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Things to see in Swakopmund (Namibia): 11 places and when to go
Swakopmund is a town in Namibia, and this site lists 11 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (4), History (3), With kids (2). The best known are National Marine Aquarium of Namibia, Museum Swakopmund and Swakopmund lighthouse. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In December there are 13 h 23 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 37. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Namibia · -22.6689, 14.535
- Places
- 11 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (4) · History (3) · With kids (2) · Wildlife (2) · Architecture (1) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- WVB Walvis Bay(Rooikop), 36 km as the crow flies
What to see in Swakopmund
The places in and around Swakopmund, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- National Marine Aquarium of NamibiaAquarium in Swakopmund, Namibia2.2 km
- Museum SwakopmundMuseum in Namibia1.4 km
- Swakopmund lighthouseLighthouse in Namibia1.4 km
- Evangelical Lutheran ChurchChurch in Swakopmund1.1 km
- Kramersdorf BuildingNational monument in Namibia1.3 km
- Marine-DenkmalNational monument in Namibia1.3 km
- Eiermannhaus Art GalleryGallery1.6 km
- Kristall GalerieMuseum1.1 km
- Namib Dunes Craft BreweryBrewery1.1 km
- Rogl Souvenirs & GalleryGallery1.4 km
- The Living Desert Snake ParkWith kids · Wildlife1.8 km
When to go to Swakopmund
The best time to visit Swakopmund is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible13:15
- FebPossible12:45
- MarPossible12:09
- AprBest time11:28
- MayBest time10:55
- JunBest time10:37
- JulBest time10:44
- AugBest time11:13
- SepBest time11:53
- OctBest time12:32
- NovPossible13:07
- DecPossible13:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 13 h 23 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 37. In April, 11 of the 11 places are at their best.
When to go to Namibia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Swakopmund
The nearest main airport is Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB, Walvis Bay(Rooikop)), 36 km as the crow flies. How to get around Namibia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
And all of Namibia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Swakopmund?
The best known: National Marine Aquarium of Namibia, Museum Swakopmund, Swakopmund lighthouse, Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kramersdorf Building. In all, 11 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Swakopmund?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In December there are 13 h 23 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 37.
How do you get to Swakopmund?
The nearest main airport is Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), 36 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Swakopmund as the destination and these 11 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
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