Things to do & places to visit in Oranjestad, Aruba

Boutiques, upscale chain stores and street vendors, as wells as casinos and a wide range of restaurants, dance clubs and bars, make Oranjestad a popular destination in Aruba. In addition to shopping, dining and entertainment, the island's capital city offers museums, a butterfly farm, art galleries, golf, historical sites and a marina. The island's colonization by the Netherlands shows in Oranjestad's Dutch colonial architecture, while the buildings' bright colors are distinctly Caribbean.

Oranjestad #1 destination in Aruba 2023. The average rating score is 4.84 based on 82.5k traveler reviews, of 56 attractions. Timezone: America/Aruba, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 15:41.

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5.0 ABC Tours Aruba (24.8k reviews)
- Great UTV tour with Tony
Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Day Trips

Tony gave us a great tour of the island and was very knowledgeable about each site we stopped at. Driving the UTV was a lot of fun and Tony made it easy for us to follow him. We didn’t get to swim in the natural pool because the water was too rough but Tony took us to another great snorkeling spot where we got to see some turtles. I would recommend bringing a face covering and old ski goggles if you can fit them in your luggage as it does get quite dusty and the UTV has no windscreen. Also, there are bathrooms along the way but you have to pay $1 to use them so bring some small bills. The lunch at the end of the tour was comforting after a long tour. Tony was on time to pick us up and drop us off at our hotel. Overall we had a great day! Thanks, Tony! See more..
5.0 De Palm Tours (21.6k reviews)
- A must do!
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Bus Services • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Submarine Tours • Boat Tours

We booked the utv tour 1/2 day with a stop at the natural pool, natural bridge, and California lighthouse. This was an incredible experience and a wonderful way to go to parts of the island that you cannot do with a car. Gorgeous views along the ocean. I felt very safe with Rafael as our driver to the natural pool. Guillermo made certain that he navigated traffic during our time driving the Utvs on the main roads especially at the roundabouts which can be tricky. Overall great experience that I would highly recommend! See more..
5.0 RockaBeach Tours (2.699 reviews)
- RockaBeach Tours is the way to go !!!
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Bus Tours

Best tour I’ve ever been on ! We were so lucky to have had Hugo on this tour. He went above and beyond ! He picked us up at 9:45 at our hotel in an open jeep it was awesome !! We toured the entire island and stoped at many places. Hugo was very very informative, personable, funny , made you feel very safe and treated us like family. He also made sure we stayed hydrated he had plenty of water and a snack for us. I have learned so much about Aruba thanks to Hugo. This tour was amazing and I highly recommend it to everyone and please ask for Hugo you will not be disappointed trust me ! Thank you Hugo for everything you were the highlight of my trip ! For the travelers make sure you have sneakers and water shoes( for baby beach and the natural cave ) , towel , wear a bathing suit and something very light. We were picked up at 9:45 am and dropped off at 4:05 pm. You will see the island and all the major highlights in Aruba please go to their site for details. See more..
5.0 Fofoti Tours & Transfers (2.106 reviews)
- Great tour and very educational
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM City Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Sightseeing Tours

We had a great time with Leo on the Jeep Tour. We visited the natural pool, cave and Baby Beach. Leo provided us with great insights about the Island of Aruba. Leo made the tour very enjoyable through is wonderful sense of humor and knowledge of the Island. We would highly recommend this tour to visitors who have a half day to spend off the beach. My 18 year-old who has an adventurous spirit gave Leo 2 thumbs up! See more..
5.0 Kay's Fine Jewelry (2.021 reviews)
- Exceeded expectations
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

In 1989, the family began a journey that would take them from India to the Caribbean and into the hearts of many wonderful people. Kay’s Fine Jewelry was born as a family endeavor and, today, with locations throughout the 5 Caribbean islands, it remains a family owned and operated business with deep values in customer service and customer loyalty. Customers Are Extended Family: At Kay’s Fine, they adhere to the belief that truly meaningful customer service is as precious as any stone. They understand that people come to them seeking more than a piece of jewelry. They come to celebrate moments, commemorate milestones, remember loved ones, and build their own family legacies to pass down. In essence, they come to this family store looking to celebrate their own. Founder’s son Tesh Chugani expresses that “Each item purchased at KFJ, irrespective of dollar value, is celebrated and is a story. A Story about when, why, and who you were with” See more..
5.0 Kini Kini Transfer & Tours (1.991 reviews)
- Tons of fun and great views!
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Sightseeing Tours

Incredibly fun spirited (funny ) and kind team. This was my first time riding ATVs and I felt safe and guided the entire time. Each stop had a beautiful view and the sense of community there made it feel like a very safe space. Can't wait to try it again! See more..
5.0 EL Tours (1.365 reviews)
- Great transportation to/from the airport
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

I have used EL Tours several times for transport to or from the airport. They are really a great alternative to a taxi. Depending on how many others are in the same time slot, you may get a bus or a small van. They have always been on time and get you where you need to go. I have not done any tours with them yet. See more..
5.0 Gemani Jewelers Aruba (1.211 reviews)
- Jewelry
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

I bought my wife a beautiful diamond tennis bracelet on our honeymoon. It is absolutely beautiful!!! I was gonna buy it for her before our wedding in NY but wanted to see if I got a better price in Aruba. We walked into their store in our hotel and never felt pressured. The salesman was beyond professional and very patient with us being that it was an expensive purchase. We looked at a very large selection of tennis bracelets. I felt I got a great deal and the she wears the bracelet every time we go out. We received the certified papers with the appraisal a few hours later as promised. I highly recommend them if your shopping for a special piece of jewelry or watches. Just wanted to thank them by writing this review. They deserve it !!! See more..
5.0 AGW Tours & Services (1.151 reviews)
- Fabulous Aruba tour
Friday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Cultural Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Bus Tours

I went on the Aruba Half Day Island tour. All I can say is amazing. My tour guide, Dolfi was fabulous. Providing 5 star treatment while offering history about the sights, taking the time to take photos of me since I was a solo traveler. He even had photo opportunity suggestions. His pics came out better than my own. To make the morning even better his stories were engaging. Making me feel very welcomed and comfortable. Dolfi also put up with me as I bombarded him with questions and suggestions for restaurants. I am so glad I booked with AGW tours and had Dolfi as my guide. We stopped at Aloe Factory, California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, Casibari Rock Formation, Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins, and The Natural Bridge, you will not feel rushed and will have time to take pictures. I Definitely recommend. See more..
5.0 Aruba Fantasy Tours (989 reviews)
- Superior service from Fantasy Tours
Friday: 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Sightseeing Tours

I can’t speak highly enough about Fantasy Tours, owned by Jacky Boekhower. We have called on Jacky for several years. Whether you have a party of two or 12+, contact Jacky for your transportation needs. This year we were delighted to meet her son Justin, and daughter Stephanie, who have joined the business. They are all prompt, courteous, very accommodating and a great way to travel! No matter your destination - airport, restaurant, or other - give them a call. We were very pleased! See more..
5.0 Wix Tours (786 reviews)
- Excellent On Time & Safe Airport Private Transfer
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sightseeing Tours

With the pandemic still ongoing we decided to take an extra safety step and book a private transport round trip to the airport. We were pleased as our driver asked us to use hand sanitizer(provided) before entering the vehicle. It was sparkling clean with Lysol wipes also available. Our drivers both directions were friendly, informative, had the cars nice and cool, wore a mask and allowed us to crack the windows open to encourage fresh air flow. They were right on time as agreed for both transfers. Great service! Not much more cost than a taxi, but truly went above and beyond. Highly recommend. See more..
5.0 Driftwood Fishing Charters (709 reviews)
- Unforgettable deep sea fishing trip in Aruba
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fishing Charters & Tours

There are know words to describe the unforgettable deep sea fishing trip we went on in Aruba. We chose the 8hr tour, which starts at 8am. Our trip was on the Driftwood 1, we had an amazing captain named Francis and his 1st mate name was Gregory. Gregory was extremely prepared and was always working to keep bait on the lines.. The captain was a fantastic guide keeping the boat where the game fish were at the southeast tip on the island. My husband and our two boys (ages 21 and 18) all caught fish on the trip. Mission accomplished!!! We ended up with 2 Barracuda, 1 Mahi Mahi and 2 Wahoo. The fish were so hungry , a shark decided to attack the last fish of the day my husband reeled in, only leaving the head of what appeared to be a 50lbs Wahoo. Everyone was overly excited by the trip and we look forward to future plans to go on another deep sea fishing adventure with the Driftwood Fishing charters the next time we visit Aruba. 10 out of 10 stars See more..
5.0 Dirtlovers Atv Tours Aruba (583 reviews)
- Awesome ATV tour!
4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips

Our family of 4 had a great time exploring a different side of the island than we've seen in previous years visiting Aruba. We got to see the beautiful San Nicolas aka "Chocolate City" where we saw amazing street art and our girls got to be on the local radio station! We ate Johnny Cakes for the first time and our tour guide, Nelson, bought our group local mangoes in the city. The tour took us to the East side of Aruba with stops at Baby Beach, the Natural Cave Pool, and the Natural Bridge. Nelson was fun, knowledgable, and attentive, making sure to take lots of great pictures for us. This was one of the best tours we've been on in all our years in Aruba! See more..
5.0 Aruba Outdoor Adventures (431 reviews)
- Most authentic trip in Aruba!
Friday: 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Kayaking & Canoeing

RJ takes you on the most authentic tour of Aruba for snorkeling. The area is his backyard, so he knows it better than anyone. He is amazing with the kids and makes everyone feel relaxed in the choppy waters of Aruba. I 100000% recommend that you make the time to kayak with RJ on your vacation. I would do it again! See more..
5.0 Touch of Gold (394 reviews)
- My search is over!!!!!!!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Shopping Malls

Touch Of Gold, Jewelry Aruba. Loose Diamonds. >> 14K & 18K Fine Jewelry >> Treasure Shipwreck Coins >> FOPE >> SIMON G >> MARK HENRY >>WATCHES See more..
5.0 Aruba Off-Road Adventure (382 reviews)
- Another exciting adventure
4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours

We were a group of 4 and did the Baby Beach off road full day tour. “Willy” was our tour guide and did a great job! He was multi-lingual making sure all knew what he was saying! The entire day was enjoyable taking in many sites in Aruba. The keep ride was rough at times, which we knew about! This was our second De Palm tour and we will surely take more! See more..
5.0 De Palm Tours (294 reviews)
- Our fabulous insight to Aruba
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Submarine Tours • Boat Tours • Bus Tours

As part of a group from Marcella Explorer 2 we went on a half day trip Aruba Highlights and Beach. Our Driver/Guide Cay ( or was it Juan Carlos) captured the mood of the passengers completely with his informative and humorous commentary throughout our trip. First class coach and great guide. See more..
5.0 Shiva's Gold & Gems (274 reviews)
- Awesome
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

Shiva's Gold & Gems is one of the oldest and most respected Jewelers in Aruba. The Alwani family has been in the jewelry business for three generations and in the Caribbean since 1972. Their Aruba store hosts a vast collection of Diamonds, Precious Stones, Fine Swiss Timepieces and award winning designer jewelry. Their exotic handmade creations of jewelry will lead you into a magical world where precious gems and fine stones blend into infinity. A world where beauty and imagination reign supreme. Shiva's Gold & Gems is Aruba's only jewelry boutique that has qualified for membership to the "Leading Jewelers of the World". This is an elite group of no more than 100 very prestigious and exclusive jewelry retail stores worldwide, committed to providing an extraordinary experience, outstanding service and most importantly, an atmosphere beyond anything imaginable. Shiva's Gold and Gems is a pioneer in the jewelry and watch trade. The proudly showcase the world's finest and most prestigious Swiss watchmakers. A connoisseur's delight; indulge in brands such as Audemars Piguet, IWC, Jaeger-Le-Coultre, Longines, Chanel, Mont Blanc, Tissot, Piaget, Panerai, Hublot, Zenith, HYT and Vacheron. Customers will be able to rest easy about their purchase knowing that the Alwani family have committed over three generations of impeccable quality, accuracy, craftsmanship, quality control and service to every little detail and every piece of jewelry offered in their store. See more..
5.0 Aruba Motorcycle Tours (269 reviews)
- Thanks AJ excellent renting experience once again! See you again soon
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Motorcycle Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Vespa, Scooter & Moped Tours

Second time renting the sportster with Aruba Motorcycle Tours both times I’ve done the 5 day rental and ended up adding an extra day on both trips. For only $78.33 to have your own Harley to cruise around Aruba for the whole week is a no brainer for any motorcycle rider. Owner AJ makes the renting experience painless! He picks you up where ever your staying the am of your rental, drives you to the bike then your on two wheels ripping the streets of Aruba. At the end of the rental AJ comes early end of the afternoon and picks up the bike where ever your staying. Hopefully I’ll have many more trips to Aruba and each trip will include a bike rental and maybe next time a tour from ArubaMotorcycleTours.com See more..
5.0 Hatts Off Fishing Charters (259 reviews)
- Best fishing charter, especially if young kids
Fishing Charters & Tours

The captain and first mate were amazing. They were great with the kids (age 10,10,7) answering questions and teaching them about fishing. They also took us dead on to the fish helping us catch 9 Bonito and 1 giant wahoo. See more..
5.0 Birdwatching & Nature Tours Aruba (224 reviews)
- Great birding experience
Eco Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Photography Tours

We had a great time travelling around the island looking for birds and stopping off at places of interest. Michiel was very good at tailoring the trip to match our interests and the roughly 6 hours we spent with him sped by. That 7.00a.m. start is really worth it to get out whilst the wildlife is at its most active. Thanks Michiel. See more..
5.0 The Arubian Taste (215 reviews)
- Delicious and fun!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Due to the pandemic the storefront has closed BUT WE STILL DELIVER!!! Just give them a call! The Arubian Taste still has all of their wonderful flavors of Rum and flavors of Whiskey and Tequila! Some of the most favorite flavored rums are Coco-Pine (coconut and pineapple), coconut, mango, watermelon, spiced, coffee, chocolate, Arubian Joy (coconut, chocolate and almond), white chocolate raspberry, aloe, spicy ginger, extra spicy ginger, pistachio, tamarind, banana, passion fruit, BBR (blueberry, blackberry and raspberry), guava, almond, maple and hazelnut, cactus, blueberry, cranberry, raspberry, vanilla, chocolate mint, cinnamon and many more. See more..
5.0 Pure Diving Aruba (196 reviews)
- Very good Dive Shop
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling

My family dove with Pure Diving for 5 days. Overall a very good experience. Jay and Steve were excellent. Jay did a great job of leading the group by pointing out different animal species, while still providing enough time to explore on our own. We did visit some of the same dive sites multiple times, but to their defense we did go in different directions each time, but it would have been nice to go to different sites. The dive operation is a simple pier with a nice shaded area with storage facilities above. The boat was set up well and ran pretty efficiently. Steve and Jay were great above and below the water. Steve provided decent dive briefs. Overall a very good experience. See more..
5.0 Gold Palace Jewelers (191 reviews)
- Best Jeweler in Aruba
Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

Come visit our extensive collection of fine jewelry, diamonds and watches. We await your visit and hope to be your family jeweler on the One Happy Island! See more..
5.0 First Class Experience Aruba (169 reviews)
- Truly First Class
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Airport Lounges

VIP Airport Hosting Service. Skip The Lines at the Aruba Airport. Personal Assistance at the airport. Vip lounge facilities. Hassle free travel. Personalized assistance with other services for an exclusive & unique experience. See more..
5.0 Adventure Sports Aruba (126 reviews)
- Snorkel + Secret spot for fish viewing
Friday: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Boat Tours • Water Sports • Boat Rentals • Private Tours

Vito was our guide on a 23 ft speed boat dor a 3 hr snorkel tour. We snorkeled at Mangel Hali and he captained the boat wonderfully, gave us info about the island and took us to his secret spot to see huge fish and gave us a tour around the sites on the island. The trip was delightful and he was a great captain! Highly recommend for a private boating/snorkel experience. See more..
5.0 Missy’s Private Watersport (101 reviews)
- So glad we found this affordable, private option!
Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling • Boat Tours • Boat Rentals • Private Tours

Our group of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Missy, Mark and Hans. It was like being out with the fun side of your family- the music, food, cocktails and overall vibe of the trip was relaxing, educational and FUN. The sunset views were amazing, snorkeling was fun and fish were plentiful and the dive from the upper deck was a thrill. Although our group didn't drop a fishing line, they made sure we knew it was an option. I can see this being an annual event for our crew! We saw other cruise tour boats while in Aruba and they were very crowded- this private option was very affordable and offers a more intimate experience with lots of room to enjoy yourself and the amazing Aruba views. See more..
4.5 Jolly Pirates Cruises (3.220 reviews)
- Amazing experience
Boat Tours

Our morning snorkeling adventure started off with heavy rains. But, the crew and captain were so upbeat, friendly and cautious-we sailed on and after the first snorkeling place, the rain stopped. The crew made sure to keep cracking jokes, playing music etc., telling stories. This was THE BEST part of our trip to Aruba by far. Although I was too scared to swing off the rope into the water, I did jump from the top which was amazing. Highly recommend this adventure! See more..
4.5 The Butterfly Farm (3.155 reviews)
- Hidden Treasure
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Farms

Imagine walking through a lush tropical rain forest amidst flowers and trees, ponds and a trickling waterfall with butterflies flying overhead and all around you in their own natural paradise. This is a dream come true at The Butterfly Farm in Aruba. Within a large meshed enclosure you can see hundreds of real exotic butterflies flying freely, a beautiful display of the most spectacular species from all over the world...No need to book in advance and entrance fee includes a free return pass for the duration of your vacation! Guided tours run all day, they last for approximately 15 to 20 minutes and you are welcome to stay for as long as you like. Photography and video no problem! The Farm has a fantastic shop selling a huge selection of butterfly-related gifts and souvenirs. Refreshments are available in the shady cafes outside. Parking and restrooms on site. See more..
4.5 Saint Franciscus Church (744 reviews)
- Wonderful little building
Churches & Cathedrals

Part of our DePalm Tour we stopped at the little Church, St Franciscus. We could say a prayer, or light a candle. They do mass and holy days. There was outdoor seating when there is larger crowds. It is a very popular location for locals. See more..