A history of shipping at the Port Natal Maritime Museum

The Port Natal Maritime Museum overlooks the harbour.  There are two ships on display, the Ulundi (built in 1927) and the JR More.  You can walk through these ships and inspect the engine room, living quarters, kitchen and all the other nooks and crannies on a ship. Children enjoy exploring the ships.

There is information about Durban’s seafaring history. There are facts and artifacts dating back to 1838. You will find information about the siege in 1842, how the 1879 Anglo Zulu War affected shipping in Durban and the ‘Lady in White’.

Directions

From the centre of Durban, drive down Joe Slovo (Field) Street until you reach Victoria Embankment. Turn right and then left into Fenlon Road. At the traffic circle continue left until you reach the Port Natal Maritime Museum on your right.

Times

You can visit the Port Natal Maritime Museum on:-

Monday to Saturday: 8:30am to 3:45pm

Sundays: 11am to 3:45pm

Fees

Adults – R5

Children – R3

These fees are as at September 2011.

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