African Art Centre

Durban


This not-for-profit gallery has an excellent selection of high-quality work by rural craftspeople and artists. It's a great place to pick up unique, ethically sourced souvenirs. In 2017 it relocated to the trendy Station Dr Precinct.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Durban attractions

1. Moses Mabhida Stadium

0.59 MILES

Durbanites are proud of their state-of-the-art stadium, constructed for the 2010 World Cup. Resembling a giant basket, it seats 56,000 people, and its…

2. Tekweni Beach

0.62 MILES

The windy location makes surfing less popular here than at other beaches on the Golden Mile. It has a very hairy shorebreak.

4. Laguna Beach

0.73 MILES

A popular beach for water-sport activities such as jet skiing.

6. Blue Lagoon Beach

0.89 MILES

This playful beach once had a reputation for being dangerous, but after an extensive revamp it's now a haven for families. There are playgrounds, food…

7. Umgeni River Bird Park

1.02 MILES

Found on the Umgeni River, north of the centre, this bird park makes for a relaxing escape from the throng. You can see many African bird species in lush…