Namibia Maritime Museum: clear view of museum interior

Namibia Maritime Museum: clear exterior view of museum

Namibia Maritime Museum: professional photo of museum staff

Namibia Maritime Museum: clear view of museum exhibition

Namibia Maritime Museum: clear display of museum collection

Namibia Maritime Museum: clear view of museum exhibits

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Namibia Maritime Museum

★ 4.8 · 71 reviews Lüderitz Opened 11 September 2024

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Sub-Saharan Africa's biggest maritime museum, built inside a 1911 power station

The Namibia Maritime Museum opened on 11 September 2024, when then-President Nangolo Mbumba cut the ribbon inside Lüderitz's old power station, built in 1910 and 1911. Five floors and 2,500 square metres cover the coast's fishing, mining, and shipping history, from replica vessels to the offshore oil and gas exploration happening right now.

Debmarine added a permanent exhibition in 2025, so the collection keeps growing. Entry costs about N$30, and the restored building alone is worth that.

Good to know

Entry about N$30
Closes earlier Saturdays (13:30), closed Sundays
New Debmarine exhibition added 2025

What guests say

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Victorine Pashu 22 reviews · Local Guide 7 May 2026

The museum was such a refreshing experience and sight to see. Full of the marine history, discovery of diamonds etc. Our tour guide was very helpful and kind.
Charne 4 reviews 9 April 2026

Thoroughly enjoyed the museum! Four floors and so much to see. Staff were amazing as well.
Isabella 1 review 4 April 2026

It was absolutely amazing and stunning. It is a must to visit this mesmerising museum. Worth it all.
Tobie de Klerk 9 reviews · Local Guide 23 February 2026

A great variety of items and examples on display. Well done! There are however a few displays lacking information - not sure if still in development, but more information on te individual exhibits will add lots of value to the visitors experience. Thanks for what you’ve done and achieved thus far. We look forward to another visit and then to bring friends or family along.
Carmen Herzog 13 reviews 13 February 2026

Impressive Museum, more than I expected, very interesting and informative. I enjoyed it. Well done. Friendly staff at entrance.