Must-see attractions in Durban

Durbanites are proud of their state-of-the-art stadium, constructed for the 2010 World Cup. Resembling a giant basket, it seats 56,000 people, and its…

Divided into areas including Sea World and Wet’n’Wild, uShaka Marine World boasts one of the largest aquariums in the world, the biggest collection of…

These collections are well worth seeing. Muckleneuk, a superb house designed by Sir Herbert Baker, holds the documents and artefacts collected by Dr…

A 2000-sq-metre garden featuring one of the rarest cycads (Encephalartos woodii), as well as many species of bromeliad, this is a lovely place to wander…

Found southwest of the city centre, this museum features a private collection of Southern African tribal artefacts, displayed in Roberts House, a…

At the heart of the beachfront along Durban's Golden Mile. Popular with sunbathers and beach-sports enthusiasts.

Situated in Durban’s west, this is the biggest Hare Krishna temple in the southern hemisphere. The unusual building is designed in the shape of a lotus…

An often forgotten gem of Durban's historic past lies just outside the city in the Phoenix township. Here you can visit the house where Mahatma Gandhi…

This florid Victorian monument on the embankment, just east of Stalwart Simelane St, was presented by the Portuguese government in 1897 to mark the 400th…

This once-hip waterside development is now a little tired, but it’s the best place to get a view of Durban’s harbour and its activities. The harbour is…

Found on the Umgeni River, north of the centre, this bird park makes for a relaxing escape from the throng. You can see many African bird species in lush…

This playful beach once had a reputation for being dangerous, but after an extensive revamp it's now a haven for families. There are playgrounds, food…

On the eastern side of the main post office you’ll find a square with an old vicarage and the 1909 St Paul’s Church.

This popular beach is located beside uShaka Marine World. It's good for swimming and popular with families.

Consistent waves due to a good beach break make this a hot surfing spot on Durban's Golden Mile.

The somewhat sheltered beach at uShaka Marine World marks the southern end of the Golden Mile.

Built in 1903; parts of the old St Joseph's church (1852) were incorporated into the building.

A popular and often crowded swimming beach north of the harbour on Durban's Golden Mile.

This glimmering glass-and-steel building hosts concerts, conventions and conferences.

A popular beach for water-sport activities such as jet skiing.