Look, do, eat and sleep

Canal tours

A boat trip on the impressive network of canals at the edge of town, surrounded by beautiful houses and fed by the Kromme River, is a memorable experience. Book at Quayside restaurant for a bite to eat before embarking. Sea Glades Avenue

042 294 0386

Calamari Festival

This annual celebration, usually held over the last weekend of September, is heaps of fun. Activities include a calamari cook-off, guest artists, food stalls, bowls and lots more. Find information at the tourism office. 042 294 0076 stfrancistourism.co.za

St Francis Brewing Company & Grill House

Enjoy a cold one at Linky and Lance’s pub. They are wonderful people who know what they’re doing with hops. The food is just as excellent. St Francis Avenue 063 274 3743

Balobi Seafood Market

Here you can tuck into the soughtafter local calamari before it is exported on ice. Do yourself the favour, because you won’t find it anywhere else in South Africa. The view over the harbour alone makes it worthwhile. Porthole Building 042 294 0162

* St Francis Bay offers a myriad accommodation options, varying significantly in offering and price. Spend some time browsing

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A 10km man-made canal system, lined with white-walled houses with thatched roofs, offers residents and holiday-makers an appealing marina lifestyle. ABOVE LEFT Michelle Aylesbury of Rambling Rose coffee shop. ABOVE RIGHT The town has two golf courses:...