Location: Swakopmund
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What to do and see in Swakopmund, Erongo Region: The Best Things to do
Namibia's largest coastal town is a huge draw for merrymakers and vacationers from all over the globe. This seaside resort showcases its German origins in its European-style colonial architecture, creating a jarring juxtaposition against the landscape of the Namib desert. Sandboard or motorbike the dunes, dine and imbibe in a picturesque restaurant on the waterfront, or just marvel at the unusual birds and plants that populate the region.
Restaurants in Swakopmund
1. German Evangelical Lutheran Church
2. Desert Explorers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 800 reviews
Reviewed By garychequer - Gaborone, Botswana
This is a fantastic way to see the Swakopmund dunes, combining fun and plenty of excitement as well as beautiful scenic views. We are a family of four with teens who all have limited to no experience on quads, but were safety briefed and taught how to ride the terrain with no problem at all. The sand dune body boarding was great fun and the dunes themselves are fantastic for the quad experience. Overall a must do for thrill seekers and fun loving people alike.
3. Platz Am Meer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By retha950
Superb location close to mall, clean premises, awesome views and well equipped for self catering. We really had a great time.
4. Swakopmund Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 571 reviews
The Swakopmund Museum is run by the Scientific Society Swakopmund. It is the largest privately run museum in Namibia and a favourite amongst locals and guests. On display are various types of indigenous plants, animals, minerals, an archaeological exhibition, the transport system of old and a variety of cultural historical objects. One of a kind and educational is the exhibition “People of Namibia.” It focuses on the traditional heritage of the different ethnic groups of Namibia.
Reviewed By 699liezela - Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
What a lovely experience. Well worth a visit especially if you are interested in history. Takes about 40min to walk through
5. Swakopmund Jetty
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 819 reviews
Reviewed By nickv228 - Windhoek, Namibia
In my youth the Jetty was a popular place for fishing and making out. Sadly fishing, as most other fun activities in the Dorob park, are Verboten :( During my life it was rebuilt twice and the maintence at the moment is supposedly funded by the restaurant at the head. The restaurant is for people with small appetites and cavernous wallets ;) The restaurant is also not open every day for lunch, as i recently found out. This landmark is a must visit. To stroll up to the head and back clears the mind. Sunsets are stunning.
6. Woermannhaus
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Shimnik - Delft, The Netherlands
Right now Woermannhaus is used as a library and art gallery. You can find a guard in the yard and ask him to get to the tower. It costs 20N$ (1,5 USD). The views from the top are nice on a sunny day. And you would have 360deg observation desk for yourself, because there are usually not so many people interested to get up without a lift.
7. Welwitschia Plains
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 403 reviews
Reviewed By 15matjan - Tona, Spain
First of all must get your permit from NWR office, Bismarck street in Swakopmund and self-drive through the desert: lichen fields, moon landscapes, remains of a 19th century war camp, ostriches and the amazing Welwitschias and other desert adapted plants.Interesting experience.
8. Swakopmund Camel Farm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By cowenevett - Carefree, United States
I had written ahead and booked our ride. When we arrived, a little unsure if we were in the right place, since the government had removed all the road signs, Elke assured us that we were. Elke, the owner was so much fun to talk to and we enjoyed seeing what other animals she had on the farm. The headgear she dresses you up in adds to the experience, making it all a little more fun than the commercialized camel rides they have in town. The ride isn't long, but long enough to get the feel and make it memorable. Will definitely return and would love to take Elke to lunch to hear more about her life and history in Namibia, she made the camel ride and opportunity to chat with her a very special stop during our trip. I hope people take the time to drive a short distance from the town center and support her and her camels, she is a small local business worth supporting.
9. Snake Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Mot_Kiwi - Kenepuru Sound, New Zealand
Had a great time looking at the various snakes, lizards, tortoise, and terrapin. The owners were very friendly, knowledgeable and were more than happy to share such information. One of the pythons were shedding while we were there and with a little help, changed from a rather shabby, pre shed snake, to the most beautiful iridescent creature. Quite stunning. We were also shown how docile the black mamba really is as the owner picked up the snake and handled it in a very relaxed manner. There were newly hatched terrapins and chameleons hatching. All in all a great experience.
10. National Marin Aquarium of Namibia
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By ninjakitten007 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
It is not the biggest aquarium, but definitely good value. $30 namibian for foreigners and there are lots of local species to see. Definitely worth a visit.
