Windhoek is Namibia’s capital city and is centrally located with the international airport situated in it. The city is a safe, clean and accessible place that is far busier than most of the other cities in Namibia. With a short amount of time on your hands you will be able to explore the entire city and see and visit all of its major attractions. When walking through the city you will notice a number of German-style buildings that are still standing as a reminder of Namibia’s colonial history.

When choosing a place to stay in Windhoek with only 24 hours on the clock it is important to choose a place that is close to the city’s main monuments and attractions. Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino is surrounded by shops and is across the road from a craft market. The rooms are modern and sophisticated with lovely views of the Windhoek skyline and will make for an ideal choice when deciding where to stay in Windhoek.

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Most international airlines fly into the Windhoek International Airport, Hosea Kutako. It has many cafes, duty-free shops as well as car hiring services. Walking around the city in daylight in the Central Business District is doable and you will be able to visit the markets and close by attractions. Taxis are available to travel around the city, but hiring a car for the day is the best option, especially if you want to travel a bit further. Parking is straightforward as you will come across parking attendees that you can pay to keep your car watched and safe.

Start your morning off by visiting the Christuskirche church, which is an iconic tourist landmark in Windhoek that was completed in 1910, making it the oldest Lutheran church in Namibia. With iconic German neo-Gothic and neo-Romanesque architecture, it is a beautiful place to visit and see. It is located in the middle of a roundabout and is adjacent to the Independence Memorial Museum and the AlteFeste. It has large beautiful stained-glass windows and a tall bell clocktower. A visit to the Independence Memorial Museum will be a great way to learn about the country’s anti-colonial and independence struggles. The museum is host to many materials and memorabilia related to Namibia’s anti-colonial resistance and armed liberation struggles.

Take a walk to the Voigtland Guesthouse for lunch to enjoy a unique experience with two friendly giraffes that you can feed whilst they stand and walk around just a few feet away from your table. This lovely property was built in 1900 and is set on the slope of a hill with trees, lawns and gardens surrounding it. You can also tour the cattle farm, go on a hike or rent a mountain bike for a quick ride around the grounds. After lunch, you should head to the Independence Memorial Building where you will find the "Balcony of Love". With a lovely view from here, you will be able to see the whole city and catch a wonderful sunset.

After the sun sets head over to the Oshetu Community Market in the Single Quarters to try some of the best street food available in Namibia, you will come across skewers and grilled meat, as well as dried spinach, fish and if you have a particularly adventurous palate try out the grilled Mopane Worms! After having your fill to eat of street food head over to one of the many rooftop bars to dance the night away or try your luck for the night with a trip to the casino.