King Shaka International Airport 34 min
uMhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve (22 min) Nature reserve with a picnic area, birds, trails & the ruins of an Iron Age shell midden. uShaka Marine World (9 min) Family-friendly seafront aquarium & water park with a snorkeling lagoon & shark cage dives. Durban Botanic Gardens (12 min) Orchids, palms, birds & reptiles in Africa's oldest botanic garden, plus a lake & arboretum. Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve (12 min) A boardwalk runs through this scenic mangrove-swamp forest also featuring an activities center. Golden Mile Beach (7 min) This popular gold-sand beach features several piers, plus a promenade with eateries & more. Golden Mile Durban (8 min) Umgeni River Bird Park (15 min) Expansive bird center with exotic species, offering educational programs & shows in a lush setting. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (11 min) Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. Durban Natural Science Museum (7 min) Science museum featuring exhibits on the history of the Earth, including past & present life. Moses Mabhida Stadium (12 min) Bold, state-of-the-art, 56,000-seat stadium for soccer & events, with a panoramic viewing platform. Mitchell Park Zoo (15 min) Zoo featuring a variety of small animals, plus an aviary, a playground, a tea garden & more. MINITOWN (9 min) Opened in 1969, this nonprofit park offers city & other landmarks in 1:24 scale, plus a snack stand. Kwa Muhle Museum (8 min) Museum showcasing the history, culture & hardships of the city of Durban & its people. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (11 min) Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment (11 min) Spacious oceanfront casino offering a hotel, restaurants, shopping, games & other entertainment. |