Durban offers something different from Cape Town and Johannesburg — South Africa‘s winter sun destination where locals head when the rest of the country shivers, combining Indian Ocean beaches with the country’s largest Indian population, creating a distinctive cultural blend you won’t find elsewhere. From the city’s skyline and beaches to its often-overlooked museums like the powerful KwaMuhle Museum that explains apartheid’s origins specifically in Durban, this coastal city rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious South African safari-and-Cape Town circuit.
These guides provide both the 7 reasons to visit Durban that make it worth your time and 7 personal recommendations to improve a short break — covering everything from where to eat the city’s famous bunny chow to understanding why Durban’s warmth (both climatic and cultural) sets it apart from South Africa’s more famous destinations. Whether you’re interested in the city’s complex history, its distinctive Indian-African fusion culture, or simply want reliable sunshine when the rest of South Africa’s battening down for winter, these articles offer honest insights into a city that often gets overlooked but delivers authentic South African coastal experiences without the crowds and costs of more famous destinations.
This is the index page for travel articles about Durban, South Africa, on Planet Whitley. Links to the currently uploaded pieces are below, although there are more to come.
- Why Durban is South Africa’s winter sun destination.
- 7 reasons to visit Durban.
- 7 recommendations for Durban.
- Review of the KwaMuhle Museum.
