Visit The Market on Lothian for a fun day out with the kids
Updated | By Udesha Moodley-Judhoo
With a cute kids playground, a scratch patch, sand art station and more, it's the perfect hidden gem in Durban North...

As the school week wraps up and the school holidays begin, we’ve found the perfect place to take the kids next week – a charming spot tucked away at 185 Lothian Road in Durban North.
The Market in Durban North offers a little something for everyone. Kids will love the range of fun activities, while adults can sit back, relax, and enjoy a bite to eat or a cup of coffee.
Here’s what’s on offer for the little ones:
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The Playground: R30 (10 years and younger)
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The Playpen: R50 (five years and younger; includes access to The Playground)
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The Treasure Patch: R80 (for a 30-minute experience similar to a scratch patch; includes access to The Playground)
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The Sand Art Station and The Potting Station: You can buy kits from inside the shop
There is also a shop with cute finds, a tea garden and the kids' play areas.
Watch the video by a Durban content creator below to get a feel for The Market – courtesy of TikTok.
@justin.durban Looking for a chill spot in Durban North? Check out The Market on Lothian Drive in Park Hill. This all-in-one spot has a tea garden, playground for the kiddos, and a shop for some fun finds. They're still renovating, but the menu's got essentials like toasties, smoothies, coffees, and juices. It's a hidden gem, but definitely worth a visit. Let's support local ❤️ #justindurban #durbannorth #durbancafe #durbancafes #durbanfoodspots #placestovisitindurban #kidfriendlyspots #durbanfoodspots #breakfastspotsdurban ♬ Caribbean Afrobeat - Instrumental - Orsinibeats
Find The Market on Facebook or Instagram for updates and more info.
Address: 185 Lothian Road, Durban, South Africa
Contact: 083 206 2631
Email: [email protected]
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