Durban
'The coolest city in South Africa you've ever seen'
DURBAN is an excellent destination for families. Over and above the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and white sandy beaches, if you are wanting great food experiences, culture and heritage, leisure and entertainment, Durban is the place to visit.
Food
Accommodation
Recreation
Transport
Food
- Traditional local dishes you have to try when in Durban
- Durban has a large number of restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious meal
- Numerous fast food take away outlets are found all over should you wish to have a quick “on-the-go” meal
Accommodation
Recommended accommodation
PROTEA HOTELS, which are full service, affordable hotels. Ideal for leisure travellers and families. Amenities include Swimming Pools and Fitness Centres. Rooms are air-conditioned and tastefully and comfortably furnished, and equipped with TV and WiFi. Room service is available or dining rooms where breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed.
Other
- Check out a great choice of alternate accommodation in Durban and Umhlanga Rocks
Recreation
- Beach horseback adventures
- Bluff Nature Reserve
- Casinos
- Concerts and shows
- Cultural tours
- Durban Botanic Garden
- Durban city tour
- Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park
- Golf
- Gondola rides at the waterfront (only at night)
- Groovy Balls Adventure Park
- Hawaan Forest
- Heritage Market
- History Museums
- Japanese Gardens
- Mini Town
- Moses Mabhida Stadium
- PheZulu Safari Park
- Scuba Xcursion
- Shark cage diving
- Speciality museums
- Spend a day at the beach
- Surfing
- Umgeni River Bird Park
- Umgeni Steam Train
- uShaka Marine World
- uShaka Wet-n-Wild Water Park
- Victoria Street Market
- Wave House
Transport
- Bicycle hire
- Durban Ricksha Bus
- Fly-in, car rental
- People Mover (a tourist orientated bus service)
- Rail
- Self-drive
- Shuttle
- Taxi
- Traditional Zulu Rickshaw Pullers (only along the Golden Mile)