Windhoek, Namibia
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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.
Olympia is an upper-middle-class residential area in southern Windhoek, along with Auasblick and Suiderhof. No industrial zones, spacious properties, higher-end. Home to Delta High School (formerly Deutsche Schule Windhoek), streets named after athletes like Frankie Fredericks Drive. Quiet and family-oriented like Eros - Namibian professionals and affluent families. Well-maintained properties, people walking dogs, kids going to school, neighbors saying hello. Safe during the day with low crime compared to downtown, but gets very quiet after dark when families go inside. English varies - some in schools and shops, but more of a local Namibian area than the international Klein Windhoek scene. Not many restaurants, bars, or tourist things - you'll travel to Klein Windhoek for dining and entertainment. Need LEFA or taxis to get around. Good for extended stays if you want authentic Namibian suburban life and prefer quiet over nightlife. Most visitors stick to Klein Windhoek for easier restaurant access, but Olympia works if you want peace and a local feel.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
ModerateDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
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"Very quiet and safe during the day but nothing to do in the neighborhood itself"
"Felt like staying in a suburban area anywhere - safe but needed taxi everywhere"
"Good for longer stays if you want peaceful accommodation away from tourists"
"Limited English compared to Klein Windhoek, more of a local Namibian area"
"Safe and clean but isolated from restaurants and nightlife"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
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 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.
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.
Help other women stay safe in Olympia
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.