Dr Eloy Ahrends House
An elegant, thick-walled 1922 house, which is now part of the city-council complex. At night it’s lit up like an emerald.
Baby Beach
Nice curve of sand in the uncrowded south. The waters are calm. Nearby Coco’s Beach is almost as nice, except for the view of the refinery.
Fort Zoutman
Not much to look at, but what’s left dates from the 18th century. Best-preserved is the Willem III Tower , built to warn of approaching pirates.
Arashi Beach
Near the island’s northwest tip, this is a favorite with locals and popular with families. There is good bodysurfing, some shade and just a few rocks right offshore.
Manchebo Beach
Just south of Eagle, this large beach reaches out to a point. It is popular with topless sunbathers (an activity frowned on elsewhere) and offers the best chance on the strip to get away from others.
Palm Beach
A classic white-sand beauty, but only for those who enjoy the company of lots of people, as it fronts the High-Rise Resorts. During high season the sands can get jammed, but for some that’s part of the scene.
Chapel of Alto Vista
This remote 1950s church is built on the site of one dating to 1750. The road to salvation here is lined with signs bearing prayers. Look for the divi-divi tree right out of central casting – it looks like a question mark caught in a hurricane.
Ayo Rock
Just off the road to Natural Bridge, look for this smooth-sided geological wonder popular with rock climbers. It boasts ancient drawings. For postcard shots, you should also visit Casibari Rock , about 1.5km west of Ayo Rock. Steps lead to the top where there are good views across
Donkey Sanctuary
Make an ass out of yourself petting these winsome critters. Originally brought to Aruba by the Spaniards, many donkeys now live in the wild, where they fall prey to speeding tour buses. Injured ones are brought here to recuperate. The sanctuary is usually open during daylight hours
Natural Bridge
One of several natural bridge rock formations on Aruba, this one has a decent road and a gift shop. Wave action hollowed out a limestone cave on the sea cliffs that later collapsed, leaving the ‘bridge.’ It’s crowded when cruise ships are in port; otherwise it’s a moody and windswe
Aruba Archaeological Museum
Grand 1920s colonial buildings house this brilliant new museum. The engaging exhibits range from stone tools found on Aruba dating from 4000 BC to displays detailing Arawak life and the colonial era.
Andicuri Beach
A black-pebble beach on the isolated east coast, this hidden gem is often the scene of photo shoots. It’s reached by a road that demands 4WD. Swimming can be treacherous; the winds make reading a challenge.
Eagle Beach
Fronting a stretch of the Low-Rise Resorts just northwest of Oranjestad, Eagle is a long stretch of white sand that regularly makes lists of the best in the world. Portions have shade trees and you can obtain every service you need here, from a lounger to a cold drink.
California Lighthouse
Near Arashi Beach, this tall sentinel is named for an old shipwreck named California, which is not the ship of the same name that stood by ineffectually while the Titanic sank (despite much local lore to the contrary). The views are great and theres a good daytime cafe.
Doing business & staying in touch while in Aruba
Aruba: Doing business & staying in touch
Aruba Weather, Climate and Geography
Aruba Weather, climate and geography
Aruba History, Language and Culture
Aruba History, Language and Culture
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Aruba Travel Guide
