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Things to see in Durban (South Africa): 20 places and when to go
Durban is a major city in South Africa with around 2,729,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Wildlife (10), Temples (4). The best known are Juma Mosque, Durban, Emmanuel Cathedral and Umhlanga Rocks Lighthouse. The best time to come is July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 13 h 55 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -29.8631, 30.9781
- Population
- About 2,729,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (10) · Wildlife (10) · Temples (4) · With kids (3) · Architecture (2) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- July to April.
- Also possible
- May to June.
- Nearest airport
- DUR Durban, 31 km as the crow flies
What to see in Durban
The places in and around Durban, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Juma Mosque, DurbanMosque in Durban, South Africa3.8 km
- Emmanuel CathedralChurch in Durban, South Africa3.7 km
- Umhlanga Rocks LighthouseLighthouse in South Africa18 km
- Burman BushNature reserve in Durban6.4 km
- Durban South Africa TempleBuilding in South Africa20 km
- Krantzkloof Nature ReserveNature reserve in Kloof, KwaZulu-Natal18 km
- Beachwood Mangroves Nature ReserveNature reserve at the Umgeni River mouth, north of Durban, South Africa9.0 km
- Bluff Nature ReserveNature reserve in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa8.1 km
- Kenneth Stainbank Nature ReserveNature reserve in Durban, South Africa6.6 km
- Mitchell Park ZooZoo in Durban, South Africa5.3 km
- New Germany Nature ReserveNature reserve in Germany10 km
- North Park Nature ReserveProtected area in Queensburgh, South Africa9.2 km
- Pigeon ValleyNature reserve in Durban, South Africa886 m
- Blameys BayBay in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa47 km
- Cooper LightLighthouse in South Africa8.5 km
- Glenholme Nature ReserveNature reserve in western South Africa16 km
- Lambert Road Baptist ChurchChurch in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa5.5 km
- Adventure ValleyWith kids49 km
- Durban FunworldWith kids6.0 km
- Robsons BreweryBrewery6.8 km
When to go to Durban
The best time to visit Durban is July to April; also possible: May to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time13:43
- FebBest time13:02
- MarBest time12:13
- AprBest time11:16
- MayPossible10:30
- JunPossible10:05
- JulBest time10:15
- AugBest time10:55
- SepBest time11:50
- OctBest time12:45
- NovBest time13:32
- DecBest time13:55
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 13 h 55 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 05. In January, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to South Africa in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Durban
The nearest main airport is King Shaka International Airport (DUR, Durban), 31 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Africa (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Pietermaritzburg9 places63 km
- Port Shepstone8 places108 km
- Swinburne5 places233 km
- Port St. Johns7 places240 km
- Volksrust5 places298 km
- Queenstown, South Africa6 places452 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Durban?
The best known: Juma Mosque, Durban, Emmanuel Cathedral, Umhlanga Rocks Lighthouse, Burman Bush, Durban South Africa Temple. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Durban?
July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 13 h 55 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 05.
How do you get to Durban?
The nearest main airport is King Shaka International Airport (DUR), 31 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Durban as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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