The Atlas Obscura Guide To Windhoek

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Windhoek, Namibia

Updated December 3, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Windhoek

Chunks of the Gibeon Meteorite.

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The Gibeon Meteorites

A public display of prehistoric space rocks is named for the Namibian village where they were found.

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Namibia's Space Ball

Welded sphere dropped from space.

Inside the courtyard.

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National Museum of Namibia

Held in a fort that once stood for colonization of the area, this museum now tells the history of its indigenous people.

The storied Mini Cooper

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Joe's Beerhouse Mini Cooper

Atop one of Windhoek's most popular eateries is a monument to Namibia's most resilient vehicle.

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