Things To Do in Curaçao

This is the place to go if you want to go snorkelling/diving with dolphins, sea lions, turtles or even sharks. If you're not that brave you can watch them on shows...
There are also a couple of aquariums with tropical fish and a few flamingoes.

Opening times: 8.30am-5.30pm
Admission is 15 US$

Address: Bapor Kibra

Phone: +599 4616666

Directions: about 15minutes drive East of Willemstad

Website: http://www.curacao-sea-aquarium.com/

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	Fort Amsterdam Tip Rating:

By bijo69

on March 28, 2005

Fort Amsterdam was one of Willemstad's firsts buildings. In the beginning it served to guard the harbour entrance, later it became the residence of the gouvenor. These days it's the seat of the gouverment of the Netherlands Antilles. You can enter the courtyard and visit the church and the Fort Church Museum.

Address: Punda

Phone: +599 461 1139 (Museum)

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	Hato Caves Tip Rating:

By bijo69

on April 3, 2005

The Hato caves once were a coral reef, you still can see fossils of coral there. Today you have limestone droppings are forming stalagmites and stalactites and freshwater pools and waterfalls down there.
You can visit the caves with a guided tour. They start on the hour from 10am to 5pm except on Mondays.
Admission fee is 6,25 US$ for adults and 4,75 US$ for children under 13.

Address: Rooseveldweg

Phone: 868 0379

Directions: near the airport

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	Mikw? Israel-Emanuel Synagogue Tip Rating:

By bijo69

on March 28, 2005

This is supposedly the oldest synogue of the Western hemisphere. Founded in 1732 it has been in permanent use by the Jewish community. It is possible to visit the synagogue (3 US$) and the Jewish Cultural Historical Museum next to it (+2 US$).

Address: Hanchi Snoa 29, Punda

Phone: +599 461 1633

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	Walk around Willemstad Tip Rating:

By bijo69

on March 26, 2005

Punda Waterfront

Curacao's capital was found in 1634 just after the Dutch took over the island. It's situated on both sides of a canal leading to the natural harbour of St. Anabaai.
The Dutch traders built houses copying those of their homecountry and these days Willemstad is also called "Little Amsterdam".
As it is a UNESCO heritage site, lots of money goes to the restoration of the historical building. They're doing a great job!

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	Fort Amsterdam and the Fort Church Museum Tip Rating:

By starship

on June 22, 2003

Built in 1634, Fort Amsterdam has guarded Curacao harbor against marauding pirates, and other enemies for centuries. The fort and the accompanying historic Fort Church surround an open quadrangle entered through a small archway. This building you see is the current seat of government and parliament for the Dutch Antilles which also includes Bonaire and St. Maarten (Aruba has its own seat of government). While in the outdoor quadrangle, look for the cannonball embedded high in the Fort Church outer wall. The Fort Church Museum is located in the back of the church and is said to contain a very fine collection of artifacts pertaining to the Church's Dutch Protestant congregation.

Directions: Facing the harbor and Handelskade .

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	Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church Tip Rating:

Updated By starship

on January 7, 2004

Cathedral of Pietermaai

On our trolley tour we stopped at this beautiful church, known as the "Cathedral of Pietermaai" or Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. Built in 1870, the outside is bathed in a golden ochre color and may appear alittle austere but the inside beautifully designed, airy and light.

Directions: Willemstad

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	A day of play Tip Rating:

By kyoub

on October 17, 2005

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All inclusive resort

Spend a fun filled day at Breezes Super Club.
We found an offer we couldn't resist in one of our brochures.
It said we could spend the day at Breezes, all food, drinks, activities included for one price.
Everyone enjoyed our day here and wished they could have spent the whole week.
We swam, played volleyball, went out in a kayak, ate breakfast ,lunch ,and dinner from lavish buffets. Plus we enjoyed the almost 1,500 feet of white sand beach.

Directions: 10 minutes from the Internationa airport

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	Take a Walk on the "Punda" Side Tip Rating:

Updated By starship

on December 16, 2003

Unique European Architecture
in the Caribbean!

The architecture in Willemstad is fascinating. It would be normal to see this style of architecture in western Europe, but it is quite unique seeing it in the Caribbean. The fact that buildings and houses in both the Punda and Otrobanda parts of Willemstad are painted such vibrant colors adds greatly to the attraction of the island and makes for some great photos.

Directions: Corner of Handelskade and Breedestraat

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	Museums and Parks Tip Rating:

Updated By starship

on June 22, 2003

Kura Hulanda Museum Brochure

There were several museums and parks in Curacao which we were not able to see due to the shortness of our visit. One museum recommended was the Kura Hulanda which offered exhibits such as the Lands of Abraham, the Black Holocaust, Pre-Columbian Gold, and Contemporary Art among others.

Of note would be the museum's exhibit on Anne Frank. Many of Curacao's early settlers were Jewish (Sephardic) and an important part of local history .