Durban

Nature

Umgeni River

A river that meets the sea north of Durban's natural harbor, its name meaning "river of the entrance" in Zulu. It's a great place to enjoy the natural scenery along the riverbank.

Theme parks

uShaka Marine World

A theme park in Durban, South Africa, that opened in 2000. It features a large aquarium home to about 10,000 species of marine life.

Temples & religious sites

Juma Mosque

A Sunni mosque also known by the nickname Grey Street Mosque, it stands as Durban's landmark Islamic building. Its exotic architecture makes it a great addition to a stroll through downtown.

Nature

North Beach

A beach along Durban's Golden Mile, located between Bay of Plenty and Dairy Beach. Set just north of the harbor, it's a pleasant spot for a seaside stroll or some relaxed time by the water.

Zoos & aquariums

Durban Botanic Gardens

Durban's oldest public facility and the oldest surviving botanic garden in Africa. You can take a leisurely walk through its 15 hectares of subtropical gardens.

Nature

South Beach, Durban

This area sits right in downtown Durban. Being close to the city center, it's an easy stop while exploring the city.

Temples & religious sites

Riverside Soofie Mosque and Mausoleum

A mosque and mausoleum in Durban, protected as a heritage site designated by the KwaZulu-Natal province. It's a good place to take your time exploring both the Islamic architecture and the history behind it.

Museums & galleries

KZNSA

KwaZulu Natal Society of Arts (KZNSA) is a nonprofit art gallery and art center in Durban, South Africa.