Travel in Durban
One of South Africa's most enjoyable cities, Durban is a magnificent blend of sun and fun. Appropriately enough, the Zulu name for Durban is Thekwini, meaning "The Place Where the Earth and the Ocean Meet." But apart from an effervescent ocean lined with golden beaches, Durban offers a subtropical carnival atmosphere and summer sunshine all year round. From around the globe, day in, day out, pleasure-seekers converge on the city to play on the golden, palm-fringed sands. In addition to the attractions of sea, surf and sport, leisure options encompass an eclectic range.At excellent one-stop shopping centers, you can buy anything from photographic equipment to couturier clothes and rare antiques. Flea markets and craft trails attract leisurely browsers, and discount stores offer quality merchandise at bargain basement prices. Within a stone's throw of the city center, oriental bazaars, fragrant with spice and incense, offer silks, saris, unusual jewelry and ornaments.
Pubs, discos and action bars are firm favorites. Theatres and concert halls present classical, avant-garde and ethnic programes, and art galleries display works created by the internationally famous and up-and-coming local talents. Restaurants represent every facet of the city's cosmopolitan nature and cater for every palate and pocket. At the end of the day, what could be better that strolling on the beach to the rhythm of the waves?
Courtesy of the South Africa Tourism Board
Travel in Durban Attractions
GeoPassage tours offers multitudes of travel opportunities, Durban is just one of the many cities we offer day tours and individual attractions to, be sure to check out our entire catalog.
