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World Cup 2010 Host City Durban: Nightlife
So you're in Durban during the World Cup and it's night time, what do you do? Here are a few ideas.
May 17, 2010 3:10:00 PM
By Peter Pedroncelli
Durban is a lively city, and that life comes from the people behind the places that make the city tick when the sun goes down. This means, of course, that there is still plenty of fun to be had at night in Durban.
Both indoor to outdoor venues, from clubs, theatres, cigar lounges, cocktail bars, and coffee bars to restaurants gather the crowds at night and especially on weekends.
Durban's nightlife is not only confined to the beachfront, in fact some of the best clubs and classier restaurants can be found in the central suburbs of the Berea and along Florida Road in Windermere.
Nightlife On Florida Road
The former is about six kilometres from the stadium while Florida Road is within three kilometres. There are many excellent guest houses and boutique hotels in these areas. Durban is a compact city with a good bus system, most attractions and accommodation options could be confined to within a five-kilometre arc to the south and west of the stadium.
At the uShaka pier, Moyo provides a unique sophisticated African culinary experience. According to the restaurant’s owners, Moyo is a celebration of, and commitment to, the beauty of Africa and the industry of her people. The food is fantastic and the vibe is pleasant, giving visitors a venue to put on their checklist when they are in the city.
Moyo In Durban
Whether in the mood for something simple and relaxed, or a loud all out party session, Durban provides a wide variety of nighttime entertainment and spots to fit various tastes and budgets. For an interesting mix, why not chill out at E², a coffee bar boutique specializing in Lindt chocolate and illy coffee while displaying the latest fashion for their trendy customers.
If that is a bit too laid back for your taste, why not check out some of the club options, such as upmarket club Tilt with a balcony and lounge area giving patrons a chance to mingle with each other away from the dance area, or perhaps Panama Room is more your style, with an older crowd sipping cocktails in an all-white sleek interior club and bar.
If you're looking for a restaurant, cigar bar and cocktail lounge then look no further than Beanbag Bohemia, where a mixed crowd gives a diverse feel to a great venue, which is conveniently situated in Windermere Road.
Eat Out In Durban
On the same strip you will find Billy the Bum’s, the perfect spot to start a night out on the town with a few cocktails and a light meal. Known for a fantastic vibe and a mix of beautiful people, this bar will have you coming back on a few occasions during your stay.
The Point Waterfront, situated at the mouth of the largest harbour in Africa, with canals, gondola rides, restaurants and bistro. At the mouth of the harbour with a sun deck offering a 360-degree view of Durban and surroundings, Blue Bottles is a great restaurant, with four bars catering to any taste you may be craving. Have a look around the Point Waterfront and discover a few other culinary gems while you are at it.
If you are feeling lucky, you can try your luck at the Suncoast Casino. In addition to your usual gambling, there are the typical resort facilities including restaurants, ice skating, mini golf and large swimming pools.
Suncoast Casino | Do You Feel Lucky?
Gateway Theatre of Shopping is the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere and it is always a good bet for a night of fun. North of Durban, on Umhlanga Ridge in Umhlanga, the centre is certainly worth a visit if you are in the mood to shop or get some good food at one of the many restaurants, bars and take away options on hand. A large cinema complex at Gateway means that the latest movies are always available and it provides a number of options if dinner and a movie is your thing.
The Playhouse Company is Ethekwini’s premier theatre organisation, based at the Playhouse theatre complex on Smith Street in the heart of the coastal city of Durban. The Playhouse Company delivers live theatre productions in the fields of music, drama and dance, representative of the diverse cultural groups that comprise the population of KwaZulu-Natal, both in terms of audiences and artists based in the province.
There Is Plenty Of Entertainment At The Playhouse
For a real slice of local culture, those in the know in the coastal host city suggest that visitors take in one of the Isicathimiya concerts. This acapella African style was made famous by Grammy award winners, Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The concerts consist of teams of harmonised singers who compete with each other for the audience's applause and affection.
No trip to South Africa is complete without a visit to its most beautiful and sunniest city. Durban offers much more than sandy beaches, safaris, casinos and the World Cup, for information on what to do and see, please click here
The 2010 World Cup is fast approaching, so keep up to date with all the news at Goal.com's World Cup homepage and join Goal.com USA's Facebook fan page!
Both indoor to outdoor venues, from clubs, theatres, cigar lounges, cocktail bars, and coffee bars to restaurants gather the crowds at night and especially on weekends.
Durban's nightlife is not only confined to the beachfront, in fact some of the best clubs and classier restaurants can be found in the central suburbs of the Berea and along Florida Road in Windermere.
Nightlife On Florida Road
The former is about six kilometres from the stadium while Florida Road is within three kilometres. There are many excellent guest houses and boutique hotels in these areas. Durban is a compact city with a good bus system, most attractions and accommodation options could be confined to within a five-kilometre arc to the south and west of the stadium.
At the uShaka pier, Moyo provides a unique sophisticated African culinary experience. According to the restaurant’s owners, Moyo is a celebration of, and commitment to, the beauty of Africa and the industry of her people. The food is fantastic and the vibe is pleasant, giving visitors a venue to put on their checklist when they are in the city.
Moyo In Durban
Whether in the mood for something simple and relaxed, or a loud all out party session, Durban provides a wide variety of nighttime entertainment and spots to fit various tastes and budgets. For an interesting mix, why not chill out at E², a coffee bar boutique specializing in Lindt chocolate and illy coffee while displaying the latest fashion for their trendy customers.
If that is a bit too laid back for your taste, why not check out some of the club options, such as upmarket club Tilt with a balcony and lounge area giving patrons a chance to mingle with each other away from the dance area, or perhaps Panama Room is more your style, with an older crowd sipping cocktails in an all-white sleek interior club and bar.
If you're looking for a restaurant, cigar bar and cocktail lounge then look no further than Beanbag Bohemia, where a mixed crowd gives a diverse feel to a great venue, which is conveniently situated in Windermere Road.
Eat Out In Durban
On the same strip you will find Billy the Bum’s, the perfect spot to start a night out on the town with a few cocktails and a light meal. Known for a fantastic vibe and a mix of beautiful people, this bar will have you coming back on a few occasions during your stay.
The Point Waterfront, situated at the mouth of the largest harbour in Africa, with canals, gondola rides, restaurants and bistro. At the mouth of the harbour with a sun deck offering a 360-degree view of Durban and surroundings, Blue Bottles is a great restaurant, with four bars catering to any taste you may be craving. Have a look around the Point Waterfront and discover a few other culinary gems while you are at it.
If you are feeling lucky, you can try your luck at the Suncoast Casino. In addition to your usual gambling, there are the typical resort facilities including restaurants, ice skating, mini golf and large swimming pools.
Suncoast Casino | Do You Feel Lucky?
Gateway Theatre of Shopping is the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere and it is always a good bet for a night of fun. North of Durban, on Umhlanga Ridge in Umhlanga, the centre is certainly worth a visit if you are in the mood to shop or get some good food at one of the many restaurants, bars and take away options on hand. A large cinema complex at Gateway means that the latest movies are always available and it provides a number of options if dinner and a movie is your thing.
The Playhouse Company is Ethekwini’s premier theatre organisation, based at the Playhouse theatre complex on Smith Street in the heart of the coastal city of Durban. The Playhouse Company delivers live theatre productions in the fields of music, drama and dance, representative of the diverse cultural groups that comprise the population of KwaZulu-Natal, both in terms of audiences and artists based in the province.
There Is Plenty Of Entertainment At The Playhouse
For a real slice of local culture, those in the know in the coastal host city suggest that visitors take in one of the Isicathimiya concerts. This acapella African style was made famous by Grammy award winners, Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The concerts consist of teams of harmonised singers who compete with each other for the audience's applause and affection.
No trip to South Africa is complete without a visit to its most beautiful and sunniest city. Durban offers much more than sandy beaches, safaris, casinos and the World Cup, for information on what to do and see, please click here
The 2010 World Cup is fast approaching, so keep up to date with all the news at Goal.com's World Cup homepage and join Goal.com USA's Facebook fan page!
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