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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: October 12, 2025

Swakopmund Lighthouse

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

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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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The Adler Pharmacy was opened on March 16, 1909 by pharmacist Emil Kiewitt after the military hospital pharmacy had been closed. At that time, Mr. Kiewitt had to receive approval 


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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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