George Travel Guide
South Africa
George is a small city in South Africa with a population of 12,345. It lies in the country’s southern coastal region and is served by George Airport (GRJ), making air travel the main airport option for visitors.
There are no named notable beaches within 40 kilometres of George, so the city is not best approached as a beach destination based on the nearby coastline alone.
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Know before you go
Pays in ZAR
Plug type Type C & Type D & Type M & Type N (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +27
Tipping: Tipping is customary in South Africa for good service. While not mandatory, it's a common practice to show appreciation.
Best time to visit George
Jan
23°10Feb
23°10Mar
23°8Apr
20°9May
19°6Jun
17°9Jul
16°6Aug
18°3Sep
17°10Oct
19°11Nov
21°8Dec
22°11Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near George
Glentana Beach
9.2 km away
Bothastrand
12.5 km away
Reebokstrand
21.1 km away
Klein-Brakrivierstrand
23.4 km away
Santosstrand
29.8 km away
Diasstrand
30.3 km away
Pansy Beach
30.7 km away
Things to do in George
On Target
fairgrounds
3.5 km
NG Outeniqualand Gemeente
religious organization
0.4 km
Getting there
George Airport · 0 km
Frequently asked Questions
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