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Top 10 attractions in Windhoek

Deadvlei
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Namibia

Deadvlei

7.2
4.8/5
Windhoek · >100 km from downtown
Namib Desert
No. 2 of Night Attractions in Namibia

Namib Desert

7
3.8/5
Windhoek · >100 km from downtown
Independence Museum
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Namibia

Independence Museum

6.5
4.9/5
Windhoek · 1.2 km from downtown
Free attraction
Sossusvlei
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Namibia

Sossusvlei

6.5
4.5/5
Windhoek · >100 km from downtown
Christuskirche

Christuskirche

6.1
5.0/5
Windhoek · 1.1 km from downtown
Walvis Bay Waterfront
No. 1 of Cool Water Escapes in Namibia

Walvis Bay Waterfront

7.6
5.0/5
Namibia · Walvis Bay
Uis Himba Village

Uis Himba Village

7.4
4.0/5
Namibia · Uis
Dune 45 Sossusvlei
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Namibia

Dune 45 Sossusvlei

7.3
5.0/5
Namibia · Sesriem
Spitzkoppe
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Erongo

Spitzkoppe

6.1
5.0/5
Namibia
Namib-Naukluft National Park
No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Namibia

Namib-Naukluft National Park

5.9
5.0/5
Namibia · Maltahohe

Featured hotels in Windhoek

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

8.5/1076 reviews
401m from Independence Museum
9% offFrom $132.00

Mercure Hotel Windhoek

9.0/1055 reviews
3.31 km from Independence Museum
From $82.00

Mövenpick Hotel Windhoek

8.5/1042 reviews
3.24 km from Independence Museum
From $146.00

Trip Moments in Windhoek

🧡🏜️ Namib Desert – The World’s Oldest Desert 🏜️🧡

🧡🏜️ Namib Desert – The World’s Oldest Desert 🏜️🧡

“Visiting the Namib Desert felt like stepping into another world.”@Abir19 · 2 months ago
🇳🇦 Namibia — Where the Desert Meets Infinity 🏜️✨

🇳🇦 Namibia — Where the Desert Meets Infinity 🏜️✨

“There are places where the world feels so vast that you forget about everything else, and Namibia is one of them.”@Abdo ch · 3 days ago
🧡🏜️ Deadvlei – Namibia’s Surreal Desert Masterpiece 🏜️🧡

🧡🏜️ Deadvlei – Namibia’s Surreal Desert Masterpiece 🏜️🧡

“Some places look like they belong on another planet, and Deadvlei is one of them.”@Abir19 · 2 months ago
Sossusvlei, Namibia a surreal desert of red dunes 🏜️

Sossusvlei, Namibia a surreal desert of red dunes 🏜️

“#underratedspots Imagine endless orange-red dunes stretching to the horizon, with almost nothing around you.”@Oksi_ · 2 months ago
Discover Windhoek, Namibia 🇳🇦🌅

Discover Windhoek, Namibia 🇳🇦🌅

“Welcome to Windhoek, the charming capital of Namibia, where African landscapes meet German-inspired architecture, vibrant local culture, and breathtaking desert scenery.”@Sayed El Maleh · 5 days ago
Windhoek — What to See, Eat & Do

Windhoek — What to See, Eat & Do

“📍 Windhoek, Namibia — what to See, Eat & Do.”@Oliver Kiss · 1 month ago
Street tour of Windhoek

Street tour of Windhoek

“Windhoek is the capital and economic center of Namibia, known as "Africa's cleanest garden city." It was once a German colony.”@Naomi567_Cooper · 2 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Windhoek famous for?

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Windhoek is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Deadvlei, Namib Desert, and Independence Museum.

What are the recommended places to stay in Windhoek?

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Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, Mercure Hotel Windhoek, and Mövenpick Hotel Windhoek are some of the best places to stay in Windhoek. When choosing, weigh your itinerary, how easy it is to get around, and your budget.

What are the must-try activities in Windhoek?

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Consider Departure from Windhoek|Naankuse Meerkat Manor 2hr Close Encounter Half-Day Tour, 1-day tour to Sossusvlei, Namib desert and Dune 45 Sossusvlei from Windhoek, Namibia, and Bushman Walk with the San in Windhoek in Windhoek. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.