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Trip Planner :  Africa  /  South Africa  /  KwaZulu-Natal  /  Durban

Durban

3.7
Zoos & Aquariums Parks Wildlife

Surf City

Sunny weather and golden beaches await you on a vacation in Durban, a busy port city on the Indian Ocean known for its outdoorsy atmosphere. Wandering the buzzing city streets, you can discover colonial-era architectural gems and a vibrant blend of African and Asian cultures. Things to do in Durban include, among others, a wide range of recreational activities, from diving and surfing on one of the beaches, to hiking, skydiving, and swimming with sharks. Durban is in KwaZulu-Natal. Add Durban and other destinations in South Africa to your travel plans using our South Africa route planner .
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Hluhluwe Game Reserve Safari BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $177
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Popular things to do in Durban

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Shark Diving
4.9
Duration: 4​h
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uShaka Marine World
4.3
Duration: 8​h
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Durban Botanic Gardens
4.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Golden Mile
4.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Side trips from Durban

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Umhlanga Main Beach
Umhlanga Rocks
4.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Umhlanga Rocks
4.6
Duration: 4​h
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Nelson Mandela Capture Site
Howick
4.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Scuba & Snorkeling
Umkomaas
4.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Hidden gems in Durban

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Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
4.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Safaris
4.8
Duration: 8​h
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Mitchell Park
3.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Fishing Charters & Tours
5.0
Duration: 5​h

Kid-friendly things to do in Durban

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uShaka Wet 'n Wild
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Natal Shark Board
3.1
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Wetrock Adventures
4.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Museums in Durban

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Phansi Museum
4.5
Duration: 1​h
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Natural Science Museum
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
The Campbell Collections
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Port Natal Maritime Museum
3.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Shopping in Durban

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Golden Hours Family Market
4.5
Duration: 4​h
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Victoria Street Market
2.6
Duration: 2​h 30​min
The Spice Emporium, Durban
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Pavillion Shopping Mall
3.8
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Featured attractions

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Zulumoon Gondolas
4.3
Duration: 30​min
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Country and Coastal Touring
5.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Segway Gliding Tours Moses Mabhida
4.6
Duration: 1​h
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Suncoast Casino
3.1
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Places to visit with Durban

St Lucia BEST FOR: Parks, Wildlife, Nature
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Howick BEST FOR: Nature, Wildlife, Nightlife
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