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A quick tour of Windhoek
A good tour. My highlight was a visit to the German-style church and the restaurant where they served us exotic meats.
Windhoek City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $43 / person
- Location
- Windhoek, Namibia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 155 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Lark Journeys Namibia
Description
This comprehensive 3-4 hour Windhoek City Tour gives the visitor an overview of the historical sites in the center of Windhoek as well as an overview of the Katutura township where the majority of the city’s residents live. Explore the capital on Windhoek's greenest city tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $43
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $28
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Christuskirche In Windhoek
The Christ Church (or Christuskirche) is a Lutheran church in centre of Windhoek, and has become one of the most iconic landmarks for the city. Here you will have the chance to learn about the fascinating history of this church, and time permitting, look inside.
Parliament Gardens
One of the most beautiful (and green) gardens in Windhoek lies at the base of the Tintenpalast, Namibia's Parliament Building in the city centre. The gardens itself are now home to 3 statues of iconic who were instrumental in gaining Namibia's independence. Here you can learn more about these important Namibians, as well as the current political processes that are shaping modern day Namibia.
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.
Alte Feste
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 now stands empty, however it's rich history still make it worth a visit.
Explore the township of Katutura, visit the local market and meet the local people
Finish up the tour with a stop at Penduka, a craft project designed to uplift and inspire the local women to support themselves and their families. It's also a great chance to buy some souvenirs or gifts before returning home.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected) - In Windhoek
Try local delicacies
Not included
Anything not under ''Inclusions'
Pickup Locations & Times
Guests can be collected from any guesthouse/hotel in Windhoek as long as details are provided.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
155 reviews
How it compares in Windhoek
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 169 tours in Windhoek
- Starting price $43 is close to the typical $43 for tours of similar length in Windhoek
Excurgo comparison of 169 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Windhoek City Tour take?
Windhoek City Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Windhoek City Tour cost?
Prices start at $43 per person for this Windhoek experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Windhoek City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Windhoek City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $28, adults from $43. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Windhoek City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Guests can be collected from any guesthouse/hotel in Windhoek as long as details are provided. Pickup points include Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, Windhoek Country Club Resort.
What languages is Windhoek City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Windhoek City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 155 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Lark Journeys Namibia.
Reviews(155)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
A very good intro to the city
Great variety of history, culture, and community information. We saw a ton of the area and learned a lot. Julio was a terrific guide.
J
Very disappointed! Our...
Very disappointed! Our guide had no awareness of his guests. This tour left me with a very negative opinion of Namibia. I have used Viator for most of my travel and this was my worst experience.
R
Tour of Windhoek & Katutura township
It was a great 4 hour trip around Windhoek & Katutura township, Luigi who was very knowledgeable & informative took us to all the best tourist locations and we really enjoyed visiting a market in Katutura where we really enjoyed the shisa nyama.
H
Informative and enjoyable
Thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Julio was good fun and very knowledgeable. We went to a variety of places and all were interesting. Definitely recommended.
M
Must-do if you have 1 day in Windhoek!
I booked this on a whim without doing much research and was so pleasantly surprised by this tour. It was amazing! Such a variety of places, interesting history, culture. A fantastic mix of all the different aspects of the city. Julio our guide was amazing, so knowledgeable and passionate. Definitely do this if you only have 1 day in Windhoek!
A
Take the time to do this tour!
We had the most brilliant time with Julio. Incredibly passionate, insightful and hospitable. Really feel like we had a taste of the real Namibia, both learning about the history but also the places we visited
A
A great opportunity to get to know Windhoek
Our guide, Julio, has a great knowledge of the history of Namibia which helped to bring the tour alive. For me the highlight was visiting the market and township of Katutura, and sampling some of the food and spices in the market. The nearby Penduka village is a very inspiring project with good quality art and crafts for sale.
O
One of the best city tours we have done.
.Excellent way to see the newer buildings of downtown Windhoek mixing new designs with repurposing of colonial era structures. We started at the oldest church in Windhoek and ventured to the old fort being turned into a museum. We saw the main train station and visited a community food market in Katutura where we tasted locally barbequed beef. It was so delicious we bought a small packet of the spices used on the meat. Our final stop was the Penduka women’s manufacturing initiative. Julio was an excellent guide and driver who provided interesting facts about his city and the history.
T
Excellent guided tour of Windhoek
Excellent guided tour of Windhoek. Julio, the guide, narrated great facts about the history and status of Windhoek and Namibia. We stopped at major landmarks and neighborhoods, including the nice Oshetu local market where we tasted local delicacies.
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