Where is Durban, South Africa?

As shown in the given Durban location map that Durban is located at the coast of Indian Ocean in the north-east region of South Africa.

Location Map of Durban

Where is Durban Located?

Durban is located on the east coast of South Africa. Durban largest city of KwaZulu-Natal province and chief seaport of South Africa, located on Natal Bay of the Indian Ocean. The city is more commonly known for its sea port because the sea-port of Durban is the busiest port in South Africa.

Interestingly, the city has subtropical climate and huge tantalizing beaches that attract tourists from all over the world. So, the subtropical mild climate of the city, warm oceanic current, and culturally diverse population additionally promote tourism in the city.

The coastal location and large sea-port facilitate it comparatively big advantage over many other centers of South Africa; hence, it is the ideal center for export-related industries. Moreover, Durban Metropolitan Area (DMA) has a large and diversified economy along with strong government, manufacturing, tourism, transportation, finance, and sectors.

Durban Facts and Information

ContinentAfrica
CountrySouth Africa
ProvinceKwaZulu-Natal
MunicipalityeThekwini
Coordinates: 29°53′S 31°03′E
Founded1880
Government[TypeMetropolitan municipality
Area225.91 km2 (87.22 sq mi)
Highest elevation1,590.4 m (5,217.8 ft)
Lowest elevation0 m (0 ft)
Population (2021)3,176,254
Demonym(s)Durbanite
Time zoneUTC+2 (SAST)
Postal codes (street)4001
Calling Code(+27)31
Area code31
PO box4000
GDPUS$ 83.9 billion
GMP per capitaUS$ 15,575
AirportKing Shaka International Airport, Durban International Airport
TaxisMetered taxis and Minibus taxis.
National RoadN3 Western Freeway, N2 Outer Ring Road
PortPort of Durban
Websitewww.durban.gov.za

Top Tourist Attractions, Sightseeing and THings to Do in Durban?

The famous places to see in Durban are uShaka Marine World, Durban Botanic Gardens, Umgeni River Bird ParkSuncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment, MINITOWN, Kwa Muhle Museum Durban Natural Science Museum, Paradise Valley, Golden Mile Beach, Durban Beach Front, Addington Beach, Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple, The Bat Centre, Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve and more.