Durban Full-Day Cultural and Historical Tour

Discover Durban’s vibrant spirit on an exciting full-day tour! Explore Gandhi’s House, a powerful museum of his fight against racial oppression, and drive through Inanda Township. Shop at Victoria Street Market and visit the Zulu Medicine Market to experience local traditions. Marvel at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium and take a Sky Car ride for breathtaking views. Relax at uShaka Marine World’s Village Walk with shopping, entertainment, and lunch options. Walk through Africa’s oldest botanical garden and delve into Durban’s history at KwaMuhle Museum, highlighting its apartheid past. Finish with quick stops at City Hall and the thriving harbor. An unforgettable journey into Durban’s culture, history, and stunning scenery!

What's included:

• Bottled water onboard the vehicle
• Pick up and drop off within a 10km radius of Durban
• Shared Tour Guide/Driver, Vehicle & Fuel
• Entrance fees to places of interest

Not included:

• Lunch
• Drinks (alcohol beverages are higher in price and relative to location)
• Gratuities (optional)

What to expect:

Duration: 9 hours

Durban

Durban

Clients will be picked up at their hotel in Durban or King Shaka International Airport at 9:00 am and proceed on a full-day tour of the Top 10 attractions to see on the Durban City Tour.

30 minutes

Durban and Inanda tours

4310, Bhambayi, Inanda, 4310, South Africa

Welcome to the first stop of our top 10 Durban attractions!
We visit Gandhi’s House in Inanda, now a museum honoring his 21 years in South Africa. His experiences there shaped his future activism.
The tour then continues with a drive through Inanda Township before heading to Umhlanga Promenade and the pier for stunning coastal views.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Victoria Street Market

151/155 Victoria St, Durban, 4001

The tour continues with a visit to Victoria Street Market, where you'll have time to shop for African accessories, clothing, souvenirs, and home décor.
Next door, explore the Zulu Medicine Market with your guide, who will take you on an informative tour of “Inyanga (Doctors) lane.”

This vibrant market showcases how Zulu culture thrives within the modern urban landscape.

1 hour

Moses Mabhida Stadium

44 Isaiah Tshangase Road, , Durban, 4023

Next, visit the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium, a striking feature of Durban’s skyline.
Your guide will showcase the exterior, and for an extra fee, you can take the Sky Car elevator up to the sky platform for breathtaking views of the city.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

U Shaka Marine World

1 King Shaka Avenue, Durban, 4001

The tour also includes a visit to uShaka Marine World’s Village Walk, located on the famous Golden Mile beachfront along Durban’s OR Tambo Parade.
Here, you’ll have time to shop and enjoy lunch.

uShaka Village Walk offers a unique open-air shopping experience with a variety of entertainment, family fun, and dining options in a vibrant seaside setting.

2 hours

Durban Botanic Gardens

9A John Zikhali Rd, Berea, Durban, 4001, South Africa

The tour then includes a stop at the stunning Durban Botanical Gardens, the oldest botanical garden in Africa, established in 1849, offering a peaceful oasis of lush greenery and diverse plant collections.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

KwaMuhle Museum

130 Bram Fischer Road, Durban, 4001

Next, visit the KwaMuhle Museum, formerly the headquarters of Durban’s Native Administration Department and a symbol of apartheid-era labor control.
It has now been transformed into Durban’s Apartheid Museum, offering powerful historical insights.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Durban

Durban

The rest of the tour includes quick stops at Durban’s City Hall, the bustling Durban Harbour, and the Shiva Statue at the Umgeni Hindu Temple.
At the end of the day, you'll be dropped off back at Durban City Centre.

1 hour