The Margate Map Page
On the Margate Map page, we have placed a selection of maps to help you find your way around Margate. In the first section, we have maps of the driving routes from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, and Nelspruit to Margate. Take note that the main routes are toll roads, but that alternative routes (not tolled) are also indicated on the maps.
The second section includes a map of the town area of Margate, followed by a map of the Margate beachfront, highlighting points of interest such as the swimming beach, the pier, and the tidal pool. There are also maps of the most well-known Margate restaurants and places to shop.
Driving Routes to the Holiday Town of Margate in KZN
Cape Town to Margate
Driving distance to Margate:
Cape Town – 1494 km
Johannesburg to Margate
Driving distance to Margate:
Johannesburg – 693 km
Bloemfontein to Margate
Driving distance to Margate:
Bloemfontein – 761 km
Nelspruit to Margate
Driving distance to Margate:
Nelspruit – 813 km
Margate Maps
Map of Margate (Town)
Although places like Shelly Beach, Uvongo and Ramsgate are also included in the official Margate Map, you will soon discover when visiting this area that the locals consider those areas as neighboring small towns of Margate.
Margate is almost completely made up of accommodation and holiday homes. The central town area is compact and you will easily be able walk to where you want to be if you are reasonably fit.
Map of Margate's Beachfront
The beachfront of Margate offers breathtaking views, wonderful walkways, the landmark fishing Pier and a delightful tidal pool that is a great alternative from the main swimming beach.
Map of Margate Restaurants
Visit our Margate Restaurants page for a handy list of places to eat in Margate.
Map of Where to Shop in Margate
Shopping in Margate offers a delightful blend of modern convenience and local charm, centered around the bustling Hibiscus Mall and the vibrant beachfront stalls. Whether you’re hunting for trendy surfwear, unique South Coast curios, or fresh daily essentials, the town’s diverse retail scene has something for every traveler.
For those seeking a more artisanal experience, the nearby craft markets are a treasure trove of handmade Zulu beadwork and locally inspired artworks. After a morning of browsing the boutiques, you can relax at one of the many cozy coffee shops that line the main street, making a shopping trip in Margate as much about the atmosphere as it is about the finds.