Durban is one of South Africa's go-to vacation destinations for beautiful beaches and water sports. As the third-largest city in South Africa and the largest in the KwaZulu-Natal province, Durban is also home to diverse nature reserves and museums dedicated to local culture and heritage. Plan a retreat at one of the beaches along the city's Golden Mile, where you can surf or sunbathe by day and enjoy a vibrant foodie scene each evening. Immerse in nature and do a bit of bird watching at Bluff or Palmiet Nature Reserves. For family-friendly fun, visit UShaka Sea World or UShaka Marine World.