Things to do & places to visit in San Nicolas, Aruba

San Nicolas #4 destination in Aruba 2023. The average rating score is 4.55 based on 7.809 traveler reviews, of 24 attractions. Timezone: America/Aruba, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 12:21.

Top things to do (28)

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5.0 JADS Dive Center (1.420 reviews)
- Great diving experience
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling

I really enjoyed diving with JADS and would recommend them without hesitation. Susan was quick to respond to my inquiry for open spots available for diving. The information I received on the boat and which dive sites are visited on which day was complete. Transportation can be arranged for pick up and drop (for a cost). The safety on board the boat was thorough, boat captain was great. I dove with Eric and found he was attentive to making sure none of us had strayed off, and pointed out some marine life. Susan spotted between dives that my BCD was self inflating and the boat captain worked his magic and fixed it making the second dive 100 times better. Very professional and competent operation would definitely dive with JADS again. See more..
5.0 Aruba Mural Tours (117 reviews)
- A Great Time !
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Walking Tours • Sightseeing Tours

My most fun experience on my trip to Aruba. The murals are absolutely amazing and hearing the backstories of them and the artists makes it more worth while. Our guide Leon was very helpful and knowledgeable. It was nice hearing how he gives back to his community through art and kindness. We got exclusive views of brand new artwork that requires special glasses and others that require an app that make the murals come to life. We met local hero’s of San Nicholaas that were out and about in the neighborhood, whom are also feature in some of the artwork. I had time to eat at a local restaurant named O’Neil that has delicious Jamaican food. After, I was dropped off at Baby Beach for some relax time. Later on I was picked up and dropped off at my hotel by Tito. I enjoyed his company on the ride back. He takes great pride in his community. I will definitely do this tour again on my next visit to Aruba. Danke!! See more..
5.0 Museum of Industry (51 reviews)
- Perfect side trip to San Nicolas, Aruba
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums

The Museum of Industry is situated in the Water Tower in San Nicolas and narrates Aruba's industrial history which began in the 19th century. See more..
5.0 ArtisA Gallery (11 reviews)
- An absolute must even for the non art person
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Had an amazing tour with Tito. Just looking at the art is not enough. Highly suggest booking the tour as every mural has a story behind it. The red and blue one across from their office can only be “seen” in its real form with the glasses they supply. Also another mural has an interactive feature with your phone that someone on the tour would not know. One of the best tours on the island (coming from a not so artsy person). Tito thank you for your enthusiasm during the tour and taking 20 min longer than the booked tour to ensure we saw everything. Cheers See more..
5.0 Glen Tours Aruba (8 reviews)
- Superb Guide and Tour in Glen's Tours Aruba
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Cultural Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours

As soon as Glen picked us up from our ship we knew we had found a great tour guide and were in safe hands. He gave us a fair price and told us exactly what we could expect for this, we were not disappointed. Glen drove us around the island showing us all the points of interest. He took us to great beaches, arranged a snorkelling trip for us when our planned one was full and took us to a local restaurant where the food was amazing then took us back to the ship. In short, he could not have done more for us, he was great fun and we felt by the end of the day we had made a new friend. I wish him all the very best for the future, would highly recommend Glens Tours and would definitely get back in touch if we ever make it back to Aruba. Thanks for everything Glen, it was an absolute pleasure to meet you. See more..
5.0 Thumbs Up Tours by Curtis (7 reviews)
- Best tour guide ever!
Taxis & Shuttles • Private Tours • Bus Tours • Day Trips

Curtis was absolutely amazing! I am soooooo glad we chose to go on tour with him! He had a super clean van with air conditioning and told us all about the island. He took pictures of our family and was so accommodating. I loved it so much! He brought us wherever we wanted to go and came back to get us after 4 hours at the beach! Anytime I come back to Aruba I will be finding him again! Super amazing man, worker, and tour guide! So glad we chose him!! 10/10, 5 stars! See more..
5.0 Kinnecting (4 reviews)
- An Authentic Island Experience
Cultural Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Bike Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Private Tours • Food Tours • Day Trips

Amara is so welcoming and her secret sauce is the authentic relationship she has with her vendors! She was organized, accommodating and made our trip to Aruba unforgettable. If you want to ensure you explore the local treasures of this Destination! Kinnecting with Amara is definitely the way to go! See more..
5.0 Aruflamingo Art (3 reviews)
- One-of-a-kind Aruba Art
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Aruflamingo Art is a art business started by two young gentlemen. They make their art by Hand in Aruba by recycling plastic in beautiful birds found in the nature of Aruba. With the base of the well know Aruba wood called the , Kwi-Hi. When you visit you will sure meet those two young artist from Aruba See more..
5.0 San Nicolas Visitor Information Center (1 review)
- Love the people at the visitor information center you won't find anywhere else.
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours

San Nicolas is the city of mural art. When you go to Aruba this is a beautiful village that you have to visit. Here you can enjoy more than 45 different mural art from different artists. But before you go and explore the village on your own do visit the Visitor Information Center near the bus station in San Nicolas. First of all, they are happy, kind, and very helpful when it comes to getting the most out of your visit to San Nicolas. They are knowledgeable and will give you all the details you need to make your experience memorable. I promise you they don't miss out on anything. They really make you feel welcome and invite you to enjoy the beautiful village. Of course, that is their job but I promise you you won't find another big smile and connection elsewhere. For me, it felt like visiting family. Once you start your tour first stop is Nicolas Store have a snack and a cup of coffee at this beautiful and wonderful restaurant. Enjoy and take a piece of Aruba with you. See more..
5.0 JADS Dive Center (1.420 reviews)
- Great diving experience
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Scuba & Snorkelling

I really enjoyed diving with JADS and would recommend them without hesitation. Susan was quick to respond to my inquiry for open spots available for diving. The information I received on the boat and which dive sites are visited on which day was complete. Transportation can be arranged for pick up and drop (for a cost). The safety on board the boat was thorough, boat captain was great. I dove with Eric and found he was attentive to making sure none of us had strayed off, and pointed out some marine life. Susan spotted between dives that my BCD was self inflating and the boat captain worked his magic and fixed it making the second dive 100 times better. Very professional and competent operation would definitely dive with JADS again. See more..
5.0 Aruba Mural Tours (117 reviews)
- A Great Time !
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Walking Tours • Sightseeing Tours

My most fun experience on my trip to Aruba. The murals are absolutely amazing and hearing the backstories of them and the artists makes it more worth while. Our guide Leon was very helpful and knowledgeable. It was nice hearing how he gives back to his community through art and kindness. We got exclusive views of brand new artwork that requires special glasses and others that require an app that make the murals come to life. We met local hero’s of San Nicholaas that were out and about in the neighborhood, whom are also feature in some of the artwork. I had time to eat at a local restaurant named O’Neil that has delicious Jamaican food. After, I was dropped off at Baby Beach for some relax time. Later on I was picked up and dropped off at my hotel by Tito. I enjoyed his company on the ride back. He takes great pride in his community. I will definitely do this tour again on my next visit to Aruba. Danke!! See more..
5.0 Museum of Industry (51 reviews)
- Perfect side trip to San Nicolas, Aruba
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums

The Museum of Industry is situated in the Water Tower in San Nicolas and narrates Aruba's industrial history which began in the 19th century. See more..
5.0 ArtisA Gallery (11 reviews)
- An absolute must even for the non art person
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Had an amazing tour with Tito. Just looking at the art is not enough. Highly suggest booking the tour as every mural has a story behind it. The red and blue one across from their office can only be “seen” in its real form with the glasses they supply. Also another mural has an interactive feature with your phone that someone on the tour would not know. One of the best tours on the island (coming from a not so artsy person). Tito thank you for your enthusiasm during the tour and taking 20 min longer than the booked tour to ensure we saw everything. Cheers See more..
5.0 Glen Tours Aruba (8 reviews)
- Superb Guide and Tour in Glen's Tours Aruba
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Cultural Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Private Tours

As soon as Glen picked us up from our ship we knew we had found a great tour guide and were in safe hands. He gave us a fair price and told us exactly what we could expect for this, we were not disappointed. Glen drove us around the island showing us all the points of interest. He took us to great beaches, arranged a snorkelling trip for us when our planned one was full and took us to a local restaurant where the food was amazing then took us back to the ship. In short, he could not have done more for us, he was great fun and we felt by the end of the day we had made a new friend. I wish him all the very best for the future, would highly recommend Glens Tours and would definitely get back in touch if we ever make it back to Aruba. Thanks for everything Glen, it was an absolute pleasure to meet you. See more..
5.0 Thumbs Up Tours by Curtis (7 reviews)
- Best tour guide ever!
Taxis & Shuttles • Private Tours • Bus Tours • Day Trips

Curtis was absolutely amazing! I am soooooo glad we chose to go on tour with him! He had a super clean van with air conditioning and told us all about the island. He took pictures of our family and was so accommodating. I loved it so much! He brought us wherever we wanted to go and came back to get us after 4 hours at the beach! Anytime I come back to Aruba I will be finding him again! Super amazing man, worker, and tour guide! So glad we chose him!! 10/10, 5 stars! See more..
5.0 Kinnecting (4 reviews)
- An Authentic Island Experience
Cultural Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Bike Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Private Tours • Food Tours • Day Trips

Amara is so welcoming and her secret sauce is the authentic relationship she has with her vendors! She was organized, accommodating and made our trip to Aruba unforgettable. If you want to ensure you explore the local treasures of this Destination! Kinnecting with Amara is definitely the way to go! See more..
5.0 Aruflamingo Art (3 reviews)
- One-of-a-kind Aruba Art
Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Aruflamingo Art is a art business started by two young gentlemen. They make their art by Hand in Aruba by recycling plastic in beautiful birds found in the nature of Aruba. With the base of the well know Aruba wood called the , Kwi-Hi. When you visit you will sure meet those two young artist from Aruba See more..
5.0 San Nicolas Visitor Information Center (1 review)
- Love the people at the visitor information center you won't find anywhere else.
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours

San Nicolas is the city of mural art. When you go to Aruba this is a beautiful village that you have to visit. Here you can enjoy more than 45 different mural art from different artists. But before you go and explore the village on your own do visit the Visitor Information Center near the bus station in San Nicolas. First of all, they are happy, kind, and very helpful when it comes to getting the most out of your visit to San Nicolas. They are knowledgeable and will give you all the details you need to make your experience memorable. I promise you they don't miss out on anything. They really make you feel welcome and invite you to enjoy the beautiful village. Of course, that is their job but I promise you you won't find another big smile and connection elsewhere. For me, it felt like visiting family. Once you start your tour first stop is Nicolas Store have a snack and a cup of coffee at this beautiful and wonderful restaurant. Enjoy and take a piece of Aruba with you. See more..
4.5 Baby Beach (5.212 reviews)
- Beautiful calm beach
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Reefs • Beaches

Baby Beach is a hit with travelers, who love it for its warm, shallow waters and gentle waves. Inexperienced snorkelers can wade far out toward the rainbow-colored coral while still being able to touch the seabed. Beachgoers who plan to soak up the blissful setting can target one of the complimentary huts or consider renting a cabana. There’s a refreshment stand selling burgers and hotdogs. This picturesque lagoon is a refreshing change from other busier beaches. The best way to get there is by car or taxi. Otherwise, look for guided tours that feature this coastal gem as part of the itinerary. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Street Murals (61 reviews)
- A definite MUST see!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This tour was amazing! After a decade plus of coming to this one Happy Island we learned more about Island history art and culture than ever before. Tito was so knowledgeable, passionate, personable and could of not been more accommodating. This is a definite must when you visit Aruba! See more..
4.5 Boca Grandi (36 reviews)
- Waves!
Beaches

The secret is out! This is the best beach in Aruba! Waves and fun. Secluded and stunning! The only downside is the cocky kite-surfer that think that the beach belongs to him and almost hitting people swimming close to the beach. The majority of the other kite-surfers were really nice and making sure to kite-surf away from the children. And you can enjoy the show watching them. See more..
4.5 Cosecha in San Nicolas (16 reviews)
- Unique
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

This is a really cute town and it has my type of graffiti. The wall art is magnificent as you can see from my shared pictures. We were told by a person at the Donkey Sanctuary about his place and we loved it. Take a stroll and check it out. See more..
4.5 Grapefield Beach (8 reviews)
- Beautiful Island Beach for Viewing & Kite Surfing
Beaches

Grapefield Beach is a beautiful island beach that many tourists do not know about. It’s the perfect place for kite surfing (ask for Hendrick). I love to sit on the beach, take the breeze and waves in, and watch the kite suffers do their thing here. They are so fun to watch because many of them get air with this waves and high winds. Not to mention the kites are beautiful too. You’ll also notice fresh succulents growing in the sand and sea turtle nests are here too so be very careful where you walk. I would not recommend swimming here. The ocean is deep and the current is strong. Tourists in the past have lost there lives here because they were unaware of the ocean’s strength at this location. Please note: This is definitely not a beach for little ones to swim. See more..
4.5 Baby Beach (5.212 reviews)
- Beautiful calm beach
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Reefs • Beaches

Baby Beach is a hit with travelers, who love it for its warm, shallow waters and gentle waves. Inexperienced snorkelers can wade far out toward the rainbow-colored coral while still being able to touch the seabed. Beachgoers who plan to soak up the blissful setting can target one of the complimentary huts or consider renting a cabana. There’s a refreshment stand selling burgers and hotdogs. This picturesque lagoon is a refreshing change from other busier beaches. The best way to get there is by car or taxi. Otherwise, look for guided tours that feature this coastal gem as part of the itinerary. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Street Murals (61 reviews)
- A definite MUST see!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This tour was amazing! After a decade plus of coming to this one Happy Island we learned more about Island history art and culture than ever before. Tito was so knowledgeable, passionate, personable and could of not been more accommodating. This is a definite must when you visit Aruba! See more..
4.5 Boca Grandi (36 reviews)
- Waves!
Beaches

The secret is out! This is the best beach in Aruba! Waves and fun. Secluded and stunning! The only downside is the cocky kite-surfer that think that the beach belongs to him and almost hitting people swimming close to the beach. The majority of the other kite-surfers were really nice and making sure to kite-surf away from the children. And you can enjoy the show watching them. See more..
4.5 Cosecha in San Nicolas (16 reviews)
- Unique
Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

This is a really cute town and it has my type of graffiti. The wall art is magnificent as you can see from my shared pictures. We were told by a person at the Donkey Sanctuary about his place and we loved it. Take a stroll and check it out. See more..
4.5 Grapefield Beach (8 reviews)
- Beautiful Island Beach for Viewing & Kite Surfing
Beaches

Grapefield Beach is a beautiful island beach that many tourists do not know about. It’s the perfect place for kite surfing (ask for Hendrick). I love to sit on the beach, take the breeze and waves in, and watch the kite suffers do their thing here. They are so fun to watch because many of them get air with this waves and high winds. Not to mention the kites are beautiful too. You’ll also notice fresh succulents growing in the sand and sea turtle nests are here too so be very careful where you walk. I would not recommend swimming here. The ocean is deep and the current is strong. Tourists in the past have lost there lives here because they were unaware of the ocean’s strength at this location. Please note: This is definitely not a beach for little ones to swim. See more..
4.0 Anchor in Memory of All Seamen (376 reviews)
- Visiting the Anchor in Memory of All Seamen
Monuments & Statues

Good trip. We arrived at approximately 1 pm and made our way down to the statue. The statue was very towering, and located a couple feet from the beach. It was a nice photo stop. Tip: I recommend spending 5 minutes here if you truly want to see everything. See more..
4.0 Rodgers Beach (313 reviews)
- Quiet and fun beach
Beaches

Located next to the more popular Baby Beach, this beach is also known for its calm waters. See more..