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Tourist Junction, in Durban’s historical station building, provides access to tourist information and accommodation bookings for Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife and South African National Parks. The Golden Mile skirts the main beaches of the Indian Ocean. Attractions include an amusement centre, paddling pools, paved walkways and fountains. The uShaka Island marine theme park, oceanarium, dolphinarium and oceanographic research institute on Durban’s Point opened in May 2004. This is the new home of a wide variety of sea life, including sharks, dolphins and seals. There is a snorkelling trail and a tubing river around the park. Durban’s most popular fishing spot is situated at Blue Lagoon Beach at the wide Umgeni River mouth. Beyond the river, the La Lucia and Beachwood Mangroves nature reserves offer long, tranquil walks along empty sands. The Durban area has more than 50 reserves, developed parks and specialised gardens, the most renowned being the Municipal Botanical Garden. The Fitzsimons Snake Park offers lectures and venom-milking demonstrations. MiniTown is a model city depicting Durban’s best-known buildings. Attractions and Things To Do in Durban Natural History Museum Natural Science Museum Old House Museum Old Fort |
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