Big Rush
This is an exhilirating experience that will have you
racing for more. Swing from the arch in the Durban stadium
which is 106 metres of the ground.
Tickets at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, Tel: 031-312-9281

Tour Durban on a Bicycle
These tours are offered in Durban central. visitors can hire
bicycles from the operator and ride around the city, making some intersting stops
along teh way.
Bike and Saddle, Tel: 031-813-5633

Adventure Golf
There are 3 courses, 9 holes each. Choose your course and exercise your putt putt skills. This is great family fun.
Open Daily
Tickets R55 (Adults) R49 (under 16)
The Pavilion, Tel: 031-265-1570

Durban Botanic Gardens
Located on the slopes of Berea Hill, these gardens contain a wealth of plant species and some very rare ones to. It was established in 1849 and one of the attractions is the Orchid House.
Open Daily, Tel: 031-309-9240

Umgeni River Bird Park in Durban
Located on the banks of the Umgeni River, this park offers visitors a network of paths to follow and observe the exotic bird life.
Open daily @ 9am-5pm
Tickets on Entry, Tel: 031-579-4600

Bangladesh Market
This is probably the oldest market in Durban. Its a colourful, vibrant and bustling market that stock everything from clothing, spices, vegetables and kitchenware. This is definetly one of those hidden gems.
Free entry
Bangladesh Market, Tel: 031-307-7595

Florida Road Lifestyle Market
Celebrating ethekwini municipality locally manufactured products, proudly brought to you by the Durban Tourism Unit.
Free entry
Florida Road

Car Boot Market at Greyville
One of Durban’s biggest weekly flea markets. You can find all types of goodies here, bottom line is, everything is sold from a boot. So, if it could fit in a boot then you will probably find it here. Including a kitchen sink.
Free entry
First Avenue, Greyville.

Wonder Market
Some of KZN’s best crafts, design and food will be on offer. Live music will have you entertained, so pack your picnic blankets to lounge on the lawn. Delicious goodies on offer include crepes, falafels, curries and preserves.
Free
Umhlanga Rocks

Victoria Street Market
At the market you could find Eastern and African products. From humble items like beads and brass to spices, tobacco and sculptures. The fish market is quite an eye opener even for the local tourist.
Monday to Saturday @ 8am-6pm
Entry is free
Victoria Street Market, Tel: 031-306-4021

Fresh Air Market at Jimmy Bellows
Every Thursday Westville residents can buy fresh vegetables, fruit and plants at Jimmy Bellows Sports ground. Situated a stone throw away from The Pavillion.
Thursdays @ 9am-12pm
Entry is free
Jimmy Bellows Sports Ground

I heart market
The “I Heart Market” brings you a wholesome market experience. The focus is shifted from the usual market fan fair to unique items. Designers, crafters, chefs and bakers display their goodies that are all uniquely handmade. There is no mass produced items allowed, like items you would find in a shopping mall.
1st Saturday of every month @ 9am – 2pm
Entry is free
Moses Mabhida Stadium grounds

The Stables Lifestyle Market
The stables are transformed stalls that stock everything from home decor to antiques. Each lane is named after famous race horses. Visitors can also enjoy diverse food outlets and live music.
Wednesdays and Fridays @ 10am – 5pm
Entry is free
Jackson Drive, Rugby Stadium, Tel: 031-312-3058

The Stables Lifestyle Market
The stables are transformed stalls that stock everything from home decor to antiques. Each lane is named after famous race horses. Visitors can also enjoy diverse food outlets and live music.
Wednesdays and Fridays @ 10am – 5pm
Entry is free
Jackson Drive, Rugby Stadium, Tel: 031-312-3058

Umgeni River Bird Park
Vibrant colour Macaws and Cockatoos a plenty, the bird park offers kids of all ages an interesting experience where they can learn about birds and walk amongst them. Tea Garden available.
Open Daily @ 9am-5pm
Tickets on Entry
Durban North, Tel: 031-579-4600

Ushaka Marine World
This is the biggest water world in South Africa. It’s all freshwater with slides and pools a plenty. There is a new slide that promises any adrenalin junky a thrill of a life time.
Open Daily @ 9am-5pm
Tickets R125 (Adults), R95 (Kids 3 to 12 years)
Ushaka Marine World, Tel: 031-328-8000

Sugar man – Cold Fact
The legendary Rodriguez will be in Durban this weekend. After being found, this legend of music will be performing all his hits from his self written albums.
19thMay @ 8:30pm
R120
The Heritage Theatre,Tel: 031-765-4197

Dance, You’re on fire
A band that mix the genres of indie rock and rock and roll to create music that is new and fresh.
18th May @ 8pm
R70
Live, Tel: 084-510-3107

Amy White
Amy is 23 years old and is a singer/songwriter in Durban. She has her Bachelors in Music and a diploma in sound engineering. Her musical talent is captivating and a must see.
19th May @ 12pm
Free
Oyster Box, Tel: 031-514-5000

Rene Tshiakanyi in Concert
Rene is French and from Congo with a love of music and the guitar. He plays a variety of music in both English and French.
19th May @ 1pm
Free
KZNSA Gallery, Tel: 031-277-1705

Wallace Nock
He is no stranger to the music world and is talented and experienced in a variety of musical instruments.
18th May @ 12pm
Free
Oyster Box, Tel: 031-514-5000

Brothers in blood
The show is a riveting drama that involves so many contentious issues while still bringing across a story human love.
Until 19th May @ 7pm
R65
The Playhouse company, Tel: 031-369-9596

Youth Music
An annual music festival that’s sees young music talent as well the KZN Youth Orchestra take to the stage to wow audiences.
19th May @ 3pm
R40
Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, Tel: 031-260-2296

Glory Days
Enjoy a musical journey through the 80’s at the Baryard.
19th May @ 8pm
R150
Barnyard Theatre, Tel: 031-566-3045

Quarter Beans Bru!
This is a story that takes place in the set of an Indian take away, where they are well known for their vegetarian bunny chows. The comedy in born from the interactions between customer and shop owner.
19th May @ 8pm
R100
Catalina Theatre, Tel: 031-305-6889

Hairspray
The Treverton College have produced their own version of the popular Broadway show “Haispray” and will be performing to public and fellow students.
17th May @ 7pm
R30
Treverton college, Tel: 033-236-1251

Johannesburg Zoo
The zoo’s primary purpose is to take care of wild animals and rehabilitate them. All animals are well looked after and are in natural enclosures for public to view. An educational experience for the whole family.
Tickets at the gate.
Tel: 011-646-2000

Montecasino Bird Gardens
Visitor can view over 165 species of birds in the beautiful gardens of Montecasino. An amazing experience. They also have bird shows with trained birds and offer guided tours.
Tickets at the gate.
Tel: 011-511-1864

Go Karting
An adrenalin junkies dream what with the smell of fuel and burning rubber. The circuit is really well set up with a full integrated AMB system, perfect for race days. They cater for corporate events and parties as well. They are also introducing a motard offroad circuit.
Open daily
Tickets as per laps and time
Action Karting, Tel: 011-422-1028

Adventure Golf
The adventure gold course is located in beautiful gadens and waterfalls. It provides the family with hours of fun. They cater for parties, corporate events and school outings.
Open daily, 9am to 10pm
Tickets R42 (Adults), R36 (under 16), R29 (under 7)
Adventure Golf, Tel: 011-465-8452

The Neighbourhoods Market
Every Saturday, on offer is some interesting gourmet foods and cocktails.
Every Saturday @ 9am till 3pm
Free entry
73 Juta Street, Braamfontein.

Thursday Night Market
Something different, market on main will host a night market every first Thursday of the month from 7pm till 11pm. Food, clothing and drinks on offer.
1st Thursday of new month
Free Entry
Arts On Main, Tel: 083-245-3628

Killarney Wholesome Market:
From gluten free cakes and colourful arts and crafts, Killarney has it. You could even take classes in knitting and crocheting at the market. Based on 60 Riviera Road inside the Woolworths court.
Every Thursday @ 9am-3pm
Entrance is free
Woolworths on Riviera, Tel: 083 311 4768

Bryanston Organic Market:
The original Natural market of Johannesburg. Emphasis is on quality hand crafted goods, wholesome foods and unique art pieces.
Thursdays and Saturdays @ 9am – 3pm
Entrance is free
Bryanston, Tel: 011 706 3671

The Yard:
Take the kids to the yard, a relaxing play garden with sandpits, swings, bunnies and lots of fun for the young ones.
Open daily @ 2pm – 5pm
R30 per child over 12 months
Braamfontein, Tel: 083-391-4921

French style Market:
Alliance Francais invites you to experience their French flea market. Items available for sale will include Clothing, arts and crafts, wood toys and French cheese. 17 Lower Park Drive, Parkview.
Every Saturday @ 9am
Live music at 1pm
Entry is free
Parkview, Tel: 011-646-1169

Morning Glen Market:
Great food and craft market with Jumping castles, snacks, creative gifts and arts and crafts.
9 Bowling Avenue, Gallo Manor, Sandton.
Sundays , 9am – 2pm
Entry is free
Gallo Manor, Sandton, Tel: 011-802-3544

Chef and The fat man market:
Taking place every Saturday and Sunday at Chef and The Fatman. Based in Witkoppen Road, Northriding. Some lovely homemade eats on offer as well jams, pickles and crafts.
Every Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 3pm
Entry is free
Witkoppen, Tel: 01- 029-4820

Paulshof Food market:
This a relaxing market where you can enjoy fine cuisine in the forest and spend quality time with family and friends. Based at 131 Holkham Road, Paulshof, Sandton.
Every Saturday @ 8am – 2pm
Entry is free
Paulshof, Sandton, Tel: 082-465-3682

African Craft Market
Craft work from all parts of Africa available, including work from Zimbabwe, Congo and Namibia. All this housed in a double storey craft market.
Every Day @ 9am – 6pm
Entry is free
Corner of Cradock Avenue and Baker Street, Rosebank, Tel: 011-880-2906

Rooftop Market
Probably one of the best rooftop flea markets in South Africa. More than 500 stalls ranging from clothes, ceramics, arts and crafts to antiques and collectibles.
Sundays @ 9am – 5pm
Entry is free
Corner Cradock and Becker Street, Rosebank, Tel: 011-442-4488

Bruma Lake Flea Market
Based just near to the Eastgate Shopping mall, this market offers clothes and crafts. There is all live entertainment and plenty of activities for the kids at Kids World.
Daily except Mondays @ 9:30am – 5pm
Entry is free
Cnr Ernest Oppenheimer and Marcia Avenue, Bruma, Tel: 011-622-9648

Crafters Market
Specialising in only African arts, crafts and curios. A perfect stop for tourists wanting to take a piece of Africa home.
Daily @ 9am – 7pm
Entry is free
Clearwater Mall, Clearwater, Tel: 011-475-8644

Hillfox market
Over 250 traders and always a bargain, find top brands selling here for 50%.
Weekends @ 9am – 5pm
Entry is free
Hillfox Value centre, Weltevreden Park, Tel: 011-442-4488

Hospice Charity Market
Raising money for charity work, from bric-a-brac to collectibles.
Mondays to Saturdays @ 9am-4:30pm
Entry is free
Cnr 9th and Louis Botha Avenue, Orange Grove, Tel: 011-728-0737

Play Days at The Yard
Enjoy a relaxing time in the expansive play garden complete with sandpit, bunnies, trampoline and more.
The Yard, Tel: 08-391-4921

Waka berry in Lonehill
Yours kids will have loads of fun here. The concept is simple, you get a cup and get to fill it with your favourite flavours of frozen yoghurt. To add to that, there are plenty of toppings to choose from,from short bread biscuits to chocolate and fudge.
Based in Lonehill, Tel: 011-0265618

Bruma Lake Flea Market
Based just near to the Eastgate Shopping mall, this market offers clothes and crafts. There is all live entertainment and plenty of activities for the kids at Kids World.
Daily except Mondays, 9:30am – 5pm
Entry is free
Cnr Ernest Oppenheimer and Marcia Avenue, Bruma, Tel: 011-622-9648

Monte Casino Bird Gardens
Over 165 species of birds and home to 1200 birds, reptiles, amphibians and smaller critters.
Open daily with scheduled shows
Tickets Adults – R40, Children – R27
Monte Casino,Tel: 011-511-1864

Northgate Shopping Centre
Take the kids ice skating and for a game of paintball at the mall.
Open daily @ 9am-6pm
Tickets at attractions
Northgate Island, Tel: 011-794-1687

Avalanche Ski,snow and Bumboarding
A perfect venue for kids parties with ski slope and bumboarding slope. Let them frolic in the snow and glide down the 65m slope.
Open Daily, Sunday – Thursday @ 9am – 5pm
Tickets per session
Cedar Square Shopping Centre, Fourways, Tel: 011-467-2426

Kays Place
A full indoor adventure playground that is supervised and secure for toddlers and young kids alike (max height 1.4m). Jungle Gyms, ball ponds, jumping castle and much more activities. Coffee shop onsite offering light meals and beverages.
Open daily @ 9am-5pm
Tickets are R30 per hour (under 3 years) and R39.50 (over 3 years)
Stonebridge Shopping Centre, Tel: 011-452-2180

Jungle Gym Rumble indoor playground
Offering entertainment and care for kids. Its a paradise of jumping castles, slides, bumper car and arcade. They also specialise is kids parties and have tailor made packages for events.
Tuesday to Saturday @ 9am-5pm
Tickets go by the hour, available at venue
Panorama Shop & Leisure Centre, Tel: 011-432-0403