Historic Center Travel Guide
Willemstad
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Popular places to visit
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.
Handelskade
After visiting Handelskade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the casinos and shops in this romantic area.
Fort Nassau
Find out about the history of Willemstad when you take a trip to Fort Nassau. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Governors Palace
After visiting Governors Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the shops and casinos 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 seaside or visit the casinos in this romantic area.
Queen Emma Bridge
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.
Things to do
Half Day Hato Cave, Flamingo & Beach Tour
Willemstad: Sunset Cruise Tour with Food and Drinks
Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience
A Taste of Curaçao: City tour, Chobolobo & Mambo Beach Escape
2-Hour TukTuk Rental with an Experienced Guide and Driver
Willemstad: Klein Curaçao Beach Boat Cruise with an Open Bar
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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
Uncover some of the top draws of Scharloo like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Kura Hulanda Museum or Renaissance Shopping Mall.
Pietermaai District
Pietermaai District is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Fort Amsterdam and Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue 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.
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.