cape, South Africa
About Grahamstown
Frontier Country is a vibrant mix of all the best of Africa - where many intense battles were fought and many famous warriors are remembered. True country hospitality reigns in this area with its world class game lodges, hotels and guest houses. The delightful towns of Alicedale and Riebeeck East are also situated in the area and are fast gaining local and international popularity for their lingering history and the many prestigious game reserves that surround them. The town was named after Colonel John Graham, its founder in 1812, after the Fourth Frontier War, between the British and Xhosa. In 2018, it was renamed "Makhanda" (prophet) in memory of Xhosa warrior and prophet Makhanda ka Nxele.
Top Attractions in Grahamstown
Explore the best things to see and do in Grahamstown:
- ★Albany Museum Complex
- ★Amakhala Game Reserve
- ★Amazwi South African Museum of Literature
- ★Boma Helicopters
- ★Bushman Sands Golf Course
- ★Bushman Sands Hotel, Spa & Golf Course
- ★Cory Library for Historical Research
- ★Eastern Star Gallery
Where to Eat in Grahamstown
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴137 High Street Restaurant
- 🍴Red Café
Where to Stay in Grahamstown
- 🏨A Stone's Throw B&B
- 🏨Colonel Graham Guest House
- 🏨Cornerstone Manor: Luxury Bed & Breakfast
- 🏨Graham Hotel
- 🏨Henri House B&B
- 🏨Jenny's B&B
Grahamstown Travel Guide Sections
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