Hermanus City-Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Konke Okunye
Photo by Konke Okunye
Photo by Hanneke
Photo by Hanneke
Photo by Karen Dickens
Photo by Karen Dickens

Popular places to visit

Old Harbour

Old Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Hermanus with a trip to Old Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Old Harbour

Village Square

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Village Square during your visit to Hermanus. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

Village Square

Shopping Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Shopping Centre during your stay in Hermanus. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Shopping Centre

Whale Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whale Museum in Hermanus. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its bars.

Whale Museum

Grotto Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Grotto Beach during your travels in Hermanus? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Grotto Beach

Voelklip Beach

4/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Voelklip Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hermanus. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Voelklip Beach

Activities

Cape Agulhas Full Day Tour | The Southernmost Tip of Africa

Cape Agulhas Full Day Tour | The Southernmost Tip of Africa

AU$304
Per adult
Cape Agulhas Full Day Tour | The Southernmost Tip of Africa
Hermanus Food and Culture Tour

Hermanus Food and Culture Tour

AU$147
Per adult
Hermanus Food and Culture Tour
Orange Breasted Sunbird

Hermanus & Overberg Birding

AU$217
Per adult
Hermanus & Overberg Birding
Whale Wonders: Majestic Marine Adventures in Hermanus

Whale Wonders: Majestic Marine Adventures in Hermanus

AU$740
Per adult
Whale Wonders: Majestic Marine Adventures in Hermanus
Southern Right Lob Tailing. Photo taken in front of the Marine Hotel

Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer

AU$111
Per adult
Hermanus Land based Whale Tour with Dave de Beer
Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus

AU$286
Per adult
Whale Watching Tour in Hermanus
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Our pick of the best Hermanus City-Centre Hotel Deals

The Marine Hermanus
The Marine Hermanus
5 out of 5
Marine Drive, Walker Bay, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$558 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$558
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
"Loved the property and the staff. Only issue we had was when it rained hard we could hear it constantly in the room on second floor - beyond what I would say is normal for a hotel. It sounded like there was a tin roof instead of a ceiling. The staff and food was incredible and same with overall rooms. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sep. 2024

The Marine Hermanus
Esplanade Hermanus
Esplanade Hermanus
63 Marine Dr, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$213 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Tout était comme prévu. Personnel très gentil et accueillant."

Reviewed on 6 Nov. 2024

Esplanade Hermanus
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
c/o Lord Roberts & Royal Roads, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$208 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Village Square and Hoy's Koppie are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (221 reviews)
Great place in Hermanus
"Fantastic apartment style stay close to everything. The shopping mall downstairs is incredibly convenient for groceries and liquor store. Solid breakfast. Marcus gave us some great local restaurant recs"

Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2024

Whale Coast All Suite Hotel
Harbour House Hotel
Harbour House Hotel
5 out of 5
22 Harbour Road (Harbour Square), Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$243 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Whale Museum and Old Harbour are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (269 reviews)
"Really central with stunning location."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Harbour House Hotel
Auberge Burgundy Guest House
Auberge Burgundy Guest House
4 out of 5
16 Harbour Road, Hermanus, Western Cape
The price is AU$240 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$240
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Hermanus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Whale Museum and Old Harbour are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
A dream come true
"We had always walked past this stunning hotel whenever we’d visit Hermanus, promising ourselves we’d treat ourselves one day. Well- we just did- and what a treat it was. Brilliant from the moment we arrived to the moment I we departed. All the staff were super welcoming from the parking to reception ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct. 2024

Auberge Burgundy Guest House
Harbour House Hotel
Harbour House Hotel
Reception is at 22 Harbour Road, 22, Hermanus, WC
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Hermanus. Enjoy a garden, dry cleaning or laundry services, and mountain biking on site. Popular attractions Whale Museum and ...
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Other neighbourhoods around Hermanus City-Centre

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Eastcliff

5/5(1 area review)

While Eastcliff may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Old Harbour and Village Square.

Eastcliff
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Westcliff

5/5(2 area reviews)

Seaside views, whale watching and waterfront views are just a few things travellers enjoy about Westcliff. Check out Cliff Path or New Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Westcliff
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Hermanus Heights

Hermanus Heights is well liked for its gardens. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Hermanus area, you might plan a trip to Fernkloof Nature Reserve or Old Harbour.

Hermanus Heights
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Fernkloof

While Fernkloof isn't home to many top sights, Fernkloof Nature Reserve and Voelklip Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fernkloof
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Kwaaiwater

While there might not be top attractions in Kwaaiwater, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Voelklip Beach and Old Harbour.

Kwaaiwater
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Hemel En Aarde

Travellers like the wineries in Hemel En Aarde, and Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hemel En Aarde

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