Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 seaside 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 shops and casinos 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 beautiful beaches 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 casinos and shops in this romantic area.
Activities
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
Sunset Sailing Cruise with premium drinks and bites
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience
Swimming with sea turtles with the Award Winner 2023 & 2024
Curacao Atv tour West Adventure
Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch
Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals
The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive, Curio by Hilton
The hotel was clean and the room also. The food was great at the buffet. You also have 4 other choice of restaurant (reservation needed) The Hotel location is close to downtown 10min walk. You need to rent a a car for beach hopping .. safe and easy to navigate on the island.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton
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Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Renaissance Wind Creek Curacao Resort
The staff were great and wonderful. Isabel, cook at the Nautilus was wonderful, friendly and always had a smile on her face. he eggs and egg omelets were the best.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Elements Hotel & Shops
The hotel is well located in the city area with restaurants close by. The housekeeping service was good, and the front desk service, especially Chelsea, was professional and excellent. I will recommend the Elements hotel to travelers
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Curacao
very clean and very safe
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Art Hotel Curacao - Adults Only
Property is beautiful and clean. Ac is get hot at times.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
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.
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 Jewish Cultural Historical Museum and Floating Market 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.
