Melanie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This is one of the most popular places from which to view the southern right whales in Walker Bay that migrate to Hermanus each year between the months of June to December. You can also spot the little dassies (small rock hyrax) and enjoy outdoor sculptures and works of art here.
21 locals recommend
Gearing's Point
71 Marine DrThis is one of the most popular places from which to view the southern right whales in Walker Bay that migrate to Hermanus each year between the months of June to December. You can also spot the little dassies (small rock hyrax) and enjoy outdoor sculptures and works of art here.
Walking along the cliff paths in Hermanus is a great way to enjoy the views and spot some whales. The walk has information boards along the way about local fauna and flora, and interesting vegetation. There are benches along the way so you can rest and enjoy the fresh air!
13 locals recommend
Cliff Path
Cliff PathWalking along the cliff paths in Hermanus is a great way to enjoy the views and spot some whales. The walk has information boards along the way about local fauna and flora, and interesting vegetation. There are benches along the way so you can rest and enjoy the fresh air!
This is one of the most beautiful places to hike in Hermanus. The sea and Mountain View’s from up here are spectacular and the fynbos (local vegetation) and bird life will amaze you. When you enter the reserve go slow and you might see tortoises too!
200 locals recommend
Fernkloof Nature Reserve
This is one of the most beautiful places to hike in Hermanus. The sea and Mountain View’s from up here are spectacular and the fynbos (local vegetation) and bird life will amaze you. When you enter the reserve go slow and you might see tortoises too!
One of my favorite places in Hermanus. There is a safe place to swim or body board, or just sit and watch the surfers, the birds, the people or the whales! If you’re lucky the coffee guy will be there to enjoy a cuppa. Nice patch of grass to have a picnic too.
55 locals recommend
Voëlklip Beach
One of my favorite places in Hermanus. There is a safe place to swim or body board, or just sit and watch the surfers, the birds, the people or the whales! If you’re lucky the coffee guy will be there to enjoy a cuppa. Nice patch of grass to have a picnic too.
Food scene
Now called Milk On The Beach, I love eating here so much. It’s right on the lagoon and has the most beautiful sea views. The food is great too!
67 locals recommend
The Milkwood Restaurant
1 Atlantic DrNow called Milk On The Beach, I love eating here so much. It’s right on the lagoon and has the most beautiful sea views. The food is great too!
Highly recommend this place for afternoon tea. Enjoy gorgeous little sweet and savory tidbits in a high style environment, 5-star service with - you guessed it - sea views!
8 locals recommend
The Marine Hermanus
Highly recommend this place for afternoon tea. Enjoy gorgeous little sweet and savory tidbits in a high style environment, 5-star service with - you guessed it - sea views!
I bring all my visitors here as a treat! It’s outdoors with stunning views of Walker Bay and the food and atmosphere are great.
94 locals recommend
Burgundy Restaurant
7 Harbour RdI bring all my visitors here as a treat! It’s outdoors with stunning views of Walker Bay and the food and atmosphere are great.
Such a stunning place to eat with amazing sea views, vibrant atmosphere and excellent seafood. Bookings essential. Also recommend their ‘Breakfast Room’ with stunning sea views - bookings also essential.
59 locals recommend
Harbour Rock Restaurant | Seagrill and Sushi
Such a stunning place to eat with amazing sea views, vibrant atmosphere and excellent seafood. Bookings essential. Also recommend their ‘Breakfast Room’ with stunning sea views - bookings also essential.
It’s right opposite the beach (grotto beach) and the food and atmosphere are amazing. Stunning Mountain View’s behind it. Walk along Grotto Beach to the lagoon and go for a refreshing swim afterwards!
83 locals recommend
Dutchies Restaurant
It’s right opposite the beach (grotto beach) and the food and atmosphere are amazing. Stunning Mountain View’s behind it. Walk along Grotto Beach to the lagoon and go for a refreshing swim afterwards!
Fick's Pool
8 Marine DrFicks Pool restaurant is a gorgeous little hidden gem.
Fun and fantastic food for the whole family along with music, arts and crafts. Open on Saturdays from 9am to 2pm. In December and January the popular Summer Night Market is held on Wednesdays from 5pm to 9pm.
76 locals recommend
Hermanus Country Market
Jose Burman DriveFun and fantastic food for the whole family along with music, arts and crafts. Open on Saturdays from 9am to 2pm. In December and January the popular Summer Night Market is held on Wednesdays from 5pm to 9pm.
Spa treatments
Massages, foot massages, head massages...
This is a stunning venue for a spa treatment! Up on the rocks overlooking Voelklip beach.
Birkenhead House
119 11th StThis is a stunning venue for a spa treatment! Up on the rocks overlooking Voelklip beach.
Spa treatment at Carchele Beauty Spa at The Marine is highly recommended!
8 locals recommend
The Marine Hermanus
Spa treatment at Carchele Beauty Spa at The Marine is highly recommended!
Shopping
The nearest supermarket I recommend is OK Foods in Gateway shopping centre. It is 6 minutes away by car.
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