Why visit
Windhoek is the capital of Namibia. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Namibia at a glance
Country center
-22.0°, 17.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
825,615 km²
318,772 mi²
Country population
2.6 million
3/km²
Subregion
Southern Africa
Currency
Namibian dollar ($)
NAD
Dial
+264
Languages
Afrikaans, German, English
Demonym
Namibian
Internet
.na
UN
Member state
ISO code
NA / NAM
Where in the world
-22.0° · 17.0°
Namibia
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Did you know
- Namibia has the oldest desert on earth (the Namib, 55+ million years old) with dunes that reach 325 m.
- The Skeleton Coast got its name from the bleached whale bones that line the shore: it is one of the world's most treacherous coasts.
- Namibia was the first country to include environmental protection in its constitution (1990).
Bordering Namibia
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Windhoek
What currency is used in Windhoek?
Windhoek uses the Namibian dollar ($), ISO code NAD.
What languages are spoken in Namibia?
The primary languages are Afrikaans, German and English.
What is the international calling code for Namibia?
The calling code is +264.
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