Musgrave, Durban
The recent convenience or nuisance, depending on how you view it, of converting a section of Musgrave Road and its counterpart, the parallel Essenwood Road, to one-way traffic in either direction has eased the flow of traffic in this prestigious part of Durban.
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The possible name change from Musgrave to Walter Sisulu Road is a bit of a hot potato, but neither of these changes affects the beauty and sheer elegance of this part of town. Musgrave Road sits just before the crest in the ridge, home to the popular Musgrave Centre, a shopping and entertainment emporium of note that includes major retailers, boutiques, movies and restaurants.
A fair amount of rezoning has taken place in this part recently and businesses have bought up stately old homes and turned them into upmarket offices, giving the area a facelift and adding value to the already beautiful tree-lined streets and enviable gardens.
The views from many a home on the ridge along Musgrave Road from the west of the city draws visitors, and one can understand why this is such a prestigious address - proximity to the city centre and easy access to major roads in and out of Durban.
The Musgrave Centre market on Sundays offers an added shopping item to one’s already full agenda and features crafts, fashion, accessories, antiques, books and exotic food. And the Dockyard Supper Theatre has moved up the hill from the Point Waterfront’s harbour entrance to the old Legend’s Restaurant at Musgrave Centre.
Travellers' Reviews
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We really enjoyed our stay in Musgrave - it was great being in the heart of the Berea. We had a wonderful few hours at the Essenwood Market and Musgrave Centre. It was really easy to get into town and to the beach.
Helen (Kearsney)
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Musgrave has a certain exclusive look and feel to it that I loved. The sea views rounded off our experience perfectly - a nice slice of Durban.
Natalie (Boksburg)
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Pastel Guest House
Pastel Guest House is it situated high up on the Berea in Musgrave, in a charming street lined with 100 year old architecturally listed buildings...
Sica's Musgrave
Sica's Musgrave Bed and Breakfast is perfectly positioned high on Durban's prestigious Berea, minutes from town and close to restaurants, shoppin...
Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel
Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel in Durban is set back from the road in the tree-lined town of Morningside, and lies within walking distance of the upm...
St Annes Guest House
St Annes Guest House is located high up on the ridge in Berea and offers comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation. Each room has air conditionin...
Things to do in the area
Morning Trade Market
One of the more recent of Durban's many weekend morning markets, the Morning Trade Market brings Durban farm-fresh ingredients and artisan goods ...
SA Sugar Terminal Tour
Not that we're suggesting for a moment that you encourage your children to eat any more sugar, but this is one tour that is at once interesting a...
Bay of Plenty Beach
Being awarded Blue Flag status is an amazing accomplishment for beaches all over the world. It means that they are clean, safe, environmentally r...
Addington Beach
Perched along the famous Golden Mile of Durban not far from the best accommodation in Durban, Addington Beach is popular for its gorgeous wide, s...
South Beach
Located at the south end of the Durban Golden Mile is the scenic South Beach. Golden sands and warm blue waters are irresistible for swimmers, su...
Geology Education Museum
The Geology Education Museum at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban, provides a series of displays pertaining to the high school geography ...
Noteworthy attractions
Krantzkloof Nature Reserve
Situated only 4 kilometres from the centre of Kloof, this nature reserve was established by the Natal Parks Board in 1950 and boasts an abundance...
Durban Country Club
Durban Country Club comprises of two golfing estates separated by the Umgeni River. Lying just south of the river, in fact bordered by both the r...
Beachwood Golf Course
The Beachwood Golf Course is part of Durban Country Club lying about 2 km north of Durban Country Club. Although it borders the Indian Ocean, Bea...
Kloof Country Club
Situated in the verdant hills of the mist belt of Kloof, close to Durban, Kloof Country Club is an attractive parkland course with beautiful tree...
MECC Course One
Mount Edgecombe Country Club consists of two championship courses - Mount Edgecombe One and Mount Edgecombe Two. Both these courses have their ow...
MECC Course Two
Mount Edgecombe Country Club consists of two championship courses - Mount Edgecombe One and Mount Edgecombe Two. Both these courses have their ow...
Royal Durban Golf Club
Flat but interesting championship course within the confines of the Greyville horse racing track, and close to the city centre. Several holes bor...
uShaka Marine World
uShaka Marine World in Durban is a world-class entertainment and tourism destination. At the end of Durban's Golden Mile is the beginning of uSha...
Umgeni River Bird Park
Designed and built in an old quarry site on the banks of the Umgeni River, just 10 minutes outside Durban, the Umgeni River Bird Park is one of t...
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