Durban Point Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

uShaka Marine World featuring rides and signage as well as a large group of people
uShaka Marine World which includes a park, signage and marine life
Photo by Marco Flammer
Photo by Marco Flammer

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World featuring rides and signage 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
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
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
Durban Botanical Gardens showing a pond, flowers and landscape views

Durban Botanical Gardens

Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.

Durban Botanical Gardens

Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World during your time in Durban? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

Activities

Magical Gondola Night Ride

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

AU$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Moses Mabhida Stadium

Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

AU$222
per adult
Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour
PIcnic on a Gondola Boat Duran Waterfront

Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal

AU$60
per traveller
Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Leopard's Rock

Oribi Gorge and Lake Eland Adventure Day Tour from Durban

AU$334
per adult
Oribi Gorge and Lake Eland Adventure Day Tour from Durban
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

AU$17
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Nelson Mandela by Marco Cianfanelli at his Memorial Capture Site

Mandela Capture Site & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban

AU$307
per adult
Mandela Capture Site & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban
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Our pick of the best Durban Point Hotel Deals

Point Waterfront Apartments

Point Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
5 Signal Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$135 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$135
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (86 reviews)
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"The location, views and apartment is really good. There are however some maintenance issues that need to be attended to. The balcony sliding door didn't lock, the water from the shower still ran out under the door and there was the first sign of cockroaches. I would suggest a fumigation regime as ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Point Waterfront Apartments
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a casino. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (457 reviews)
"I had an amazing stay,thank you"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

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Parade Hotel
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Durban Club Place, Margaret Mncadi Avenue, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$148 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$148
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
5.8/10 (42 reviews)
"The hotel has an amazing vintage architecture. The building is amazing however it needs a some tlc. The reception ladies are great, they made me feel welcomed specially that it was my first time in Durban. The security guards was really good, very welcoming as well. I had a wonderful stay at the ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$187 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$187
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
"Great staff and location"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4 out of 5
14 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$132 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$132
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (358 reviews)
"I found the hotel very good, however the surrounding streets and public areas not impressive, especially at night, quite dirty and I felt unsafe."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Durban Point

South Beach showing a sunset, surfing and landscape views

South Beach

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

South Beach
North Beach featuring a sunset and a beach

North Beach

4/5(4 area reviews)

North Beach 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 Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

North Beach
Durban featuring a mosque and heritage architecture

Durban Central Business District

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
North Beach showing modern architecture, street scenes and a hotel

Durban Beachfront

5/5(1 area review)

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
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Windermere

Windermere is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and African Art Centre.

Windermere
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Essenwood

Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.

Essenwood

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