Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour

4.8
(612 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the streets & stories of Oranjestad with you own personal Local Expert

Aruba Walking Tours offers the islands' local scoop during a 2.5-hour journey by foot in an interactive and engaging way. This authentic experience takes you to over 30 amazing sites in downtown Oranjestad, while a Local Expert shares fascinating stories on the islands' rich history & culture. Stops are made to visit monuments & museums (when open), sample Aruba's local bites and even for a little shopping on-the-go. During the Aruba walking tour plenty of "photo ops" and even encounters with Aruba's charismatic locals are provided. Making your way through the city was never this entertaining!

The group tour is available Monday, Wednesday or Friday daily. Departure 9.15 am. Meeting time: No later than 9 am. For customized experiences and other departure times you can book a private tour for couples, families and corporate groups.

What's Included

Local Expert/ Guide (Authentic/ Local History & Stories)
Entrance to Museums when open
Bottled water
Instagrammable Photo Opportunities
Iconic Landmarks
Delicious Local Bites (2x)
More than 30 amazing sites
Free Pick Up from Hotel (Dropoff Not Incl.)
Guides also understand Spanish,Dutch & Papiamento besides English
Hotel drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Complimentary Pick Up Only ( High and Low Rise Hotels/Condo Buildings ) Return on own . Pickup time is at 8.30 AM. Please wait outside the lobby by the main entrance door. Cruise Passengers: Cruise Terminal Directions: Cosecha: Located behind Renaissance Hotel Marina Tower. Look out for the sign Aruba Walking Tour next to the roundabout. Dates: See Availability

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Meeting point

Departure Point: Cosecha Arts & Crafts: Located behind Renaissance Hotel Marina Tower. Look out for the sign Aruba Walking Tour next to the roundabout. Address: Hotel Tour: Cosecha Building, Zoutmanstraat 1. https://goo.gl/maps/4oTNAfaJioE2

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    When open, enter inside the Historical Museum to learn and see Aruba's old fort built in the 1700's. Also climb the old clock tower built in the 1800's for an amazing view of Aruba's downtown.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Learn about two impressive statues in the Park and also see a large amount of iguana's.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    When open, visit the inside of the museum to learn about Aruba's first inhabitants. See pottery, skulls and tools that the Indians used during the early days. The exterior is a beautiful backdrop for pictures of Aruba's old architecture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Learn and Taste a local snack called the Pan Bati. The pan bati is still very popular and is widely consumed by the locals.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Oranjestad

    Learn about the romantic story about the construction of one of Aruba's iconic family mansions built in the early 1900's.

    3 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Walk through Aruba's MAIN Street. Learn and see some of the stores that have been here since 1928. Also learn about the street car / tram ta passes through the street.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour starts infront of one Aruba's first government buildings which was used for multiple purposes. Currently it houses local arts and crafts by accredited locals.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Hear about Aruba's politic system and see where the local politicians debate on current affairs and laws.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    See one of Aruba's oldest churches built in the 1800's. Learn how to Protestant arrived on the island and also learn that they are not the largest religion on the island.

    2 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    What do Arubans eat for Breakfast and at Parties ? Hear all about it and get to taste it here!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Walk through a residential street to see where the locals live. Your guide will point out multiple iconic houses.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Oranjestad (Pass by)

    And Many More. Approximately 30 Stops!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers with Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises and P&0 Cruises have to book through Ship's website or on board. Other cruise lines must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
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Tags

Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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