Namibia Craft Centre
Namibia Craft Centre
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9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
About
Approximately 38 craft stalls from rural communities, ethnic groups and projects sell Namibian handicraft here, which range from jewellery to carved tree roots. We have the freshest Namibian food and best cheesecake and apple crumble in town! Our Craft Cafe is known all over the world for its stylish and excellent food. We support Namibian micro and small enterprises, and contribute to increase income through the sale of Namibian craft. Over 4,000 producers and their families derive an income from sales of their craft. We support Namibian design and product development, which is reflected in our large range of unique and quality products. We encourage the use of environmentally friendly products and sustainable utilization of Namibian natural resources. Vendors inside the Namibia Craft Centre may stock up to 5% of non-Namibian, but African handi-craft. No goods from outside the continent may be sold inside the Craft Centre. Some handi-craft and materials are hard to come by in Namibia, which is why we have made this concession. Staff should be able to tell you exactly the origin of most goods.
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- D M5 contributionsCrafty WiFiInteresting craft center with nice brasserie style restaurant. Good mix of retailers with pretty much « full range » of Namibian and wider African crafts. Very disappointing to find that guest WiFi access requires a trip to the admin office to get the WiFi code conveniently to be found underneath a « tips » jar, all under the eagle eye of an unsmiling administrator. It really would make people feel better if the WiFi code could be provided by, for example, servers in the cafe.Visited September 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 12, 2023
- Judy HZug, Switzerland129 contributionsWindhoek, The Namibia Craft CentreThe Namibia Craft Centre is well worth a visit PLUS it is open on a Sunday. The national museum and parliment park were both closed. Beautifully crafted gifts and Souvenirs at set prices. Cafe with good food.Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 24, 2024
- faranghusband153 contributionsSome special curios and a good cafeMost of the merchandise here is mass produced and / or of bad taste. But there are definitely gems to be found. Morris Baba is a great artist selling his animals welded from scrap metal. There is also a shop selling hand woven carpets. Those are difficult to find nowadays after Ibenstein stopped production. We also found a doll and several greeting cards that are unique and made with a lot of creativity. The cafe upstairs is a great place for a light lunch. After the sad decline of Post Street Mall, casual outdoor dining spots in the center of town are hard to find.Visited July 2024Traveled with familyWritten July 23, 2024
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Julien666
Ivry-sur-Seine, France177 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Well located in the centre of Windhoek, the art market makes it easy to make these last souvenir purchases before flying back. There is also a very decent restaurant upstairs with a nice terrace.
There are many stands, there is really something to find his happiness.
Please note that prices are not negotiable. It is not the same atmosphere as in art markets elsewhere in Namibia but it is rather convenient to be able to buy souvenirs in the same place before leaving.
There are many stands, there is really something to find his happiness.
Please note that prices are not negotiable. It is not the same atmosphere as in art markets elsewhere in Namibia but it is rather convenient to be able to buy souvenirs in the same place before leaving.
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Written July 27, 2024
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vidhusagar
chennI1,260 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Wanted to pick up a few local souvenirs on the last day of our Namibia trip. All the shops sell interesting stuff and after having been around the country all the products were well finished, good variety but a tad expensive compared to other local markets. Did pick up some nice stuff that I did not fine elsewhere. Good place to shop for self or for give aways.
Written September 16, 2022
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Barbro E
5 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
In the middle of central Windhoek, all nice crafts have been gathered under one roof. Here you can find both really fine Namibian handicrafts but also slightly simpler and more "ordinary" handicrafts from other areas of Africa that you see everywhere. Woodwork in particular. You can stroll around in peace and quiet, no pesky sellers looking for your attention. There is also a really good restaurant here where you can have a good lunch or something simpler. Highly recommend this craft center.
Written December 2, 2023
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faranghusband
Weinfelden, Switzerland153 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Most of the merchandise here is mass produced and / or of bad taste. But there are definitely gems to be found. Morris Baba is a great artist selling his animals welded from scrap metal. There is also a shop selling hand woven carpets. Those are difficult to find nowadays after Ibenstein stopped production. We also found a doll and several greeting cards that are unique and made with a lot of creativity.
The cafe upstairs is a great place for a light lunch. After the sad decline of Post Street Mall, casual outdoor dining spots in the center of town are hard to find.
The cafe upstairs is a great place for a light lunch. After the sad decline of Post Street Mall, casual outdoor dining spots in the center of town are hard to find.
Written July 23, 2024
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Adre D
2 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
Buyers be aware! When you buy anything at this place, check when they wrap what you've bought...I bought alot of key rings and little bits and pieces and they wrapped it for me for the airplane, as I unwrap in the UK half the stuff I bought wasn't there...I can say they stole my money, and alot of it and put what I bought back on the shelf for the next customer:(!!!
I am truly disappointed! Thank you Nambia for your awful mindset robbing from tourists!
Lost my support
I am truly disappointed! Thank you Nambia for your awful mindset robbing from tourists!
Lost my support
Written October 8, 2020
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Dear Sir / Madam,
I am truly sorry that you were treated this way. We take our business and reputation very seriously. Can you please send me more details of the type of goods you bought, at which stall or rather the position if you dont recall so that I can take this up as a matter of serious urgency.
You are most welcome to email me directly at craftcentre@iway.na our landline is +264 61 242222 or mobile +264 81 124 0982
Thank you
Shareen Thude
General Manager
Written October 9, 2020
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Susan K
Arlington, VA76 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
I was hoping the market had more than the typical wood carvings and fabrics you get at any souvenir shop. I wasn’t disappointed. I bought a beautiful basket, an ostrich leather note book, some beaded Christmas decorations and had a delicious omelette. There were other unique things for sale as well.
Written September 11, 2022
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Christinus
Arnhem, The Netherlands1,357 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
If you realize that you want to buy a gift just before you fly back, you should visit here, in South Africa these types of markets are much better developed, for example Hout Bay, Franshoek, etc. Relatively expensive. Beautiful batik cloths in groups of 5.5 by 1 m for €40, which I bought as a tablecloth measuring 2-2.5 m by 1.2-1-4 m. What can I do with 5 meters?
Nice art but a bit expensive, especially for impulse purchases. Enjoyed the rest, catering in the restaurant was uninterested and slow. That is not normally the case here in Namibia.
In short, potentially a top spot, but do something about it...
Nice art but a bit expensive, especially for impulse purchases. Enjoyed the rest, catering in the restaurant was uninterested and slow. That is not normally the case here in Namibia.
In short, potentially a top spot, but do something about it...
Written May 12, 2024
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BigTarpon
Milan, Italy1,551 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Beautiful structure in the centre, with many shops offering local crafts.
Prices not negotiable.
It also has a good (but slow) bistro with well-prepared dishes.
If you have an hour to spend in Windhoek that's fine
Prices not negotiable.
It also has a good (but slow) bistro with well-prepared dishes.
If you have an hour to spend in Windhoek that's fine
Written August 10, 2023
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timothyg
Los Angeles, CA183 contributions
Aug 2022
This is a great place, with beautiful and fun offerings. And at terrific prices. My friend and I spent two days in Windhoek before our safari, and one day at the end of the trip. Before the safari, we scoped out the place, looking for gift ideas. And when we returned, we found everything we wanted and more. Some other places in Namibia offer "genuine" crafts that are mass-manufactured. This place has the real stuff. It's fun to window-shop and if you're looking for gifts/souvenirs, this is the only place to go.
Written August 28, 2022
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Judy H
Zug, Switzerland129 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The Namibia Craft Centre is well worth a visit PLUS it is open on a Sunday. The national museum and parliment park were both closed. Beautifully crafted gifts and Souvenirs at set prices. Cafe with good food.
Written March 24, 2024
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Is the craft centre open on a Sunday?
Written August 12, 2018
Yes. Until 1PM. The resturant is open later.
Written August 13, 2018
Is the craft centre open on a Sunday?
Written August 12, 2018
Hi I'd like to know where this is situated, and what days are they open and the times, thank you.
Written July 16, 2015
Namartcraft
Windhoek, Namibia
Hi Lincy,
Somehow I missed this question
Weekdays: 09:00 - 17:30
Weekends and public holidays: 09:00 - 13:30
Written April 24, 2016
Namartcraft
Windhoek, Namibia
Vendors inside the Namibia Craft Centre may stock up to 5% of non-Namibian, African handi-craft. No goods from outside the continent may be sold inside the Craft Centre. Some handi-craft and materials are hard to come by in Namibia, which is why management have made this concession. Staff should be able to tell you exactly the origin of most goods.
Written March 23, 2015
In the middle of city inside old beer factory. You can not missed it. Also plan to sit and enjoy in cafe restaurant.
Written December 14, 2016
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