Durban City Walking Tours

Step into the Heart of Durban’s Rich History & Culture

Experience Durban like never before with our immersive City Walking Tours. Led by knowledgeable local guides, these guided walking experiences take you on a journey through the city's diverse history, culture, and architectural heritage. Whether you’re interested in the vibrant Indian and Zulu influences, the city’s colonial past, or its fascinating architecture, our walking tours offer a unique, up-close perspective of Durban’s most iconic landmarks.

1. The Oriental Walk-About Tour

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Durban’s Indian and Zulu communities, as well as the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, who spent his formative years in the city. This tour takes you through some of Durban’s most significant historical and cultural sites, including:

🔹 Durban’s first railway & historical buildings
🔹 The influence of Mahatma Gandhi on the city
🔹 Jumma Musjid Mosque – The largest mosque in the Southern Hemisphere
🔹 Emmanuel Cathedral – A landmark of faith and history
🔹 Muti (Traditional Medicine) Market – Learn about African healing traditions
🔹 Meat and Fish Markets – See Durban’s bustling trade hubs
🔹 Victoria Street Market – A vibrant marketplace filled with spices, crafts, and curios

2. The Historical Walk-About Tour

Step back in time as you explore Durban’s colonial history, famous landmarks, and stunning Art Deco architecture. This tour highlights the city’s most notable buildings, monuments, and statues, including:

🏛 Station Building – A symbol of Durban’s early transport system
🏛 Town Hall & City Hall – Iconic landmarks showcasing Edwardian architecture
🏛 Francis Farewell Square – Named after the city’s founder
🏛 Dick King Statue & Vasco Da Gama Clock – Memorials to key historical figures
🏛 John Ross Statue – Honoring a young adventurer’s journey to Delagoa Bay
🏛 Old Court House & Old Train Station Buildings – Key colonial-era sites
🏛 KwaMuhle Museum – Learn about Durban’s apartheid history and resilience

Tour Details

📅 Days: Monday to Friday
⏳ Times: 9:30 AM & 1:30 PM (Twice Daily)
📍 Start & End Point: KwaMuhle Museum, 130 Bram Fischer Road (Former Ordinance Road), Durban
👣 Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
👥 Group Size: Minimum of 2 people, Maximum of 6 per guide

🔆 What to Bring:
✔️ Comfortable walking shoes
✔️ Sunscreen & Hat
✔️ Water bottle

Book Your Durban City Walking Tour Today!

📞 Call: 031 322 4209
📧 Email: info@visitdurban.travel
🌍 Website: VisitDurban.travel

Uncover the stories, cultures, and hidden gems of Durban—one step at a time! 🚶‍♂️✨