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

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4/5(7 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

NZ$11
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

NZ$145
per adult
Durban: Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
Magical Gondola Night Ride

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

NZ$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

NZ$15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

NZ$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
Durban sunset

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

NZ$110
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of 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 NZ$150 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$150
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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)
Objective
"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 July 2025

Point Waterfront Apartments
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$244 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$244
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (165 reviews)
"very clean"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
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! (460 reviews)

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Parade Hotel
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
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 (44 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

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Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Fantastic budget hotel
"This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3 out of 5
2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$131 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$131
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (607 reviews)
"very healthy. i did not visit the pool"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
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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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