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Official Guide & Visitors Information for the City of Durban in KZN, South Africa.
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Welcome to the Official page for Durban Tourism, the official tourism marketing authority for the city of Durban in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. This page serves as a resource for locals and visitors to find everything they need on what to do and see in the City of Durban. Here you will discover a community of people just like you who share a love for one of South Africa's most beautiful

cities, a natural paradise known for its gorgeous coastline of sun-kissed beaches and subtropical climate. Join in the conversation and share your travel experiences, photos, videos and stories.

28/09/2024

Last Day of the Week! The is underway at Durban New Beach. ⚽️

28/09/2024

Recapping Day 4 of : 27 SEPT Being the City celebrated tourism as the economic driver that fosters international understanding, cultural exchange and peace.

27/09/2024

MTN 8 Final 🏆 Let’s Go…. 🗣️

The countdown is on! ⏱

Just one week until the highly anticipated Final, where The Bucs and Stellies will clash in an epic showdown! 🏆

📌Moses Mabhida Stadium
🗓️Saturday, 5th October
📺SS PSL | SABC1
⏱️6 PM

27/09/2024

The EThekwini Municipality today announced the Southern Sun Hotel Group as the preferred bidder for the lease and redevelopment of the Elangeni and Maharani hotels for a period of 50 years.

This follows a comprehensive public participation process and request for proposals initiated by the municipality in terms of the applicable regulatory processes.

Pictures from L-R: eThekwini Head of Real Estate Thapelo Mmusinyane, City Manager Musa Mbhele, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba, CEO of Southern Sun, Marcel von Aulock and eThekwini Chief Financial Officer Dr Sandile Mnguni.

27/09/2024

Today, Durban celebrated . The incredible power of to connect people, foster dialogue & embrace diversity under the theme ’Tourism & Peace’.

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27/09/2024

JSE-listed hotel giant Limited has secured a 50-year lease for prime properties on the Durban beachfront, which houses its 734-room Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel.

After being the only bidder.

27/09/2024

Live Streaming: 📹

27/09/2024

Day 4 of Week: Today we celebrate the under the 2024 theme “Tourism & Peace”. Join us at Durban New Beach to commemorate this wonderful day. We also have main stage with exciting performances. Don’t miss out!

27/09/2024

Recapping Day 3 of . The Beach Activities will continue until Saturday 28 September ’24. Open to Public, Free Entry.

26/09/2024

Day 3: Week. Thursday September 26 showcased The Maritime Careers Expo, Beach Sports, and Short Film challenge, bringing together stakeholders and the public to explore career opportunities and celebrate marine innovation.

These were the scenes from Durban South Beach where participants got the chance to meet and play with players.

26/09/2024

Week. 🚀

26/09/2024

3rd Day of the : Will allow the Public to be part of the festivities. Different sports will take place at Durban New Beach. The activities include sports like Beach Soccer, Touch Rugby, Backyard Cricket, Volleyball and Surfing. Also stand a chance to see your favourite teams.

26/09/2024

25/09/2024

Day 2 of Week: DurbanFilmOffice took over, sharing industry insights to empower Durban’s ’s next generation of storytellers who promote conservation through film. We also participated in the Panel discussion curated by Noel and Pragna Kok who established the NEWF. (Nature, Environment & Wildlife Filmmakers)

25/09/2024

48-HOUR FILM CHALLENGE is kicking if this weekend 🥳

The Film Project returns and it’s takes place this weekend from 27 to 29 September.

With over 130 short films expected to be created in just two days, participants will have the chance to showcase their talent under time constraints.

Teams will receive specific elements, including two genres, a character, a prop, and a line of dialogue, which must be included in their five to seven minute films.

The challenge offers
filmmakers the opportunity to screen their films in cinemas, compete for 25 local awards, and have selected films showcased on SABC Plus.

Winning teams will represent Durban at Filmapalooza, with a chance to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival.

To register, visit www.48HourFilmcom/Durban,

Screenings will be held in October at Suncoast. See you in the big screen

25/09/2024

MATCH DAY‼️ 🟢 • 🏆

AmaZulu FC 🆚 Kaizer Chiefs
📍 Moses Mabhida Stadium
📆: 25 September 2024
🕑 19:30
📺 SS PSL (Channel 202)
🎫 Ticketpro
🌍 bit.ly/AMZ-KC

24/09/2024

Noma Sokhela, Programmes Manager for Maritime Logistics at EThekwini Municipality, explained that the "Blue Economy" encompasses various economic activities aimed at fostering the sustainable utilization of ocean resources to drive economic growth, enhance livelihoods, and create jobs, all while ensuring the health of ocean ecosystems.

24/09/2024

Week in full swing.

Sithole ithuba lokukhuluma noWinile Mntungwa oyi-Deputy Head eMnyangweni wezokuvakasha eThekwini ngosuku lwanamhlanje
Durban Tourism

24/09/2024

Today, Durban proudly kicked off the week, coinciding with South Africa’s . 🇿🇦 The residents of Durban enjoyed a vibrant carnival show that showcased the rich cultural diversity present in the city.

24/09/2024

Celebrating unity in diversity. Happy Mzansi! 🇿🇦

23/09/2024

Durban is set to become the epicentre of maritime innovation and sustainability this September as it prepares to host the inaugural Blue Economy Week, running from 24 to 28 September.

This event will highlight the City’s commitment to harnessing the potential of its Blue Economy to attract and enhance international events. The Blue Economy Week will showcase cutting-edge technologies, innovations and solutions derived from scientific research and indigenous knowledge.

The transformative week will also engage the community in sustainable ocean-based economic activities, reinforcing Durban’s status as a premier global tourism destination.

23/09/2024

Durban is set to become the epicentre of maritime innovation and sustainability this September as it prepares to host the inaugural Blue Economy Week, running from 24 to 28 September.

22/09/2024

Day 2 of was amazing. Now we hope to see you in Durban soon.

Address

90 Florida Road
Durban
4001

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00
Saturday	09:00 - 16:00
Sunday	09:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27 31 322 4164

Website

http://visitdurban.travel/

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Blue Economy Week #WorldTourismDay

Recapping Day 4 of #BlueEconomy: 27 SEPT Being #WorldTourismDay the City celebrated tourism as the economic driver that fosters international understanding, cultural exchange and peace. #VisitDurban #EndlessWavesOfTranquility

Day 3: #BlueEconomy Week.

Recapping Day 3 of #BlueEconomy. The Beach Activities will continue until Saturday 28 September ’24. Open to Public, Free Entry. #VisitDurban #EndlessWavesOfTranquility

Blue Economy

Durban is set to become the epicentre of maritime innovation and sustainability this September as it prepares to host the inaugural Blue Economy Week, running from 24 to 28 September. This event will highlight the City’s commitment to harnessing the potential of its Blue Economy to attract and enhance international events. The Blue Economy Week will showcase cutting-edge technologies, innovations and solutions derived from scientific research and indigenous knowledge. The transformative week will also engage the community in sustainable ocean-based economic activities, reinforcing Durban’s status as a premier global tourism destination. #BlueEconomy #Maritime #VisitDurban #DurbanTranquility #endlesswavesoftranquility

Still invading Gauteng! Our enthusiastic Activation Team is at The Fourways Farmers Market today.📍 #DurbanHasMore #VisitDurban #EndlessWavesOfTranquillity

@siyabunny was in the house for the #DFF13 @dbnfashion_fair showcase, and not only was she absolutely in awe of the fashion in show, but she’s absolutely LOVING being in Durban! Straight after her beans curry bunny chow lekker local 🏝️👌🏽🤙🏽!!YOU can also still attend the final night of the Coming of Age showcase! Simply go over to Webtickets, Boxer or Pick n Pay to purchase your ticket from only R120!#DurbanFashion #endlesswavesoftranquility #endlessummer #durbanhasmore

DFF Coming of Age Fashion Showcase

Durban Fashion Fair

EThekwini is bringing you🫵🏾 12 SHOW-STOPPING SHOWS📣 70+ TALENTED DESIGNERS📣📣 1 UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE💥💥💥 Get ready for the most anticipated fashion event of the year #DFF13 #ComingOfAge Fashion Showcase🚀🚀🚀 Join us for 3 unforgettable days of style, creativity, and self-expression as we celebrate the evolution of fashion and the emergence of new talent. From emerging designers to established brands, our #ComingOfAge showcase promises to deliver a diverse and captivating lineup of fashion, art, and culture. 🚨GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!🚨 🎟️🔗: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1552769144 🗓️: 18:20 September ‘24 📍: The Urban Station Event Spuace #DFF13 #ComingOfAge #SupportLocal #BuyLocal

What will our lives ever be without the 360 photo booth!? And what would the Women In Tourism event have been without these amazing, vibe-y women!?What an incredible day, and incredible way to close off Women’s Month, in collaboration, celebrating and elevation of women in this important sector and major contributor to our economy, TOURISM 🏝️🎡🚀🗽!#VisitDurban this #EndlessSummer season as we celebrate #WomenInTourism, because #DurbanHasMore!!

The stage has been set… the women of EThekwini Municipality tourism are spoiled at this prestigious event that has been set specifically for them!!#WomenInTourism #DurbanHasMore #VisitDurban

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Our Story

Sunny skies, all year warm days and nights accompanied by fun filled beach activities, musical concerts, exciting night lifestyle and adrenaline filled activities are a sign that you have finally arrived at one of the Top 52 must visit destinations in 2018. This is one of the most recent accolade the city of Durban has received from Fodor Travel - a US Based Tourism Publication. Durban continues to attract both local and international visitors to the city and kept them entertained.

The city has proven time and time again that it is the destination for international sports and events. The city has played host to major international events and conferences including but not limited to NAM Summit, COP 17, BRICS, HICA, 13th International Aids Conference and has been awarded to host Tourism Indaba for the next 5 years. Indaba is one of the premier tourism platform that discuss the growth and economic development of our tourism industry. It is expected to generate an estimated R500 million in economic impact for the City and Province over the next five years. In 2016/17 Indaba attracted 18 500 visitors with an economic contribution of R 26,2 million

Accolades won by Durban

2017 - Durban Africa’s first UNESCO City of Literature

2017 - Durban is one of the top 52 destinations to visit in 2018 by Fodor’s Travel. Fodor’s is one of the most prolific guidebook publishers and travel resources in the U.S. market.

2017 - Moses Mabhida Stadium is included in a Conde Nast Traveler online round-up of the 20 most beautiful places in South Africa.

2017 - Durban is a proud to be nominated by the World Travel Awards as Africa’s Leading Meetings & Conference Destination 2017. The Durban ICC has been awarded Africa’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre 2017.

The Hilton Durban was awarded South Africa’s Leading Business Hotel for 2017.

2017 – Durban named ‘SA City with highest Quality of Life" by Mercer's Annual Quality of Living Survey

Max’s Lifestyle has been selected as Best out of 207 Restaurants in the World by a Leading Travel Institution, Conde Nast Traveller

The Oyster Box Hotel voted by TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards - Voted No. 1 Top Hotel in South Africa - 2017 Partnerships

What to Discover in Durban?

From adrenaline-fueled adventures to family-orientated activities, or simply a relaxed holiday on the beach, Durban offers something for everyone. Due to its mild climate, Durban has laid-back outdoor lifestyle, providing fun-filled activities ranging from mountain-biking and diving, to deep-sea fishing, game viewing, or historical battlefield tours.

For those looking for a relaxed beach holiday, Durban’s long stretch of coastline provide a multitude of golden beaches will leave visitors spoiled for choice. Hiking or visits to cultural villages? Just a half an hour’s drive out of the city will have visitors where they want to be!