Historic Center

Willemstad

A waterfront promenade with a wooden walkway, metal railings, and a row of colorful buildings in the background.
A coastal city with a prominent yellow building, a bridge, and a sunset over the water.
A wooden boardwalk with arches, colorful buildings, and flags on a sunny day.
A colorful coastal town with a prominent bridge and a hill in the background.
A coastal resort with colorful buildings, a beach, and a bridge.

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A waterfront promenade with a wooden walkway, metal railings, and a row of colorful buildings in the background.

Queen Emma Bridge

9.4/10 (1,392 reviews)
After visiting Queen Emma Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Willemstad. Visit the shops and casinos in this romantic area.
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Things to do

Klein Curacao with BlueFinn Charters

Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch

HK$1,098
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience

Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience

HK$1,069
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise Party - All-Inclusive Experience
Private Curaçao Tour,Swim with Turtles and beachhop the westcoast

Private Tour,Swim with Turtles and beachhop the westcoast

HK$1,137
per adult
Private Tour,Swim with Turtles and beachhop the westcoast
Curacao sunsets are just beautiful

Catamaran Sunset Cruise with open bar and bites

HK$620
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sunset Cruise with open bar and bites
Willemstad: Half-Day Hato Caves, Flamingos, & Beach Tour

Willemstad: Half-Day Hato Caves, Flamingos, & Beach Tour

HK$367
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Willemstad: Half-Day Hato Caves, Flamingos, & Beach Tour
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery

Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery

HK$157
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour at the Curaçao Liqueur Distillery
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A couple sitting on a yellow railing overlooking colorful buildings by a body of water.

Pietermaai District

Pietermaai District is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Fort Amsterdam and Jewish Cultural Historical Museum while in the area.

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shores, and rocky outcrops with greenery.

Piscadera

While there might not be top attractions in Piscadera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sambil Curaçao and Blue Bay Beach.

A waterfront cityscape at night with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.
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Otrobanda

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Otrobanda. A stop by Renaissance Shopping Mall or Kura Hulanda Museum might round out your trip.

Zegu

While there might not be top attractions in Zegu, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blue Bay Beach and Blue Bay.

A row of colorful houses with orange tiled roofs and a clear blue sky.

Punda

Shopping, seaside views and scuba diving highlight some of the noteworthy features of Punda. Make a stop by Fort Amsterdam or Postal Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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