Durban, South Africa — Activities
Durban Culture
Durban has a lively arts scene, which reflects the city's cultural diversity - it offers a rich choice of African, Indian and western entertainment.
Music
KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra
The orchestra strings together an interesting spring concert program, and there are weekly performances in the City Hall.
Tel: (031) 369 9438.
Website: www.kznpo.co.za
Theater
Natal Playhouse
The Natal Playhouse is Durban’s flagship theater, staging drama, musical and dance productions.
Smith Street
Tel: (031) 369 9555.
Website: www.playhousecompany.com
BAT Center
The waterside BAT Center on the harborside offers a wide range of arts disciplines, ranging from live music and theater to poetry recitals.
Maritime Place
Tel: (031) 332 0451.
Website: www.batcenter.co.za
Durban Tours
Walking tours
A selection of city walking tour itineraries, led by qualified guides, is offered by the tourist board, departing from the Tourist Junction in Pine Street.
Tel: (031) 304 4934.
Website: www.durban.kzn.org.za
Bus tours
There is a large number of operators offering minibus and coach tour itineraries. Major operators include Tours South Africa which offers a wide range of half day and day tours in and around the city. Tekweni Ecotours offers a ‘Durban City Explorer’ tour, taking in the main city sights and concluding with a visit to a local township for a traditional Zulu meal served in a private house.
Tours South Africa
Tel: (021) 701 1202.
Website: www.tourssouthafrica.co.za
Tekweni Ecotours
Tel: (031) 332 0575.
Website: www.tekweniecotours.co.za
Dolphin- and whale-watching tours
Dolphin and whale watching boat trips depart daily from uShaka Sea World, operated by Ocean Safaris. The hour-long tour includes the chance to snorkel in reefs and wrecks en route.
Tel: (084) 565 5328.
Website: www.airandoceansafaris.co.za
