Historic Center Travel Guide

Willemstad

A waterfront promenade with a wooden walkway, metal railings, and a row of colorful buildings in the background.

A coastal city with a prominent yellow building, a bridge, and a sunset over the water.

A wooden boardwalk with arches, colorful buildings, and flags on a sunny day.

A colorful coastal town with a prominent bridge and a hill in the background.

A coastal resort with colorful buildings, a beach, and a bridge.

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Willemstad travel guide

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Queen Emma Bridge

9.4/10 (1,392 reviews)

After visiting Queen Emma Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.

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Things to do

Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch

£105

per adult

92% of travellers recommend

Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience

£109

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery

£15

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience

£101

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Catamaran Sunset Cruise with open bar and bites

£59

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Klein Curacao Adventure Day Trip

£105

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A couple sitting on a yellow railing overlooking colorful buildings by a body of water.

Pietermaai District

Pietermaai District is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Jewish Cultural Historical Museum and Floating Market while in the area.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shores, and rocky outcrops with greenery.

Piscadera

While there might not be top attractions in Piscadera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sambil Curaçao and Blue Bay Beach.

A waterfront cityscape at night with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Otrobanda

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Otrobanda. A stop by Renaissance Shopping Mall or Rif Fort might round out your trip.

A row of colorful houses with orange tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.

Punda

Shopping, seaside views and scuba diving highlight some of the noteworthy features of Punda. Make a stop by Postal Museum or Fort Amsterdam while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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