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The Top 20 Attractions in Namibia

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Namibia. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Namibia is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Swakopmund Lighthouse

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The lighthouse, built in 1902 and 10 m taller in 1910, is 21 m taller than all other buildings in Swakopmund.

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Big Daddy Dune, Namib-Naukluft National Park

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The Sossuvlei is a salt-clay pan surrounded by sand dunes in the Namib, where water is rarely found. There are many 'dead' trees there and despite the heat it is 


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Deadvlei

Highlight ‱ Natural Monument

You've seen it many times in pictures but when you're here it looks gigantic. People are so small in this huge landscape. Created from lakes, you walk on rock-hard, dry ground. You shouldn't touch the trees!

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Woermann House and Damara Tower

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In 1894 the Hamburg Damara and Namaqualand trading company had the Woermannhaus built. Designed by architect Friedrich Höft, the Damara Tower served as a water tower and navigation point for 


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Dead Vlei

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It's best to come in the morning or afternoon. Both because of the great shadows and because of the temperature :-)

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Sesriem Canyon

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A very nice area for hiking. If you climb into the caves, you should be careful not to fall down on the other side.👍

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Christ Church, Windhoek

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The Christ Church in Windhoek is a built from 1907 to 1910, the church of the Windhoek community of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. It is considered the landmark of the city.

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Sossusvlei Sand Dunes

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Sossusvlei and a trip to the dunes, a highlight of a Namibia tour.

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Dune 45

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The submontane view of the dune is fascinating and the climb is exausting to some extend. But it's awesome and definitely worth it, too.

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Swakopmund Railway Station (Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre)

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One of the most beautiful buildings in the city is the former train station. It was built in 1901. Today it is a luxury hotel.

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