Aruba Streetcar
Aruba Streetcar
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  • Jo J
    London, United Kingdom22 contributions
    Nice and relaxing
    This is a good way to see a bit of the capital. It's free and relaxing. You just hop on and enjoy the views. The driver stops for 10-15 minutes so you can buy some food/drink if needed. Try it, it doesn't cost anything and you might see some places you wouldn't otherwise.
    Visited June 2019
    Written February 12, 2020
  • crzy1
    Clermont, Florida5 contributions
    Adorable streetcar
    Great way to save a few steps on a hot day. Travels down and back on the same route...short ride but easy to cut through a block to busier areas. Does stop at archealogical museum and for about 15 minutes at a store if you want an expensive bottle of beer! Nice little diversion for a hot day but sit below!
    Visited October 2022
    Written November 11, 2022
  • amanda5805
    Duncan, Canada4,946 contributions
    Not what it once was... So much shorter.
    We have ridden the trolly on 3 different trips to Aruba. The first 2 times I would have rated this experience a 5/5 but not anymore. It's much shorter than it once was. The past two times we really enjoyed it. This time it wasn't as great because it didn't take you very far. One of the pick up locations is just outside the cruise port. It has many stop points so people can hop on and off. It is completely free but you can leave the driver a small tip. You can see some of the Dutch style building but now it mostly just takes you to the Renaissance Shopping Center and back to the cruise port. Don't get me wrong I totally got off there to get a Starbucks. It had been almost 28 days away and I had a craving. I use to recommend this to so many people. Now I would only recommend it If you are bored, wanting to shop, want something to kill time or have small kids this would be fun but its not what once was. I hope they reopen the rest of the loop in the future.
    Visited December 2022
    Written May 6, 2023
  • LaraKZ
    Prague, Czech Republic221 contributions
    Why operate on half capacity when a long line of cruisers are waiting to ride
    Thought it would be fun to get with the kids on this colorful tram we enjoyed in the past in Aruba just that this time crazy queues and surprisingly the upper deck was closed - it was not raining so didn't see why it would be closed if you have people waiting 30 min or more to get in. We gave up boarding at the cruise terminal and went by foot to the city center to just find the tram again going back still at half capacity and also doing just part of its itinerary as it stopped at the begging of the palm shaded shopping street. At least in the confusion of why it stopped there and who wants to get up and down we found seats so had a very short ride back to cruise - still nice for kids ... This is one nice little attraction in a city that offers less than on other islands pls don`t spoil it ....
    Visited February 2020
    Written February 29, 2020
  • MN Sand Seeker
    858 contributions
    Super long wait
    We thought it would be fun to take the street car after walking around downtown for a few hours. When we arrived at the end to get on, the car was full and wouldn’t let more on. So we waited while the full car sat there for at least 15 minutes. After it left we waited 30 minutes for the next car to arrive. After we got on that car, it sat for 30 minutes full and didn’t move. Once it finally was in operation, it was a frustrating ride; as many people wanted on but no one was getting off and operators kept yelling that people couldn’t stand on the streetcar. It really wasn’t worth the wasted time or hassle.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 28, 2020
  • Dana616
    Tampa, Florida54 contributions
    Perfect way to visit downtown
    We took the streetcar to get our bearing on downtown. Because our visit was still during covid restrictions we were one of 4 people on the streetcar. The attendants all wore masks even though it was outside and sprayed your hands with anti-bacterial gel. There wasn't a commentary on the sights but it didn't matter to us as we only wanted to sightsee. The attendants were friendly. The drivers were friendly and as a free method of transportation a must experience. Beware: the ride is short - this is not around the island but just downtown.
    Visited May 2021
    Written June 15, 2021
  • tinajb22
    Norwich, United Kingdom319 contributions
    Brilliant experience
    What a brilliant thing to have for the locals and tourists to share and all for free. Brilliantly maintained and restored street cars they imported from San Francisco and it gives you a great view of all of the town..the drivers, guides are also super friendly, they even waited for me whilst I nipped into the pharmacy, that’s true service..thankyou guys…
    Visited June 2022
    Written June 26, 2022
  • Tammi C
    438 contributions
    Short route but nice.
    Trolley doesn’t go far but it’s a nice experience. From what I understand the route has been cut down since the pandemic. You can literally walk from the starting point to ending point in less time than it takes to ride the trolley. But it is nice to sit back and see the sights on the short ride.
    Visited January 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 14, 2023
  • Cindy D
    Manotick, Canada117 contributions
    Not the same as it was…
    This used to be a lovely little (free!) excursion in Oranjestad. Taking the trolley from the port through the downtown core and back was a fun highlight of time spent downtown. We even had a favourite driver — Anthony! But now the tram only goes a very short distance (and then the driver asks for a tip) and stops. I wouldn’t bother doing this any more. Too bad…
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled on business
    Written March 20, 2023
  • Chris P
    2 contributions
    not happy
    Have the same route as before,like in May2022, we were there in May and again in November. Would not do it again. The route that took like 40 minutes before, now you're lucky to get 15 minutes. They cut the route. I know it's free, but not worth the wait. I would gladly pay a dollar or even 2 dollars to have it like before.
    Visited November 2022
    Written February 10, 2023
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LaraKZ
Prague, Czech Republic221 contributions
Feb 2020
Thought it would be fun to get with the kids on this colorful tram we enjoyed in the past in Aruba just that this time crazy queues and surprisingly the upper deck was closed - it was not raining so didn't see why it would be closed if you have people waiting 30 min or more to get in.
We gave up boarding at the cruise terminal and went by foot to the city center to just find the tram again going back still at half capacity and also doing just part of its itinerary as it stopped at the begging of the palm shaded shopping street. At least in the confusion of why it stopped there and who wants to get up and down we found seats so had a very short ride back to cruise - still nice for kids ...
This is one nice little attraction in a city that offers less than on other islands pls don`t spoil it ....
Written February 29, 2020
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MN Sand Seeker
Minnesota858 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We thought it would be fun to take the street car after walking around downtown for a few hours. When we arrived at the end to get on, the car was full and wouldn’t let more on. So we waited while the full car sat there for at least 15 minutes. After it left we waited 30 minutes for the next car to arrive. After we got on that car, it sat for 30 minutes full and didn’t move. Once it finally was in operation, it was a frustrating ride; as many people wanted on but no one was getting off and operators kept yelling that people couldn’t stand on the streetcar. It really wasn’t worth the wasted time or hassle.
Written February 29, 2020
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Dana616
Tampa, FL54 contributions
May 2021
We took the streetcar to get our bearing on downtown. Because our visit was still during covid restrictions we were one of 4 people on the streetcar. The attendants all wore masks even though it was outside and sprayed your hands with anti-bacterial gel. There wasn't a commentary on the sights but it didn't matter to us as we only wanted to sightsee.

The attendants were friendly. The drivers were friendly and as a free method of transportation a must experience. Beware: the ride is short - this is not around the island but just downtown.
Written June 15, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

tinajb22
Norwich, UK319 contributions
Jun 2022
What a brilliant thing to have for the locals and tourists to share and all for free. Brilliantly maintained and restored street cars they imported from San Francisco and it gives you a great view of all of the town..the drivers, guides are also super friendly, they even waited for me whilst I nipped into the pharmacy, that’s true service..thankyou guys…
Written June 26, 2022
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Tammi C
Hobbs, New Mexico, United States438 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Trolley doesn’t go far but it’s a nice experience. From what I understand the route has been cut down since the pandemic. You can literally walk from the starting point to ending point in less time than it takes to ride the trolley. But it is nice to sit back and see the sights on the short ride.
Written January 14, 2023
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Cindy D
Manotick, Canada117 contributions
Mar 2023 • Business
This used to be a lovely little (free!) excursion in Oranjestad. Taking the trolley from the port through the downtown core and back was a fun highlight of time spent downtown. We even had a favourite driver — Anthony! But now the tram only goes a very short distance (and then the driver asks for a tip) and stops. I wouldn’t bother doing this any more. Too bad…
Written March 20, 2023
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Chris P
2 contributions
Nov 2022
Have the same route as before,like in May2022, we were there in May and again in November. Would not do it again. The route that took like 40 minutes before, now you're lucky to get 15 minutes. They cut the route. I know it's free, but not worth the wait. I would gladly pay a dollar or even 2 dollars to have it like before.
Written February 10, 2023
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Sharon C
4 contributions
Oct 2022
How fun it was to ride the top level of the streetcar and take in the sights of downtown. The conductor was pleasant and pointed out different shops and buildings. We took lots of picture and needless to say, it was a great place to shop. I would do it again.
Written October 14, 2022
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The W
Northborough16 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Streetcar loops around the downtown Oranjestad. Can hop on and off at any stop. Nine stops total - Port of Call, Rancho (Bus Terminal), Plaza Museo (Archaeological Museum is there), Royal Plaza, Renaissance Mall, Plaza Chipi Chipi, Caya Betico Croes, Plaza Bon Bini and Plaza Nicky. It stops the shopping area (Renaissance Mall, Royal Plaza), historic sites and casinos area. Take pictures of the beautiful Dutch style buildings on both sides while you are riding the streetcar. Look for the landmark - "I love Aruba" sign. It is near the Renaissance Hotel and take a picture there to remember the good times on the island. Two single-deck and two open top double-deck streetcars are running between 9am to 5pm. Only two streetcars run after 11pm.
Written October 11, 2018
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Aarti74
London UK17 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
If you are in the downtown area of Oranjestad on a day that the trolley cart is operating, it runs every 45 mins and it’s a gentle way of seeing the downtown area.

However some advice -
1. Either get on at the first stop by the cruise ships, or the third stop by the shopping area - we waited at the second stop (no shade, no sign, blazing heat) for 25 mins but the trolley cart was full (from the cruise) and so they would not stop for me and my children - we then walked down to the next stop, as I thought the cruise visitors would be going to the shops, which they did and we got on there. It takes 30-40 minutes for the route.
2. At the end of the first section of the route, the trolley stops for ten minutes by a cafe/souvenir shop and you are heavily encouraged by the trolley cart conductors to go shopping (most of the visitors did), the prices are inflated and there is better shopping elsewhere downtown.
3. The trolley cart operators are polite, but they respond best to the cruise ship visitors who give them tips and encouraged them to shop here/go eat there - it’s quite blatant, and whilst I don’t blame them (they are in the tourism business) I did think they overlooked/were brusque with everyone else. The trolley cart is free, but they announce quite a few times that they appreciate tips.
4. We had two hours to kill so it occupied 45 mins, but I would not have paid for the trip and I would not come into town just to do it.
Hope this helps!
Written August 16, 2022
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