Windhoek: Sightseeing
Places and attractions in the Sightseeing category
Independence Memorial Museum
The Independence Memorial Museum is a poignant landmark nestled in the heart of Windhoek, the vibrant capital city of Namibia. This museum is dedicated to chronicling Namibia’s long struggle for independence from South African rule, which was finally achieved in 1990.
Alte Feste
Alte Feste, an emblematic historical site nestled in the heart of Windhoek, Namibia, stands as a testament to the country's rich past. Originally constructed in 1890, this old fortress was built during the early years of German colonial rule and has since evolved into...
Parliament Gardens
Nestled in the heart of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia, lies the tranquil oasis of Parliament Gardens. This serene park provides a lush, green respite from the bustling city life and is a cherished spot for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat.
Heroes' Acre
Heroes' Acre is a solemn monument and a national symbol of pride located on the outskirts of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. Established in August 2002, it serves as a final resting place for the most distinguished heroes and heroines of Namibia who have...
Reiterdenkmal
The Reiterdenkmal, also known as the Equestrian Monument, is a historical statue located in the heart of Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. This iconic sculpture was originally erected to commemorate the German soldiers and settlers who lost their lives during the...
Reformed Church Windhoek
The Reformed Church Windhoek is an emblematic religious structure nestled in the heart of Namibia's capital, Windhoek. This historic church, a cornerstone of the city's architectural and cultural heritage, stands as a testament to the Dutch Reformed community's...
St. Mary's Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral, known as St. Marien Kathedrale in German, is a Roman Catholic church in Windhoek, Namibia. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Windhoek.
Heinitzburg
Heinitzburg is one of the three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. It was built in 1914 by architect Wilhelm Sander. Sander originally built the castle for himself but sold it in 1916 to Hans Bogislav Graf von Schwerin, who named the castle Heynitzburg after his wife Margarete's birth name "von Heynitz".
Schwerinsburg
Large castle built in the 1890s Schwerinsburg is the biggest of three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. Today it is the private residence of the Italian ambassador in Namibia.
Christ Church
Landmark church built in the early 1900s The Christ Church is a historic landmark and Lutheran church in Windhoek, Namibia, belonging to the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. It was designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker. The church was built following the wars between the Germans and the Khoikhoi, Herero, and Owambo.
Greenwell Matongo Community Library
The Greenwell Matongo Community Library is situated in the Greenwell Matongo area of Katutura, a township of Windhoek, Namibia. The name derives from a freedom fighter Greenwell Matongo who fought for the liberation of Namibia.
Goreangab Dam
Goreangab Dam is a dam in the north-western suburbs of Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. It dams the ephemeral Arebbusch River and its tributary, the Gammams River, which both run across Windhoek.
National Art Gallery of Namibia
Namibia's foremost collection of art The National Art Gallery of Namibia is a state-owned art gallery situated in Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. It was founded in 1990. The goal of this institution is to preserve and encourage art in Namibia. It displays in a permanent exhibition of Namibian, African and European Art. Exhibitions of local artists as e.g.
Turnhalle
The Turnhalle is a building in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. Built during the era of Imperial Germany's colonisation of South West Africa, it has been through a variety of uses, most prominently as the venue for the 1975–1977 Turnhalle Constitutional Conference, an attempt...
Sanderburg
Sanderburg is the smallest of three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. It was built between 1917 and 1919 by architect Wilhelm Sander who designed it as his own place of residence. Its architectural style combines several medieval features.
State House
The State House of the Republic of Namibia is the official residence of the President of Namibia. Located in the Auasblick suburb of Windhoek, the State House was constructed by Mansudae Overseas Projects of North Korea from September 2002 to March 2008, a total of 66 months.
Parliament Building
The Parliament Building, Windhoek, also known as Tintenpalast, is the seat of both houses of the Parliament of Namibia. It is located in the Namibian capital of Windhoek.
National Library of Namibia
The National Library of Namibia is the legal deposit and copyright library for Namibia. The library is situated in Windhoek.
Avis Dam
The Avis Dam is a dam outside of Windhoek, Namibia. It was built in 1933 by the South African colonial authorities. It first flooded in April 1934, but only exceeded 75% again in 2007.
Windhoek Public Library
The Windhoek Public Library is a public library in downtown Windhoek, Namibia. Built in 1925, it is located in Lüderitz Street, sharing a building with the Owela strand of the National Museum of Namibia.
National Theatre of Namibia
The National Theatre of Namibia is the state theatre in the Namibian capital Windhoek. The National Theatre promotes the development, conservation and maintenance of dramatic arts in Namibia.
Supreme Court of Namibia
The Supreme Court of Namibia is the highest court in the judicial system of Namibia. It is the court of last resort and the highest appellate court in the country. It is located in the city centre of Namibia's capital city, Windhoek.
Sanlam Centre
The Sanlam Centre is a building in downtown Windhoek, Namibia. Located on Independence Avenue, the building was built in 1990, the same year as Namibia's independence. It has 15 floors and 28,000 m² of floor space.
University of Namibia
The University of Namibia is a multi-campus public research university in Namibia, as well as the largest university in the country. It was established by an act of Parliament on 31 August 1992.
Windhoek Central Business District
Windhoek Central Business District is the inner city area of Windhoek, capital of Namibia. It is surrounded by the suburbs of Windhoek West and Hochland Park in the west, Windhoek-North in the north, Eros, Klein-Windhoek, Luxushügel and Auasblick in the east, and Suiderhof and Southern Industrial in the south.
College of the Arts
The College of the Arts is an institution of arts education in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. In 2011, it employed 39 lecturers full-time and 75 on part-time basis.
Namibia University of Science and Technology
The Namibia University of Science and Technology, formerly known as Polytechnic of Namibia, is a public university located in the city of Windhoek, Namibia. Andrew Niikondo is its acting vice-chancellor. NUST was headed by the founding vice-chancellor Tjama Tjivikua until March 2019.
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