London City, South Africa

Cruise Port

London City

City in Eastern Cape, South Africa.

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Overview

London City is a cruise port in South Africa. It lies on the coast at approximately -33.017, 27.905.

About London City

East London, officially KuGompo City since February 2026, is a city in the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality of the Eastern Cape Province, on the southeastern coast of South Africa. The city lies on the Indian Ocean coast, largely between the Buffalo River and the Nahoon River, and hosts the country’s only river port. As of 2011, East London had a population of over 267,000 with over 755,000 in the surrounding metropolitan area.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for London City — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around London City

East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
City Hall Oxford Street
City Hall Oxford Street
East London Airport, South Africa
East London Airport, South Africa
East London ICC
East London ICC

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 26°C in Jan and coolest around 21°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
26°
20°
Feb
26°
20°
Mar
25°
19°
Apr
23°
16°
May
22°
14°
Jun
21°
13°
Jul
21°
12°
Aug
21°
12°
Sep
21°
14°
Oct
22°
15°
Nov
23°
16°
Dec
24°
18°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near London City the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at London City, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →