Durban
South Africa
- Safety rating
- 4.5/10
- Best time to visit
- Pleasant year-round, with the drier, sunny winter months from May to September especially comfortable.
- Population
- 3.9M
Overview
South Africa's warm Indian Ocean playground, Durban pairs a surf-friendly Golden Mile beachfront with the largest Indian community outside India and fiery bunny-chow curries. Its subtropical climate and laid-back beach culture make it a year-round escape.
Top attractions
Stroll the Golden Mile beachfront, visit uShaka Marine World, explore the Victoria Street Market, and tour the Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Getting around
Ride-hailing apps and the People Mover beachfront bus are the easiest options; a rental car helps for exploring the coast.