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Visit The Stadium

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a FIFA-approved, Olympic-sized sports stadium, and then come on down and visit the stadium to find out! Or, travel up the iconic arch of the stadium to the viewing platform, where you will experience spectacular panoramic views over the ocean and the city. The more adventurous can walk up the 550 steps of the southern side of the arch to the viewing platform! For details on how to visit the stadium, read on.

Stadium tours

Tours of the stadium showcase the state-of-the-art landmark sport facility in Durban – The MOSES MABHIDA STADIUM which is the centerpiece of the Kings Park Sporting precinct. Fully trained tour guides will take you through the visually inspiring sport facility and surrounding precinct. You will be treated to the architectural and engineering ingenuity of the recreational and multi-disciplinary venue as well as panoramic views of Durban. The Moses Mabhida Stadium offers guided professional, general and school tours.

The professional all access tour covers the following areas:

  • VVIP Presidential suites and atrium.
  • The stadium banqueting facilities and various venue hire premises.
  • The stadium competition area including the state of the art change rooms and players mixed zone and tunnel.
  • Media Centre and Broadcast cubicles Venue Operations Centre [V.O.C].
  • The hallowed 2010 World Cup Semi-final venue pitch The stadium bowl.
  • The stadium window looking on to Durban's CBD and glorious coastline.
  • The Arch with its Sky Car and Adventure Walk.
  • Peoples Park and Heroe's Walk Imbizo Place lifestyle retail area.

Pricing:

Professional tours R75 (90 min tour) adults and children General tour Adults R20 Children R15 Pensioners 10% School groups: free, by appointment, Mondays

Opening hours:

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no Stadium Tours for the Duration of the FIFA World CupTM. Tours will be available again from July 14th

Stadium Tours (Tuesday to Sunday)

Time Price
09h00 - 09h45      R 20.00     General tour
10h00 - 10h45 R 20.00 General tour
10h00 - 11h30 R 75.00 Professional Tour - public (day ticket)
11h00 - 12h30 R 75.00 Professional Tour - pre-booked
13h00 - 13h45 R 20.00 General tour
14h00 - 15h30 R 75.00 Professional Tour - public (day ticket)
15h00 - 16h30 R 75.00 Professional Tour - pre-booked
15h00 - 15h45 R 20.00 General tour
16h30 - 17h15 R 20.00 General tour

Professional Tour

R 75.00 Adults and Children
(Pensioners discount 10 %)
Group Size: 20 max

General Stadium Tour

R 20.00 Adults
R 15.00 Children
(Pensioners discount 10 %)
Children under 6 / Pre School - FREE
Group Size: 20 max

SCHOOL TOURS – Monday’s

(FREE) pre bookings only
Group Size: 100 max 

PLEASE NOTE: The Sky Car and Adventure Walk will be closed for the Duration of the FIFA World CupTM. They will reopen on July 14th.

Sky car

A tourist attraction in its own right, the Sky Car will ferry up to 20 visitors to the stadium arch’s highest point, where they can enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view of the city. The Sky Car consists of a single cabin mounted on an undercarriage that runs along steel tracks fixed to the top of the north arch.

The funicular runs along the length of the north arch from the lower station to the upper station at the Sky Platform. The gradient of the arch varies substantially; therefore the funicular is fitted with a hydraulic self leveling floor. The cabin is framed by glass windows with entrance and exit doors at either end. The roof consists of glass louvers that can be opened electronically by the driver for ventilation. The passengers travel up the arch in a standing position holding onto the handrail around the perimeter.

Note: Trips in the sky car dependent on weather conditions.

Pricing:

Adults R50 (SA citizens)
Adults R75 (international)
Children R25
Pensioners 10% discount
Children Under 6/ pre-school - FREE 

Opening hours:

Monday to Friday: 09h00 – 18h00
* Last SkyCar Trip at 17h50
 
Saturday: 07h00 – 22h00
*First SkyCar Trip at 07h30
*Last SkyCar Trip at 21h30
 
Sunday: 09h00 – 18h00
*Last SkyCar Trip at 17h50

Note: SkyCar operation dependent on weather conditions

Adventure Walk

The southern legs of the arch incorporate an adventure walk. Visitors will be issued with safety equipment and, under the watchful eye of qualified instructors, will be able to make their trip to the top of the arch (and down again) via some 550 steps.

Note: trips in the sky car dependent on weather conditions

Pricing:

  • Adults R80 (SA citizens)
  • Pensioners 10% discount
  • Adults R100 (International Visitors)
  • No children's discount
  • No children under 10

Note: Participants to wear closed toe walking/ sport shoes
Note: trips in the sky car dependent on weather conditions
 

*Group size - 9
*Adventure Walk dependent on weather conditions

Opening hours:

Monday to Friday:

  1. 09h00
  2. 11h00
  3. 13h00
  4. 15h00
  5. 17h00(Last Adventure Walk)

Saturday(Operating Times 07h00 - 18h00)

  1. 07h30(first Adventure Walk)
  2. 09h30
  3. 11h30
  4. 13h30
  5. 15h30
  6. 17h30(last Adventure Walk)

Sunday(Operating Times 09h00 - 18h00)

  1. 09h00
  2. 11h00
  3. 13h00
  4. 15h00
  5. 17h00(last Adventure Walk)

Booking tours to the stadium, sky car and adventure walk.

To book your trip to the stadium, please make use of the following contact details;

Moses Mabhida Stadium switchboard: 031 582 8222

Direct line for tour etc bookings: 031 582 8242

Contact persons:

Deseree Naidoo, Email: desereen@mmsdurban.co.za

Nereshnee Govender, Email: nereshneeg@mmsdurban.co.za

For school bookings – Florina Maphalala
Email: florinam@mmsdurban.co.za

To enter the stadium, make use of Isaiah Ntshangase Road and proceed to the visitor’s centre / Ticket office. For more information on the stadium, please consult the Moses Mabhida Website: www.mosesmabhidastadium.co.za

Ethekwini Municipality FIFA.com


As the world gets ready for this year’s FIFA World Cup, South Africa’s host cities have been preparing stadiums and infrastructure to ensure that it will be a memorable, exciting experience for all. Durban is famous as a family-friendly coastal destination, and those who visit for World Cup matches can spend time at Durban’s beautiful beaches. Online resources on Durban’s World Cup homepage can provide visitors with information on accommodation as well as attractions around the city which can be enjoyed in-between games.


Why Choose Durban for the FIFA 2010 World Cup?

In addition to Durban’s solid reputation as a seaside destination, Durban is also sunny most of the year round, with a warm sea temperature even in winter. Due to the sub-tropical climate, Durban experiences most of its annual rainfall in the summer – since the games will be taking place in winter, visitors can expect clear skies for the most part. Games played at other venues around the country can be viewed at a Fan Fest situated right on the beach, so that fans can cool down in the water at half time or after the game.

 

Durban Accommodation for the FIFA World Cup

There is plenty of accommodation to go round for the FIFA World Cup games held in Durban. There are many B&B accommodations within close proximity to the new stadium, and there are hotels in the heart of the city as well as game lodges in the bush a little way out of Durban. Some homeowners have also made plans to go away for the duration of the World Cup, so that it is possible to rent out fully-furnished homes rather than stay at a hotel or game lodge.

 

Transportation around Durban for the World Cup

In preparation for the World Cup, Durban’s entire transport system has undergone a makeover to ensure that affordable, safe and efficient transport will be available for all. The newly-built King Shaka International Airport enables visitors to travel to other cities where games are being held, so that they can not only see all their favourite teams in action, but can also experience the unique treasures of South Africa’s individual cities. It will be simple for visitors to get around, as the new stadium and the location of the Fan Fest has been planned in such a way that these locations are within walking distance of most accommodation.


Explore Culturally Diverse Durban during FIFA 2010

Durban is a culturally diverse city, where visitors can enjoy traditional African fare in addition to the spicy fare offered by Durban’s large Indian community, along with more Mediterranean cuisine. The buzz from the games will be electrified and visitors can go out and party with the locals until the small hours. Via online resources, visitors can keep abreast of events happening in Durban for the duration of the World Cup, and can make the most of their stay.