Punda Travel Guide
Willemstad
Popular places to visit
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.
Handelskade
After visiting Handelskade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.
Fort Amsterdam
You can find out about the history of Willemstad with a stop at Fort Amsterdam. Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.
Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue
Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue is just one of the places to see in Willemstad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.
Postal Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Postal Museum during your trip to Willemstad. Stroll along the seaside or visit the casinos in this romantic area.
Floating Market
You can do some window-shopping at Floating Market during your trip to Willemstad.
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 Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch
Top hotels in Punda
Elements Hotel & Shops
Central located
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
San Marco Hotel & Casino
Room 414 has a sewer issue. The room smelled by sewer water. Be ware. It needs to be addressed asap. I think they know.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Majestic City Suites & Beach Hotel
Stayed with my spouse. The hotel was clean and the staff was super helpful. The rooms are very comfortable and safe. This hotel is close to everything .Will definitely be staying here again whenever I’m in Curacao.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton
Pool area was nice. Great area for beginning snorkelers and able to see a lot of fish right odf the beach. Bar area
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Curacao Marriott Beach Resort
We had a great stay at this property. The rooms were clean. Shower was a little under the weather. We did have an issue with check in. It took 3 extra hours to get our room. Not ideal after a long travel day, but after that it was a very nice week.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
The arrival to the resort was great! The staff is very professional and welcoming. However, the water issue the morning after caused many guests to not be able to shower. Although the issue was fixed, the following morning there was no hot water in the shower. Besides those small issues the stay ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Punda
Historic Center
While visiting Historic Center, you might make a stop by sights like Renaissance Shopping Mall and Rif Fort.
Scharloo
Unique features of Scharloo include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao or Curaçao Maritime Museum 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.
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.
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.
Colon
If you're spending some time in Colon, Curaçao Museum and Historic Area of Willemstad, Inner City and Harbour, Curaçao are top sights worth seeing.
