Things to Do in Willemstad, Caribbean - Willemstad Attractions


Things to Do in Willemstad
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Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge, Punda, Ports of Call Tours, Beaches. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Floating bridge with dynamic views, gentle motion, and vibrant nightlife. Enjoys shops, eateries, and a picturesque waterfront scene. Witness the bridge swing for passing boats.
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Vibrant downtown district with colorful architecture and a unique floating bridge. Offers a mix of shopping, dining, and local art amid historical sites.
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Aquariums
Marine park with interactive animal encounters, including shark feeding and stingray snorkeling. Features educational dolphin shows and a glass bottom boat tour.
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Caverns & Caves
Above-ground limestone caves with intriguing wildlife, including fruit bats, and unique stalactite and stalagmite formations. Features a well-maintained Indian Trail with petroglyphs.
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National Parks
Rugged coastal landscape with volcanic rock formations, natural caves, and limestone bridges. Enjoy trails, dramatic waves, and scenic bokas.
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Speciality Museums
Admission tickets from $12
Historical exhibit focused on the African slave trade, featuring a moving display of authentic artifacts and comprehensive narratives on a dark period of history.
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Distilleries
Liqueur distillery tour featuring a cocktail workshop and tastings in a historic setting, complete with a garden lounge and a speciality gift shop.
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Beaches
Sun-drenched lounging and family-friendly snorkeling spot with clear waters, coral sights, and a vibrant fish population. Enjoy serene views and a sandy beach with shaded areas and a beach bar.
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Beaches
Beachside escape featuring a laid-back atmosphere, scenic views, and a restaurant with sea vistas. Home to unique wildlife, including iguanas, and a popular water swing for photo opportunities.
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Beaches
Tropical beach with a resort ambiance, complete with music, comfortable lounges, and water activities. Enjoy beachside relaxation, snorkeling, and jet-skiing; rocky areas necessitate water shoes.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Vibrant beachside spot with a man-made beach and lively strip mall ambiance. Features a mix of dining choices, shops, and rentals for beach chairs and cabanas.
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Distilleries
Island distillery tour focusing on local mixology, including a brief history lesson, free tastings, and a gift shop with a variety of products to sample and buy.
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- apf9930Spring Hill, FL308 contributionsCuracao is a beautiful area and we were fortunate to visit during the Christmas season. The walk from port to town takes you through a touristy area and then on to a beautiful walk of tasteful shopping stores, restaurants and live music. We enjoyed the walk over the Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge and saw the Punda Love Hearts. There are many souvenir style shops over the bridge but also family owned eateries, cigar shops and bars. The decorations were lovely and we would go back again.Written December 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Laila SNairobi, Kenya203 contributionsLoved Punda and neighboring areas. Especially during Christmas when street lights are on and music is everywhere. Crossing the bridge and discovering the little streets was a highlight. The only downside is that shops, especially handmade souvenir shops close super early and they are closed Sundays which isn't very practical for tourists who would like to enjoy a day at the beach to escape the heat and then maybe have dinner and walk around after downtown. To really visit the shops, one has to forfeit a day or a morning at the beach which is not practical for short visits.Written January 14, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- C B1 contributionEasy to get around the park. Easily done in half a day. Two of us did the underwater observatory. Cheap admission. Wish there was better signage to it though. Geweldig.Written February 4, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- POSitiveBrettScottsdale, AZ218 contributionsThis is a well maintained, interesting, and easily accessible cave system that is worth the visit if you have time. There are some interesting formations and the staff does a good job of showing it off well.Written January 31, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lori HRocky Top, TN172 contributionsInteresting park with waves crashing to natural opening in limestone walls, a tiny cave where waves came in, and a blow hole where I patiently waited for a great picture of the blow behind me. There were graveled walkways but little signage.
We visited this park as part of a Carnival Cruise Ship excursion which included other interesting sights on this area of Curaçao.Written February 4, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SphereHopperLondon, UK269 contributionsGreat little museum with so much more interesting history about the African peoples that were brought to Curacao against their will. Well worth paying US$6 pp for a guide as you get much more info on the exhibits.Written February 2, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shanker BAlpharetta, GA1,262 contributionsWe went at around 4 PM. The guided tours closed at 3 PM but we could do a self guided tours. It was great because we were at our own pace taking pictures and reading all the history. The place is maintained well. We tasted 3 flavors of Curaçao liqueur - we also spent a bit of time and $$ at the gift shop buying Blue Curaçao liqueur for friends and family to take home. they also have great local snacks and hot sauces. It’s a fun place to spend an hourWritten December 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ms. PantsAtlanta, GA155 contributionsThis beach reminds me of a beach inside a high end resort. They mean business. It is clean, organized and has a great swimming area.Written December 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Matthew N12 contributionsWe were visiting on a cruise ship and wanted a beach not too far from the docks, just to maximize our time. The cab ride was about 15-20mins and cost $10 per person. When we arrived at the beach, it was crowded (2 ships in port that day) but we scored a couple of chairs from a couple who were leaving. Relatively small beach area, but nice calm waters. As is typical in Aruba, there were rocks to navigate to get into the water, but not a big problem. The bar and dining area were close and convenient. We bought lunch and ordered local fare. It was good but not great and somewhat pricey, but we’re there to support the local economy. Servers were friendly and engaging. We had a nice beach day. On the way back, the cab driver stopped so we could photo some flamingoes. Bonus!Written January 1, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stacy G7 contributionsNice beach, party atmosphere, lots of seating and food options... can be a bit intimidating if not a social butterfly. Water is lovelyWritten April 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ana Isabel LBaltimore, MD161 contributionsGreat place for restaurants and shopping. Did not use the beach or facilities but it was beautiful and seems to be a happening place.
Safe to walk around and plenty of parking during the day. Shops don’t open super early and most close before 6 pm.
There needs to be better animal welfare throughout the island. There are a lot of emaciated stray dogs around, that nobody seems to care much about.Written June 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 19NV85141 contributionsWe did the basic 18 us dollar tour. It was about one hour. The guide takes you through the distillation, processes as they walk you though the distillery, showing you equipment materials, and explaining the history of the drink and the island. You taste some small samples at the end and you can redeem the cocktail that comes with admission. The cocktails are a just a bit unconventional because they almost all strictly different types of curacao as the main spirit in the drink but overall not bad but nothing special. However in that bar area of the tour there is lots of cool wild life running around. In way of a variety of cool birds that can easily be seen from the tables and some blue whip tail lizards endemic to curacao. That paired with a dose of history, a bit of booze, and for an affordable price made for a good outing.Written January 11, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
When to Visit
- January80 ºFColdest month3 days of rainLess busy
- February80 ºF1 day of rainLess busyLeast busy month
- March81 ºF1 day of rainVery busy
- April82 ºF1 day of rainVery busy
- May83 ºF1 day of rainLess busy
- June84 ºFHottest month1 day of rainModerately busy
- July83 ºF2 days of rainVery busy
- August84 ºF2 days of rainVery busyBusiest month
- September84 ºF3 days of rainModerately busy
- October84 ºF5 days of rainModerately busy
- November82 ºF6 days of rainWettest monthLess busy
- December81 ºF5 days of rainModerately busy
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