Windhoek, Namibia
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Safest area with luxury accommodation and heavy security, but residential with almost no dining or entertainment nearby. Pick it if you want maximum safety and don't mind taxiing elsewhere for activities.
Ludwigsdorf is the most expensive residential area and the diplomatic hub - embassies, ambassadors, embassy staff. That means the highest security in the city: embassy guards, private patrols, street lighting that stays on all night. Hillside properties with manicured gardens and city views. Luxury guesthouses with spas and pools, ten minutes from the center. Very quiet and residential - safe but isolated. Almost no restaurants or nightlife, so you'll taxi to Klein Windhoek for dinner and drinks. Spacious gated properties, people walking designer dogs. English widely spoken because of the diplomatic community. Good if you prioritize safety and luxury accommodation, less good if you want easy access to restaurants and social scenes. Some people find it too quiet and prefer Klein Windhoek.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
ExcellentHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
ExcellentEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
GoodDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
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"Incredibly safe but very quiet, felt isolated without a car"
"My guesthouse had a spa and pool, beautiful property with amazing views"
"Had to taxi to Klein Windhoek for dinner every night, no restaurants nearby"
"Perfect if you want peace and safety but not ideal for solo travelers wanting to socialize"
"Embassy security presence made me feel very secure walking around during the day"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Safe residential area where middle-class Namibians live. Authentic local feel with good amenities but limited dining and entertainment. Good for longer stays or if you want quiet over tourist scenes.
Klein Windhoek has the most restaurants, cafes, and accommodation in the city - upscale, safe, and English-friendly. Pricier than local areas, but that's where the tourist infrastructure is.
Safe, quiet residential suburb with upper-middle-class Namibian families. Authentic local feel but limited dining, entertainment, and English. Good for extended stays or if you want peace over tourist amenities.
Help other women stay safe in Ludwigsdorf
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.