3-Hour Windhoek City Tour with Katutura and National Museum

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Wander through the tranquil Parliament Gardens beneath Namibia's Parliament Building
• 02 Explore the iconic Christuskirche, one of Windhoek's most recognizable landmarks
• 03 Discover Namibia's colonial and independence history at the National Museum of Namibia
• 04 Visit Alte Feste, Windhoek's old fort and one of the city's earliest buildings
• 05 Experience Katutura township with a stop at a local bar and meat market

This 3-4 hour private guided tour introduces you to Windhoek through its history-rich landmarks, museums, and local cultural experiences. Explore key city sights including Parliament Gardens, Christuskirche, the National Museum of Namibia, Alte Feste, the TransNamib Railway Museum, and the Gibeon Meteorite. The experience also takes you into Katutura township for a more local perspective on life in Namibia's capital.

This 3-4 hour private guided tour introduces you to Windhoek through its history-rich landmarks, museums, and local cultural experiences.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Windhoek

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Parliament Gardens and Namibia's Political Heritage

• One of Windhoek's most beautiful and green gardens lies at the base of the Tintenpalast, Namibia's Parliament Building, in the city centre. The gardens are now home to three statues of iconic figures who were instrumental in gaining Namibia's independence. Here, you can learn more about these important Namibians and the current political processes shaping modern-day Namibia.
  Duration: 20 minutes

2

Day 02

Christuskirche Landmark Visit

• The Christ Church, or Christuskirche, is a Lutheran church in the centre of Windhoek that has become one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Here, you will have the chance to learn about the fascinating history of this church and, time permitting, look inside.
  Duration: 15 minutes

3

Day 03

National Museum of Namibia

• A recent addition to the Namibian skyline, the National Museum of Namibia is home to a rich collection of artifacts from colonial to modern-day Namibia.
  Learn about the history of Namibia from German colonial rule to South African reign and the country's independence.
  Duration: 1 hour

4

Day 04

Alte Feste Old Fort

• This old fort is said to be Windhoek's very first building and was used by the German army to defend their hold on the city. In more recent times, it was a museum, but it now stands empty. However, its rich history still makes it worth a visit.
  Duration: 10 minutes

5

Day 05

TransNamib Railway Museum

• Discover the history of Namibia's railway transport from the German colonial period to the present day.
  Duration: 30 minutes

6

Day 06

Gibeon Meteorite Display

• The Gibeon meteorite is a renowned meteorite discovered in the Gibeon area of Namibia. Due to its remarkable characteristics, it is one of the most famous meteorites and is highly sought after by collectors and scientists. The Gibeon meteorite is estimated to be over 4 billion years old, approximately the same age as the solar system. It is believed to originate from the asteroid belt located between Mars and Jupiter.
  Duration: 30 minutes

7

Day 07

Katutura Township Local Experience

• Visit the township of Windhoek and stop at the bar and meat market to feel and enjoy a good moment with local people.
  Duration: 1 hour

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• One bottle of water and Kapana meat
• Entry/Admission - National Museum of Namibia
• Entry/Admission - Trans-Namib Railroad Museum
• Try local delicacies

What's Not Included

• Gratuities
• Anything not listed under "Inclusions"

Know before you go

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
• Most travelers can participate.
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• This experience requires good weather. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Windhoek are available if selected.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Windhoek, Namibia

Tour start

Windhoek CBD

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.