Things to do in KwaZulu-Natal

Activities, attractions and tours

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Most popular experiences in KwaZulu-Natal

Tours & day trips

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Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €53 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €53 per adult
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Water activities

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Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is €9 per adult
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What to do in KwaZulu-Natal

Popular places to visit

Umhlanga Rocks Beach which includes a coastal town, landscape views and a sandy beach

Umhlanga Rocks Beach

Surfing competitions, a picturesque lighthouse, a scenic nature reserve and walks along a waterfront boardwalk welcome visitors to Umhlanga’s lively main beach.

Umhlanga Rocks Beach
uShaka Marine World showing signage and rides as well as a large group of people

uShaka Marine World

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Durban Beach

Durban Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Durban Beach
Golden Mile

Golden Mile

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Golden Mile
Moses Mabhida Stadium

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium
Gateway Theatre of Shopping

Gateway Theatre of Shopping

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gateway Theatre of Shopping during your trip to Umhlanga Ridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping
St. Lucia Estuary Beach

St. Lucia Estuary Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, St. Lucia Estuary Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to St. Lucia. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

St. Lucia Estuary Beach
Greater St Lucia Wetland Park featuring wetlands, a park and a sunset

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

This nature reserve spans a diverse range of coastal, lake, savannah and wetland habitats teeming with hippos, leopards, elephants, antelope, whales and turtles.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park
Umhlanga Main Beach

Umhlanga Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Umhlanga Main Beach during your trip to uMhlanga? Discover the entertainment venues and spas in this trendy area.

Umhlanga Main Beach

Areas of KwaZulu-Natal

North Beach which includes a hotel, street scenes and skyline

Durban Beachfront

4/5(2 area reviews)

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Durban Beachfront
South Beach featuring a sunset, surfing and surf

South Beach

3/5(5 area reviews)

Part of Durban’s wonderful Golden Mile, this sandy beach has safe swimming and a surf museum, an amusement park, a waterpark and an aquarium.

South Beach
North Beach featuring a sunset and a sandy beach

North Beach

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.

North Beach
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Morningside

4/5(4 area reviews)

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

Morningside
Durban showing a mosque and heritage architecture

Durban Central Business District

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.

Durban Central Business District
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Overport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium and Durban Botanical Gardens.

Overport
Durban which includes a city, general coastal views and night scenes

Durban

Pietermaritzburg featuring a city, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Pietermaritzburg

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