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Durban

3.7
Aquariums Shark Diving Gardens

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. Plan your tour of Durban and South Africa travel itinerary using our South Africa road trip website.
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Top Durban tours

Hluhluwe Game Reserve Safari BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $164
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Durban City Sightseeing Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $37
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Shark Diving
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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uShaka Marine World
4.4
Duration: 8 hours
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Durban Botanic Gardens
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Golden Mile
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min

Side trips from Durban

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

Hidden gems in Durban

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Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Safaris
4.7
Duration: 8 hours
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Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Zimbali Golf Course
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

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uShaka Wet 'n Wild
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Mitchell Park
3.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Natal Shark Board
3.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Wetrock Adventures
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min

Museums in Durban

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Phansi Museum
4.5
Duration: 1 hour
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Natural Science Museum
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
The Campbell Collections
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Kwa Muhle Museum
3.7
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Durban

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Westville Junction
Westville
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Golden Hours Family Market
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
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The Spice Emporium, Durban
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Victoria Street Market
2.6
Duration: 2h 30 min

Featured attractions

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Segway Gliding Tours Moses Mabhida
4.8
Duration: 1 hour
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Country and Coastal Touring
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Zulumoon Gondolas
4.3
Duration: 30 minutes
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Suncoast Casino
3.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Places to visit with Durban

St Lucia BEST FOR: Park, Safari, Water Body
Umhlanga Rocks BEST FOR: Beach, Shopping Mall, Casino
Ladysmith BEST FOR: Nature / Park, Battlefield, Specialty Museum
Howick BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, Waterfall, Nature / Wildlife Tour
Cathkin Park BEST FOR: Zipline, University / School, Brewery
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