Charmaine's Guidebook
Food scene
Great Social for good food and with a vineyard atmosphere and sometimes a live band
28 locals recommend
MUSE Fusion Food
152A Old Cape RdGreat Social for good food and with a vineyard atmosphere and sometimes a live band
34 Degrees South
Shop 19 Knysna WaterfrontFantastic dinner pick for a summer night
Persello Pizzeria
Memorial SquareChatters Bistro
9A Gray StAbout 25km out of Knysna tucked away in the forest. Lovely day out
38 locals recommend
Totties Farm Kitchen
Rheenendal RoadAbout 25km out of Knysna tucked away in the forest. Lovely day out
Red Bridge Brewing Co
5 Noble StKnysna’s own Craft Beer- beer tasting
Knysna Gin Distillery
5 Uil StBramon Wines Restaurant & Wine Tasting
N2Wine Tasting and restaurant
Arrive early- This place is popular- families spend all day here, enjoying food, canoeing, kayaking or just chilling. Great food and vibe.
16 locals recommend
Kaaimans Restaurant
N2Arrive early- This place is popular- families spend all day here, enjoying food, canoeing, kayaking or just chilling. Great food and vibe.
This is a must. - you will need to book , they are not open every night.
6 locals recommend
Kilzers Kitchen
3 Roos Bolton CresThis is a must. - you will need to book , they are not open every night.
île de païn - lunch & breakfast restaurant & artisan bakery
Long StreetSightseeing
The Heads
1 View PointOn a clear day you are able to see the shipwreck from the view-
Knysna Elephant Park
Buffels Bay
Beach Beach by far
Brenton-on-Sea
Great walking and fishing beach
Tapas & Oysters
31 Safron LaneVibes spot for young and old
Beautiful picnic spot, small 2km hike to a rock pool
35 locals recommend
Jubilee Creek picnic site and walk
Beautiful picnic spot, small 2km hike to a rock pool
Oaks on Main
28 Main RdHistorical building- shops are occupied by local crafts, artists and restaurants.
Harbour Town - walk the town, shops and restaurants. Sanparks Marine offices- information center about our estuary - you might be fortunate to see a Knysna Seahorse.
22 locals recommend
Thesen Harbour Town
Harbour Town - walk the town, shops and restaurants. Sanparks Marine offices- information center about our estuary - you might be fortunate to see a Knysna Seahorse.
Gym
For those who don’t want to miss a wod
Crossfit Knysna
3b Noble StGreat Box, Great Coaches Great community
Knysna parkrun
1 George Rex DrSpa
Best Spa by far.
The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa
36 Sawtooth LnFor the ladies who need some “me” time
Outdoor
The local favorite for walking, running, strolling, and sup boarding. The island is about a 5km distance including coarse way. Super safe and flat.
Leisure Island
Featherbed Beach Bar
35 N2Catch a ferry to the beach bar and enjoy lunch and cocktails
Absolutely amazing hike- Three options to choose. Not ideal for very little children or folks struggling to walk. The 2nd and 3rd route involve a climbing ladder and some slippery rocks. Definitely not a rainy day walk, but an absolute must for those looking for a morning outing.
327 locals recommend
Robberg Nature Reserve
Absolutely amazing hike- Three options to choose. Not ideal for very little children or folks struggling to walk. The 2nd and 3rd route involve a climbing ladder and some slippery rocks. Definitely not a rainy day walk, but an absolute must for those looking for a morning outing.
Blackwaters River Lodge & Par 3 Golf Course
For the bit too serious Golfers, beautiful scenery.
Scootours Knysna
23 Sawtooth LaneMarkets
Local farmers selling local produce. Lovely vibe and local flavours.
Every Saturday morning
86 locals recommend
Harkerville Saturday Market
Local farmers selling local produce. Lovely vibe and local flavours.
Every Saturday morning
Wild Oats Community Farmers Market
N2