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Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

4.4 (60 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation
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Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

About this activity

Embark on a scenic and guided full day tour of Durban’s Top 10.  An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will show you a variety of landmarks which highlight Durban’s diverse culture and history. Attractions to see include the Mahatma Gandhi's House, Umhlanga Promenade, Durban's Golden Mile beachfront, Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban Botanic Gardens, Victoria Street Market, Zulu Medicine & Herb Market, City Hall, KwaMuhle Museum and Ushaka Village Walk.

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At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 99 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Portuguese, Greek, English, French
Operated by
1st Zulu Safaris

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Driver/guide
  • Included: Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Drinks
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. uShaka Village Walk

    1 h 30 min

    You will visit here for shopping and lunch at the halfway point of the tour.

  2. Moses Mabhida Stadium

    20 min

    A short visit to the stadium allows tourists to see inside. The Sky Car is available to go up if its functioning or if the weather allows. Admission fee on sky car is not included.

  3. Victoria Street Market

    45 min

    At Victoria Street Market you will be given time to shop for international spices, African inspired accessories, clothing, souvenirs, home decorations, paintings and luggage etc.

  4. Stop 4

    15 min

    You will visit the Zulu Medicine and Herb Market for a cultural visit to see how Zulu medicine is sold in Durban.

  5. Durban Botanic Gardens

    45 min

    Visit the oldest surviving Botanical Gardens in Africa.

  6. Umhlanga Rocks Promenade

    20 min

    Visit the Umhlanga Pier and take in the view of the Indian Ocean and Durban in the south.

  7. Phoenix Settlement

    45 min

    Visit the home of Gandhi. Gandhi lived in South Africa for 21 years from 1893 - 1914. His house stands as a memorial to his life and all he achieved here.

  8. KwaMuhle Museum

    30 min

    This is the old Native Administration Building which is now a museum showing the Durban System exhibition about the control of African people in the city before democracy.

  9. Durban City Hall

    15 min

    Take a brief stop at Durban's historical Center to see where the city started.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet at the Tropicana Entrance.

End point

  • Meet at the Tropicana Entrance.

Pickup points

  • Gooderson Tropicana Hotel
  • Durban Harbour Passenger Terminal

Pickup & drop off service with in a 5km radius of Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, 85 OR Tambo Parade, Durban. If you are out of our pickup radius, a fee is applicable to pick up at your desired location.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

  • German and Polish languages can be requested (on request)

  • Please Note:During Holidays & Weekends KwaMuhle Museum is Close

  • If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair

Traveller ratings

4.4 out of 5 · 60 reviews
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