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
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
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
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

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

NZ$242
per adult
Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour
Magical Gondola Night Ride

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

NZ$19
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$14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
PIcnic on a Gondola Boat Duran Waterfront

Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal

NZ$65
per traveller
Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

NZ$19
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

NZ$336
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 NZ$148 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$148
23 July - 24 July
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
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 NZ$159 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$159
24 July - 25 July
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
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
3 out of 5
Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$159 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$159
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (485 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
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! (19 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Belaire Suites
Belaire Suites
4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$103 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$103
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (888 reviews)
Dreadful service
"Good value. Well located. Only issues are service 1) breakfast is great BUT coffee never arrives. For gods sake install self service coffee machines 2) the cafe bar has terriblecservice and the staff even joke about delaying serving you. They think you cant understand them but i understand zulu. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Belaire Suites
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 NZ$154 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$154
27 July - 28 July
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! (355 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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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 which includes a sandy beach and a sunset

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 heritage architecture and a mosque

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 a city, a hotel and a coastal town

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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