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
Our stay was great! I can’t to come back to curaçao and I would recommend this location to others.
Reviewed on 17 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
Nice resort. A little dated but overall a good spot.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Elements Hotel & Shops
Nice hotel I would love to stay again
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Curacao
The room was very clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Pool area was really nice. All in all very enjoyable.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Art Hotel Curacao - Adults Only
Clean room and staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 15 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.
