About Emmanuel Cathedral
The beautiful Emmanuel Cathedral is part of Durban's landscape, tucked rather snuggly into Cathedral Street against the prominent flyover of the N3 highway just as it descends into the centre of town and the dual streets of Pine and Dr A B Xuma – one up and one down.
Did you know? When the cathedral was built over 100 years ago, it lay in the tranquil outskirts of town.
The Roman Catholic Emmanuel Cathedral is an incredibly beautiful building, designed by South African architect Street Wilson, its cross carved out of Carrara marble all the way from Italy, a gift from the Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III of France.
No amount of noise and hustle could detract from the sheer magnificence of the architectural features. It makes for fantastic photo moments and is one of a handful of religious buildings in the city that inspire.
Archbishop Dennis Hurley, who served at the Emmanuel Cathedral for 60 years and was also the archbishop of Durban from 1947 – 1992, was highly regarded around the world for his stand against apartheid as well as his attempts to reform the Catholic Church.
Plans are afoot to build a new centre fo the church, which it intends naming after Dennis Hurley, as more and more demands are placed upon the parish to help those who are hungry, ill, homeless or without support.
To help raise funds for this, the cathedral's current administrator, Father Stephen Tully, walked 780 km of the Santiago di Compostela in Spain.
Need to Know
Where48 Cathedral Road, Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
WhenBest during daylight hours
Telephone+27 (0)31 306-3595
OvernightStay in Durban Accommodation, KwaZulu Natal
Disclaimer
Please note, business details can change. While we endeavour to ensure all information provided by the service provider is correct at the time of publication, we do not assume any liability caused by errors or changes, such as price, cost, time, and location. Please check with the provider that the activity/business is still offered as described, before making any travel plans.
Feedback?
If this is your attraction, you can let us know if anything on this page is outdated or contains inaccuracies, by email. We regret, we do not have any other information, please contact the provider if you have questions.
Additional Reading
You might also be interested inAttractions near Durban Central
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options in Durban
Riviera Hotel
The Riviera Hotel is ideally located for access to Durban CBD, right opposite Durban Bay and within walking distance to Durban’s South Beach (app...
Breakers Resort Apartment 420
Breakers Resort Apartment 420 offers accommodation in the Breakers Resort in Umhlanga Rocks, just 100m walk from the beach and the protected Wetl...
Mallorca 41
Mallorca 41 Holiday Apartment is a comfortable apartment that accommodates up to four guests. There are two bedrooms and one bathroom. The first ...
312 Breakers Resort
312 Breakers Resort offers comfortable accommodation for up to two guests. Umhlanga is a highly popular seaside resort with sandy beaches, filled...
Amanzi 1902
Situated in the secure Amanzi complex in Amanzimtoti, Amanzi 1902 provides accommodation for five guests. The apartment has two bedrooms and two...
Kings Guest House
Kings Guest House is a privately owned home away from home situated in central Westville with easy access to M13, M19, N2 and N3. We offer a full...
Coweys Corner
Coweys Corner is a beautifully restored spacious guest house ideally situated in Durban’s popular suburb of Berea. All rooms are en-suite with ai...
Haven House
Haven House offers accommodation for twelve guests in four bedrooms and is located in a secure area in Cowies Hill, Durban. Standing on a crest 3...
Central Park Gateway
Central Park Gateway offers accommodation in an apartment within a secure complex in Umhlanga. A holiday in Umhlanga, one of South Africa’s most ...
Things to do in the area
Absorb & Acquire African Art
After a working day pushing tankers around Durban's harbour, tubby little tugboats rest at the bluff listening to live African jazz, rock or Regg...
Big Swing at Moses Mabhida Stadium
For the ultimate ride of your life the 'Big Rush Big Swing' at the Moses Mabhida Stadium is a must. This is the world's only stadium swing and th...
Cato Manor Heritage Centre
Photographs, documents, artwork and oral histories at this unique and interactive museum capture the life and times of the area and its inhabitan...
Durban Cultural and Documentation Centre
Visit the Durban Cultural and Documentation Centre - This centre, on the corner of Epsom Road and Derby Street documents the fascinating history ...
Francis Farewell Square
This historic square in the middle of Durban is the spot where the city originated as a tiny settlement of itinerant traders and hunters in the e...
Have a curry - Durban style!
The Britannia Hotel in Durban has been around since 1879 and now enjoys the status of a listed building, adding to Durban’s colonial charm.The ho...
Old Court House Museum
Durban's Old Court House Museum pays delightful homage to the heritage of Durban. This city is the capital of KwaZulu-Natal Province and home to ...
Play Miniature Golf
A novelty version of golf on a mini outdoor golf course this activity is a fun novelty for all the mini and maxi family members. At 19th Hole Put...
Shark Patrol Boat Adventure
'Ssssshhhh don't wake the fish!’ You'll be excused for thinking that you are the only life force raised as you ascend before the sun and head for...
Accommodation convenient to Emmanuel Cathedral
FIND / South Africa Accommodation / KwaZulu Natal Accommodation / Durban Accommodation