Victoria Street Market: Authentic Durban Cultural Tours

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Durban at Victoria Street Market, a must-visit destination for authentic cultural experiences and local flavors. Discover a sensory explosion of exotic spices, traditional crafts, and incredible street food on a guided food tour or cultural walking adventure. Whether you are exploring the historic streets, engaging with local customs, or seeking a unique urban escape, Victoria Street Market offers an unforgettable journey into South African heritage. Book your Durban market experience today to taste the true essence of the city!

4.2/5 avg ratingFrom $63 per person25 unique experiences92% instant booking

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Tour Price

Tour Price

$109–$223 typical

Median price is $209, with a full range of $63–$228

Rating

Rating

4.24★ average

Based on 338 pooled reviews with ~89% positive sentiment

Tour Length

Tour Length

4–7.6 hours typical

Median duration is 6 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly Cultural

72% of options are cultural tours or themes

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

92% free cancellation

92% of tours also offer instant confirmation

Value Pick

Value Pick

Historical tours

Average 4.57★ at $167 per tour

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Culture Walking Tour of Durban
6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$68
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Culture Walking Tour of Durban
Summary

Johnny is a true Durbanite and knows the city and it's people like no other. Therefore, a city tour with Johnny shows the unique sides of Durban that you will never forget. The tour will take you through town to the markets and the beach by using the famous combi's to get from one place to another. ...

Inclusions
  • Personal guide
  • Local minibus combi from starting point and back to where the tour ends
Exclusions
  • No drinks included
  • Personal expenses
  • Pick-up from hotel
Itinerary
  • Victoria Street Market
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban
$154
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Durban City & PheZulu Cultural Village Day Tour from Durban
Summary

This full day tour is a combination of a Durban City tour and a visit to PheZulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park. This tour is one of our most popular day tours. It is an entertaining and relaxing tour with a qualified tour guide that allows you to see a lot of Durban's landscape as well as experi...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Durban
  • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
  • Phezulu Safari Park
  • Durban City Hall
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Victoria Street Market
  • uShaka Village Walk
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
  • Kwa Muhle Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, Polish and German languages can be requested (on request), If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair, During Holidays & Weekends KwaMuhle Museum is Close
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Durban City Sightseeing and Walking Tour
4 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$99
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Durban City Sightseeing and Walking Tour
Summary

This tour includes a variety of stops and gives tourists a chance to see Durban and learn about the people and its history.

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Air conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
Exclusions
  • Meals and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
Itinerary
  • KwaMuhle Museum
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • U Shaka Marine World
  • Durban City Hall
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION: Pickup & drop off service within a 5km radius of Durban., DEPARTURE TIME: Mornings 9AM / Afternoons 13:00PM, RETURN TIME: Mornings 12PM / Afternoon 16:30PM, WEAR: Comfortable clothing, Hat, Sunscreen, Jacket., AGE: All ages welcome, DATES: All year round, TRAVELLER TYPE: Single or Per Person Sharing, You are looking for sightseeing cultural day tour., You want short travel time., You want to see the sights of Durban., You want to learn about South African history and culture., Polish and German languages can be requested (on request), Please Note:During Holidays & Weekends KwaMuhle Museum is Close, If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour
6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$124
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Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour
Summary

Embark on a scenic and guided full day tour of Durban’s Top 10.  An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will show you a variety of landmarks which highlight Durban’s diverse culture and history. Attractions to see include the Mahatma Gandhi's House, Umhlanga Promenade, Durban's Golden Mile bea...

Inclusions
  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • uShaka Village Walk
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Umhlanga Rocks Promenade
  • Phoenix Settlement
  • KwaMuhle Museum
  • Durban City Hall
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, German and Polish languages can be requested (on request), Please Note:During Holidays & Weekends KwaMuhle Museum is Close, If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour
7 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$204
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Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour
Summary

his tour is suitable for groups, families, solo travelers and couples. Discover the highlights of Durban and the surrounding areas with a diverse and engaging tour that includes a thrilling game drive at Tala Game Reserve. Begin your adventure with a guided safari through Tala, where you’ll en...

Inclusions
  • Tour guide
  • Game drive in Tala Game Reserve
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Durban Promenade
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Tala Private Game Reserve
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Durban
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, no restrictions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Full Day Durban & Phezulu Safari Park Tour from Durban
$216
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Full Day Durban & Phezulu Safari Park Tour from Durban
Summary

On this tour you get to experience and gain a clear knowledge of the sunshine city of Durban. You visit the market, the Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Durban Promenade. These are some of the top attractions in Durban. In Phezulu you experience a game drive in a 4 x 4 vehicle, the African cultural danc...

Inclusions
  • Durban Botanical Gardens
  • Giraffes, zebras, antelope, kudus, eland, and many more
  • African Cultural dances
  • Victoria Market
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
  • Game drive
  • Phezulu Safari Park
  • Reptile Park
Itinerary
  • Phezulu Safari Park
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover Durban on our Durban City Day Tour
6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$109
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Discover Durban on our Durban City Day Tour
Summary

Visit some of the most unique sites in South Africa on this informative and fun Durban city day tour. You will get to walk through the bustling Zulu Markets as well as the Indian Market. You will get a tour through the oldest surviving Botanical Gardens in Africa as well as visit the historical ...

Inclusions
  • Complimentary bottled water (1 x per person)
Itinerary
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
  • Golden Mile
  • Victoria Street Market
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Durban: Tala Game Reserve, Phezulu Park, & Market Tour
Summary

Experience the best of KwaZulu-Natal on a day tour from Durban. Enjoy a game drive at Tala Game Reserve, explore Zulu culture at Phezulu Safari Park, and visit the Victoria Street Market.

Tala Game Reserve, Phezulu Safari Park & Market Tour from Durban
Summary

Enjoy a rewarding full-day tour of Tala Game Reserve, Phezulu Safari Park, and Victoria Street Market from Durban, combining wildlife, culture, and local experiences. Depart Durban in the morning and travel to Tala Game Reserve for a guided game drive through open grasslands and bushveld, where you ...

Inclusions
  • Visit Victoria Market in Durban
  • See African traditional village in Phezulu Safari
  • Game safari at Tala Game Reserve
  • Experience traditional Zulu dances in Phezulu
  • See kudus, antelopes, rhino, hippos, impalas, giraffes and many more
Exclusions
  • Tips
Itinerary
  • Tala Private Game Reserve
  • Phezulu Safari Park
  • Victoria Street Market
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, no restrictions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Durban Experiences Half Day
4.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$62
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Durban Experiences Half Day
Summary

This tour offers a well-balanced introduction to Durban, combining history, culture, architecture, and coastal scenery in a small-group experience led by a knowledgeable local guide. Unlike large bus tours, this experience is designed to be personal, interactive, and relaxed, allowing travelers to t...

Itinerary
  • The Musgrave Market
  • Golden Mile
  • Durban City Hall
  • Victoria Street Market
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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