Historic Center Travel Guide
Willemstad
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Popular places to visit
Queen Emma Bridge
After visiting Queen Emma Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the casinos and shops in this romantic area.
Rif Fort
During your trip to Willemstad, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Rif Fort. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in this romantic area.
Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao
You can learn about the history of Willemstad with a trip to Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao.
Governors Palace
After visiting Governors Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the casinos and shops in this romantic area.
Renaissance Shopping Mall
During your trip to Willemstad, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Renaissance Shopping Mall. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the casinos in this romantic area.
Kura Hulanda Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kura Hulanda Museum in Willemstad. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Things to do
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
Island Treasures: Caves, Turtles and Turquoise Beach Break
Willemstad: Half-Day Hato Caves, Flamingos, & Beach Tour
Klein Curaçao Tour on a Catamaran Yacht
Curacao Atv tour West Adventure
Klein Curacao Adventure Day Trip
Top hotels in Historic Center
Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton
Beautiful, food was excellent
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive, Curio by Hilton
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
Breakfast buffet was the best. Other buffets were so so, and we ended up ordering off the menu which had great options. Watch your charges at Five O’clock Somewhere. Our server W******y decided he would add another $10 to his tip on our ticket after we left. The front office was good about taking ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Curacao
Yes the breakfast was nice and more than adequate. The service was exceptional
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Art Hotel Curacao - Luxury Adults Only
Our room was immaculate! We were given a lovely beach bag which contained beach towels, a magazine, flip flops, and a welcome drink voucher upon arrival. Thank you, Ella for a lovely tour. Quincy was an exceptional server, always went above and beyond to please. The young man with whom she worked ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Elements Hotel & Shops
The room was clean. The staff was very pleasant. We hardly spent time in our room, but the beds were def comfortable and shower was great. Shops nearby all in walking distances from the hotel. Very centrally located to all the tourists activity esp to Queen Emma Bridge. For people looking to book ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
Punda
Shopping, seaside views and scuba diving highlight some of the noteworthy features of Punda. Make a stop by Fort Amsterdam or Postal Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Koralengebied
Though Koralengebied may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kura Hulanda Museum and Renaissance Shopping Mall.
Scharloo
Unique features of Scharloo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Curaçao Maritime Museum or Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao while you're exploring the area.
Pietermaai District
Pietermaai District is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Fort Amsterdam and Jewish Cultural Historical Museum while in the area.
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.
Domi
Though Domi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kura Hulanda Museum and Renaissance Shopping Mall.
