What to do in Beacon Bay

Activities, attractions and tours

Nahoon Beach showing general coastal views
Nahoon Beach showing general coastal views
Nahoon Beach featuring a sandy beach
Nahoon Beach featuring general coastal views and landscape views
Nahoon Beach which includes general coastal views

Beacon Bay Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Beacon Bay has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Beacon Bay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Beacon Bay to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Beacon Bay Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Beacon Bay attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Beacon Bay

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Nahoon Beach featuring a sandy beach, surfing and general coastal views

Nahoon Beach

This popular East London beach is famous for its surfing competitions, kayaking excursions, river fishing and scenic walks across the headland.

Nahoon Beach
Eastern Beach which includes a sandy beach, a coastal town and landscape views

Eastern Beach

Enjoy long coastal walks, learn to surf, spot colorful marine life at the nearby aquarium and admire the scenery at East London’s main beach.

Eastern Beach

Cove Rock

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Cove Rock might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to East London. Amble around the area's white-sand beaches or visit its casinos.

Cove Rock

East London Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in East London Museum in Selborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

East London Museum

Bonza Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bonza Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Bonza Bay Beach

Alexander Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in East London at Alexander Country Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Alexander Country Club

Jan Smuts Stadium East London

Catch an event at Jan Smuts Stadium East London during your trip to Arcadia. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Jan Smuts Stadium East London

Beacon Bay Crossing

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Beacon Bay Crossing during your visit to East London. Wander the white-sand beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Beacon Bay Crossing

Ann Bryant Art Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ann Bryant Art Gallery during your trip to East London. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Ann Bryant Art Gallery

 

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Day trip destinations from Beacon Bay

Eastern Beach showing general coastal views, modern architecture and a house

East London

Frequently asked questions

Is Beacon Bay worth visiting?
Whether you're here to discover the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in Beacon Bay.
How do I spend a day in Beacon Bay?
Eastern Beach and Bonza Bay Beach are two awesome places to start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in Beacon Bay while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Beacon Bay?
You can't go home without exploring Eastern Beach, rated the top tourist attraction in Beacon Bay.
Is three days enough to stay in Beacon Bay?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off many city highlights, including Eastern Beach, Bonza Bay Beach and Nahoon Beach. The average stay in Beacon Bay is five days. If you have the time to extend your adventure, East London isn't far away.
Is Beacon Bay a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to do and see in Beacon Bay. Several top sights, like Eastern Beach and Bonza Bay Beach, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Beacon Bay's neighbourhoods, Bunkers Hill is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Nahoon is 3 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Beacon Bay with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all ages, check out these terrific ideas for what to do in Beacon Bay with kids.

What to do in Beacon Bay for adults?
The Cenotaph is one of the top things to do in Beacon Bay. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Beacon Bay?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Beacon Bay is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Eastern Beach is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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