The sunny, exotic capital of Namibia, Windhoek serves as the starting point for many exciting safaris in Namibia where you can see African wildlife such as lions, elephants, and giraffes. In the lively Windhoek you can also explore fascinating historic buildings, enjoy versatile cultural activities such as opera, concerts, and theatre and taste some interesting Namibian cuisine. The popular Daan Viljoen Game Park is not far from the city centre of Windhoek.
Nearby natural attractions. To get in touch with the Namibian wildlife, you can visit the Daan Viljoen Game Park which is located only 20 kilometres from Windhoek city centre. This Game Park is inhabited by typical animal species of Namibia's highlands such as mountain zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest. The Game Park is a good spot for birdwatching around Windhoek. There are also excellent, well-marked trails for hiking around Windhoek. To explore the diverse and unique Namibian wildlife with elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes among others you can go on a variety of exciting safaris from Windhoek.
Shopping & entertainment. Windhoek is the business and transportation hub of Namibia. The city centre is dotted with smalls shops and shopping malls and an ideal place for shopping in Windhoek. The city is also home to numerous bars, discos and clubs with live African and European music.
Historic buildings and exciting African wildlife - Attractions in and around Windhoek
Although mainly a starting point for safaris in Namibia, Windhoek is also an interesting city to visit. It has several fascinating historic buildings to explore, most of them conveniently located in the city centre. One of the main attractions in Windhoek, the beautiful Neo-Romanic style Evangelic-Lutheran Christuskirche was built in 1910. Tintenpalast (Ink Palace) is the seat of chamber of the Namibian Parliament, the National Assembly and the National Council. In the National Gallery of Namibia you can admire works reflecting Namibia's rich cultural heritage. The oldest building in Windhoek, the Alte Feste (Old Fortress) serves now as a National Museum of Namibia exhibiting Namibia's cultural history.Nearby natural attractions. To get in touch with the Namibian wildlife, you can visit the Daan Viljoen Game Park which is located only 20 kilometres from Windhoek city centre. This Game Park is inhabited by typical animal species of Namibia's highlands such as mountain zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest. The Game Park is a good spot for birdwatching around Windhoek. There are also excellent, well-marked trails for hiking around Windhoek. To explore the diverse and unique Namibian wildlife with elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes among others you can go on a variety of exciting safaris from Windhoek.
Shopping & entertainment. Windhoek is the business and transportation hub of Namibia. The city centre is dotted with smalls shops and shopping malls and an ideal place for shopping in Windhoek. The city is also home to numerous bars, discos and clubs with live African and European music.
Practical information for your stay in Windhoek
Windhoek is located in Southern Africa, in the geographic centre of Namibia.
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The city has a dry and hot climate with pleasantly sunny weather. Especially the winter months are very dry. Note that as Windhoek is located at a high altitude, nights can be cold here.
Travel to Windhoek can be done by air or by road. There are regular flights to Windhoek from Europe, Australia and North America, as well as from many African cities. Windhoek can also be accessed by car or bus from Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa. Car rental in Windhoek is a good option for getting around in Namibia, as the Namibian road network is in excellent shape. Local buses and taxis are also widely available in Windhoek. Most of the attractions in Windhoek city can be easily explored on foot.
Hotels & restaurants. Windhoek offers good facilities for visitors. There are several hostels and hotels in Windhoek to choose from. There are also plenty of restaurants in Windhoek, serving both European and African cuisines.
Safety. Windhoek can be regarded as a safe destination for visitors. As pick-pocketing and robberies may occur in the city, it is advisable to keep your valuables hidden. Driving and walking around after dark should be avoided.
