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Markets of Warwick The Markets of Warwick Tour is a community based tourism project showcasing the local informal econo

Warwick Junction lies on the edge of the Durban's inner-city and is the primary public transport interchange in the city. On an average day the area accommodates 460 000 commuters, and at least 6000 street vendors. Given the confluence of rail, taxi and bus transport, this area has always been a natural market for street vendors. The Markets of Warwick includes between 5000 and 8000 vendors tradin

g in 9 distinct markets. Currently this is the only informally structured market in a public space of this magnitude, and thus establishes itself as the single most authentic African market that South Africa has to offer. The products available vary from bead work, traditional arts and crafts, traditional cuisine, fresh produce, music and entertainment merchandise, clothing, accessories and traditional medicine. Join us for a walking tour through this unique interactive cultural market!

What a fantastic day! A big thank you to Warriors Academy for taking time to visit the Markets of Warwick - you brought ...
02/07/2025

What a fantastic day! A big thank you to Warriors Academy for taking time to visit the Markets of Warwick - you brought great energy and smiles all around.

A big thank you to the CU Boulder group for joining us on the Markets of Warwick tour today. It was a pleasure to share...
22/05/2025

A big thank you to the CU Boulder group for joining us on the Markets of Warwick tour today. It was a pleasure to share the charm and history of the Warwick markets with such an enthusiastic and curious group. We hope you enjoyed the sights, stories and local treasures. Safe travels and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Join us for an exciting tour through the vibrant markets of Warwick, Durban! Experience the bustling atmosphere as we ex...
13/01/2025

Join us for an exciting tour through the vibrant markets of Warwick, Durban! Experience the bustling atmosphere as we explore a rich variety of stalls offering local crafts, fresh produce, clothing, and unique goods. Learn about the history and culture behind the markets while interacting with friendly vendors. Whether you’re looking to shop, discover new flavors, or simply soak in the lively surroundings, this tour is a perfect way to immerse yourself in the heart of Durban’s market scene. To book please email [email protected]

01/11/2024

The Barnsley Youth Choir tour ended on the perfect note as they treated us to a beautiful prayer.

The Barnsley Youth Choir from the UK joined us for a fun filled Friday tour through the Markets of Warwick this morning ...
01/11/2024

The Barnsley Youth Choir from the UK joined us for a fun filled Friday tour through the Markets of Warwick this morning - an unforgettable experience ! To book your tour please email [email protected]

Join us for a walking tour through a unique interactive cultural market!Run by a local NGO, Asiye Asiye Etafuleni, Marke...
06/09/2024

Join us for a walking tour through a unique interactive cultural market!

Run by a local NGO, Asiye Asiye Etafuleni, Markets of Warwick is a community tourism initiative that aims to bring a wider awareness to the informal economy in Durban. Over 10000 students, members of the public and tourists have been through the area since the tour's inception in 2010. This year, around 500 school pupils from a wide range of Durban schools have visited.

The money generated by these tours goes towards paying the tour guides, who are informal workers themselves, and contributing towards the Traders Against Crime community volunteers that also accompany the students on tours.

Please feel free to contact us on 031-3093880 should you wish to make an enquiry, or email us on [email protected] to book.

We hope to see you soon!

Markets of Warwick school tours are a great way for students to gain a conceptual understanding of their academic materi...
14/08/2024

Markets of Warwick school tours are a great way for students to gain a conceptual understanding of their academic material as well as a widened perspective of Durban and the informal urban workers. Today 47 Kearsney College learners joined the Markets of Warwick team for an interactive tour. To book a tour through us please email Chantal at [email protected] or Whatsapp 0713250167
Photograph: Priyanka Govender

The scale of diversity of goods sold in Durban's Markets of Warwick is visually captivating. To discover Durban's hidd...
06/02/2024

The scale of diversity of goods sold in Durban's Markets of Warwick is visually captivating.
To discover Durban's hidden gem and experience these thriving informal markets of Durban's inner-city, visit www.marketsofwarwick.co.za or email [email protected] to book a tour.

To join one of our tours through the Markets of Warwick project please email admin@aet.org.za
18/01/2024

To join one of our tours through the Markets of Warwick project please email [email protected]

Just as women are the heartbeat of a culture, the ancient skill of the Zulu heritage / nation Beadwork has long been an ...
11/11/2023

Just as women are the heartbeat of a culture, the ancient skill of the Zulu heritage / nation Beadwork has long been an important means of communication, each bead or combination telling a story whether it be a love letter, symbolic, spiritual or purely for adornment the intricate craft demands a very high level of skill. Despite the ever evolving world we live in, Beadwork has retained its relevance and has also become a highly sought after tourist acquisition. This craft is being kept alive by about 300 traders in Warwick Junction from surrounding areas who spend their time designing and beading the most beautiful items. To experience this beautiful artwork and Bead market book a Friday tour through the Markets of Warwick. Email [email protected]
Photo credits: Thembelihle Maze Nyawo

An important pillar of AeT's work is education at various levels - providing an opportunity for students of varied disci...
25/10/2023

An important pillar of AeT's work is education at various levels - providing an opportunity for students of varied disciplines to engage with informality and its assimilation into urban form and typology. This year Markets of Warwick have hosted the following schools Kearsney College, St Annes Diocesan, Curro Grantleigh, Durban Girls High, Danville Girls, Reddam, Grace College, Treverton, Warriors Academy, Michaelhouse and Wykeham Collegiate - to book your private, school or academic tour please contact [email protected] to book a tour through the Markets of Warwick programme.
Photographs St Annes Diocesan

When booking a Markets of Warwick tour underground parking is available at Victoria Street Market where we begin our tou...
31/07/2023

When booking a Markets of Warwick tour underground parking is available at Victoria Street Market where we begin our tours. Please contact [email protected] to book your tour

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Tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 14:30

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