Namibia
Namibia is known for the red dunes of the Namib Desert, and self-driving is a great way to explore. Distances between towns are long, so plan a generous schedule.
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Windhoek
Windhoek, Namibia's capital, sits nearly at the country's center and is linked by rail to South Africa. Its old fort, cathedral, and Independence Memorial Museum let visitors trace the city's history.
25 sights 9 guides Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH)
Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay is a port city in Namibia's Erongo Region, home to the country's only natural harbor. As its name, "Whale Bay," suggests, the town is defined by its seaside scenery.
2 sights 9 guides Walvis Bay Airport (WVB)
Swakopmund
Swakopmund lies on Namibia's Atlantic coast, not far west of the capital, Windhoek. It's a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll along the shore.
5 sights 9 guides Walvis Bay Airport (WVB)
Lüderitz
Lüderitz is a Namibian town named after a German merchant. It once flourished through fishing and guano mining, and grew rapidly after diamonds were discovered nearby.
8 sights 9 guides Lüderitz Airport (LUD)
Keetmanshoop
Keetmanshoop, in southern Namibia, is a transport hub on the TransNamib railway line. It also lies along the route connecting the capital, Windhoek, with Upington in South Africa.
1 sight 9 guides Oranjemund Airport (OMD)
Top sights in Namibia
Temples & religious sites
Christ Church, Windhoek
Christ Church is a Lutheran church in Windhoek, Namibia, belonging to the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. Designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker, this historic building is regarded as one of the city's landmarks.
Nature
Lüderitz Bay
A bay on the coast of Namibia. The city of Lüderitz sits at its edge, so visitors can enjoy coastal scenery along with a taste of town life.
Museums & galleries
Alte Feste
Alte Feste is a museum housed in a former fort in central Windhoek, right next to the Independence Memorial Museum. It's a great stop for learning about Namibian history during a walk through the city center.
Nature
Swakop River
This river originates in Namibia's Khomas Highland, cuts across the Namib Desert, and meets the Atlantic Ocean at Swakopmund. Its bed is usually dry, but it carves a striking path through the heart of the desert.
Temples & religious sites
St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek
This is the seat of the Archdiocese of Windhoek in Namibia, located in the heart of the city. Built over two years starting in 1906, the red-brick Romanesque structure makes a striking impression.
Heritage & monuments
Reiterdenkmal, Windhoek
A historic equestrian statue in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, erected in 1912 during German colonial rule to mark Kaiser Wilhelm II's birthday. Its history is tied to a controversial colonial legacy, making it a compelling site to explore with that background in mind.
Nature
Halifax Island
A small rocky island off the coast of Lüderitz, Namibia, about 100 meters from the mainland. It is known as one of Namibia's leading breeding sites for African penguins.
Museums & galleries
Independence Memorial Museum
A history museum in Windhoek that covers Namibia's anti-colonial resistance and independence movement. It offers a good introduction to the country's modern history.
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