I see you’re searching for something to do with your kids this weekend.
For an outing.
Maybe for your sanity.
You’ve come to the right place.
Over a decade ago, this blog was where I shared the messy, beautiful journey of losing myself in motherhood.
This was us when I wrote this blog:
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Dear mother to minions. I know you’re tired. I know you feel like you’ve lost yourself somewhere in the beauty and mayhem of motherhood. I did, too. And so while you won’t find my old blog post of 10 Things To Do with Kids In Durban here anymore, you may have found something more helpful.
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Bless you Jess for putting this list together! I can’t wait to take Julia to the Mini Town, I think she will get such a kick out it! Really, what an amazing resource this list is. Thanks a million!
Thanks Nicole! It was fun putting it together and I’m so glad its helpful! See you soon xx
How about taking the kids to Southern Rock Climbing Centre in New Germany? A good indoor venue.
Wow sounds awesome! Will have to check it out, thank you.
Lovely and extensive list Jess. Thanks. You’ve left out one very surprising free outing. The natural museum, in durban cbd. Entrance is free, and safe parking is across the street at the royal hotel parking. I took the kids a few weeks ago, and I was amazed at how well it has been maintained. The kids loved it.
That’s great to know! I’m excited to take the kids there. Thanks Yashmitha!
Pallet jacks is also fantastic indoor play area for kids and there is an outdoor cycling / skateboard / scooter track downstairs. You can find them on Facebook
Thanks Michelle! This list is pretty outdated! Time for an upgrade 🙂
Hi… This is an old post but just wanted to add Marula Cafe in Westville to the list. Nice play area and a bunny pen. I like that the play is close to the tables so I can have my coffee while I watch the kids play.
Thanks Jess for this amazing list. I have made notes and will go visit these places while on holiday xx
Thank you very much for the information. Very helpful. God bless you
Such a great list!!! Thank you so much!!
thank you Jess
I am wanting to do something fun with my grandchild today and was so disappointed as the places i thought of are not open on Mondays. Then I found your website. So informative. Thank you.