Essenwood
Durban
Popular places to visit
uShaka Marine World
Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.
Durban Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Golden Mile
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Durban Botanical Gardens
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
The Internet Cafe
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit The Internet Cafe during your travels in Berea. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Full Day Hluhluwe Imfolozi Big 5 Game Reserve Tour from Durban
Top hotels in Essenwood
Emakhosini Hotel on East
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2025
Andaluz Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2023
Parade Hotel
Reviewed on 16 Aug, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Reviewed on 4 Aug, 2025
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2025
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Reviewed on 16 Aug, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Essenwood
Windermere
Windermere is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and African Art Centre.
Overport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.
Musgrave
Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.
Morningside
Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.
Durban Beachfront
Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Durban Central Business District
Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.