Things to Do in Oranjestad
21 curated spots from Oranjestad itineraries
Activities & Attractions
9 curated experiences
Aruba Protestant Church
Visit the 1952 landmark with serene stained glass; photography inside
45m · Free
Balashi Gold Mills Ruins
Explore 19th-century gold mine ruins; **historical site** and photography
2h · Free
Fort Zoutman & Willem III Tower
Tour the 18th-century fort and climb for harbor views; **historical site** and photography spot
1h 30m · $5 or Free
Main Street & Street Market
Stroll pastel Dutch architecture, shops, and vendor stalls for crafts; **street market** and photography
2h · Free
Museo Histórico Aruba
Colonial artifacts, shipwreck stories, and cultural displays; **historical site**
1h 15m · $6
National Archaeological Museum Aruba
Explore Arawak artifacts and pre-colonial exhibits; **art museum** equivalent for island heritage
1h · $5
Oranjestad Harbor Cruise
Short scenic boat ride (5-min walk)
1h 30m · $30
Renaissance Marketplace
Browse artisan stalls and local vendors; **street market**
1h 30m · Free
Wilhelmina Park
Stroll gardens and fountains; top photography spot (15-min taxi back)
1h · FreeRestaurants & Food
12 local favorites
Cafe Chaos
Artisan coffee, smoothies, and pastries in a breezy cafe
1h · $12-20 per person
Craft Coffee Bar
Aruban coffee and arepas
45m · $10-20 per person
Driftwood Restaurant
Beachside fresh fish and pastechi; **local food**
1h · $20-30 per person
Fire Station 82
Upscale beach dining with live music
1h 30m · $35-50 per person
L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House
Grilled steaks with waterfront views and candlelight
1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Madame Janette
Mediterranean-Aruban fusion with seafood specials
1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Matthew's Beachside Restaurant
Oceanfront eggs and tropical fruits
1h · $15-25 per person
Papiamento Restaurant
Traditional Aruban criollo dishes like sotanghon; **local food**
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Senses Fine Dining
Multi-course tasting menu
2h · $40-50 per person
The Dutch Pancake House
Fluffy Dutch pancakes with tropical fruits and coffee
1h · $15-25 per person
The West Deck
Casual beach brunch
1h · $18-28 per person
Zeerovers
Fresh catch fried fresh; **local food**
1h · $20-30 per person