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V&A Waterfront Curio Shops

Ndebele Traditions

The African Trading Port

Airport Curio Shops

South Africa’s roadside galleries

Basket weaving in the Eastern Cape

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V & A Waterfront

A couple visits the V & A Waterfront. They go on a cruise of the harbour and bay. After the cruise they go shopping in the V&A mall.

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Jozi party scene

The girls visit their friends in Jozi. They go for lunch in Soweto and then out for a salsa night.

Urban Experiences in KwaZulu Natal

1. uShaka Marine World
   

   Known as one of the best marine theme parks in the world. Ushaka consists of an aquarium, seal pool, dolphinarium, dive tank, snorkel reef as well as fun slides, restaurants and lots of beach fun and activities.

   
2. Beautiful Beaches
   

   Just of the main drag there are endlessly beautiful beaches where you can swim, surf and suntan. Great beachside restaurants that are family-friendly.

   
3. The Bat Centre
   

   If you love the arts, the Bat Centre is the place to be. The centre is aimed around developing local talent and there’s always something interesting going on in this fascinating artistic hub.

   
4. Gateway Shopping Centre
   

   Located on Umhlanga Ridge, the enormous Gateway Shopping Centre is so much more than just a shopping mecca – there’s a skate park, indoor wall climbing, loads of restaurants and live performances.

   
5. The Victoria Street Market
   

   This oriental haven filled with the rich aromas of India, is the perfect place to shop for spices and fabrics. It’s colourful and busy – a real slice of Durban life.

   
6. The Chief Albert Luthuli Convention
   

   One of the most cutting-edge conference facilities in the world, The Chief Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre is host to a number of local and international exhibitions and is something of a modern architectural masterpiece.

   
7. The Gandhi Memorial, Pietermaritzburg
   

   Pay your respects to Ghandi, when you next visit Pietermaritzburg. This bronze statue in Church Street commemorates Ghandi’s involvement in this region.

   
8. Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding
   

   This fascinating temple in Chatsworth is definitely worth a visit with its colourful deities, marble tiles and brass ornaments.

   
9. Wilson’s Wharf
   

   A great spot for G n T’s at the end of a long day – with gorgeous views of the yachts in this working harbour. Great restaurants serving up magnificent seafood platters.

   
10. Pietermaritzburg City Hall
    

    The Pietermaritzburg City Hall is an iconic building and popular tourist attraction. It’s known as the largest all-brick building in the Southern Hemisphere and the one to house the largest pipe organ.