Historic Center
Willemstad
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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.
Things to do
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
Curacao Atv tour West Adventure
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience
Willemstad: Guided Underwater Walking Experience
Klein Curaçao Tour on a Catamaran Yacht
Top hotels in Historic Center
Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton
This is the best hotel! I will definitely come back here again. The food is fresh and delicious, the beach is clean, the room is spotless, and the staff are polite and friendly. Most of the guests are Europeans - impressively courteous and well-mannered people. This is the most comfortable place ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Rif at Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao All-Inclusive, Curio by Hilton
Good
Reviewed on 1 Nov 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
Courtyard by Marriott Curacao
The room was excellent with great Wi-Fi, the staff was very pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Elements Hotel & Shops
The clean room, front desk staff and complimentary water were great. I enjoyed the fact that it was close to everything along with accommodating restaurants in working distance.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Art Hotel Curacao - Adults Only
Customer service was amazing. I can’t wait until I return.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 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.
