National Theatre of Namibia, Windhoek

#28 among attractions in Windhoek

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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. It was founded on August 15, 1989 under its current name and its present structure as a "non-profit purpose" but before that was already known as the South West Africa Performing Arts Council. It is located in the Windhoek Central Business District, next to the National Art Gallery of Namibia. ()

Coordinates: 22°33'45"S, 17°5'9"E

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Robert Mugabe AveWindhoek Namibia

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National Theatre of Namibia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Memorial Museum, Alte Feste, Parliament Gardens, Reiterdenkmal.

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Museum
Independence Memorial Museum, Windhoek
12 min walk • 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.
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Museum
Alte Feste, Windhoek
13 min walk • 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...
~1670 ftSE
Garden, Park
Parliament Gardens, Windhoek
9 min walk • 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.
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Monuments and statues
Reiterdenkmal, Windhoek
13 min walk • 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...
0.6 miN
Church
Reformed Church Windhoek, Windhoek
15 min walk • 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...
~1460 ftSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek
8 min walk • 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.
0.9 miSE
Forts and castles
Heinitzburg, Windhoek
23 min walk • 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".
0.8 miSE
Large castle built in the 1890s
Schwerinsburg, Windhoek
22 min walk • Schwerinsburg is the biggest of three castles in Windhoek, Namibia. Today it is the private residence of the Italian ambassador in Namibia.
~1960 ftS
Landmark church built in the early 1900s
Christ Church, Windhoek
10 min walk • 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.
~110 ftN
Namibia's foremost collection of art
National Art Gallery of Namibia, Windhoek
1 min walk • 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.
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Forts and castles
Sanderburg, Windhoek
25 min walk • 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.

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Which popular attractions are close to National Theatre of Namibia?

Nearby attractions include National Art Gallery of Namibia, Windhoek (1 min walk), Windhoek Public Library, Windhoek (3 min walk), St. Mary's Cathedral, Windhoek (8 min walk), Parliament Gardens, Windhoek (9 min walk).

How to get to National Theatre of Namibia by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Theatre of Namibia:

Bus

Robert Mugabe Clinic • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
TransNamib • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Train

Windhoek Railway Station (10 min walk)