Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour
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About This Tour in Aruba
Why Visit Aruba?
Aruba offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Aruba provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Aruba
You can reach Aruba by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Local Expert/ Guide (Authentic/ Local History & Stories)
- Entrance to Museums when open
- Bottled water
- Instagrammable Photo Opportunities
- Delicious Local Bites (2x)
- Guides also understand Spanish,Dutch & Papiamento besides English
What's Not Included
- Taxi, bus, or rental car are the best transportation options. If you are staying at the Renaissance Hotel, the location is just a 1-minute walk away.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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.
- Operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress comfortable specially walking shoes.
- Please have breakfast before due to the possible heat, to avoid sickness.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
When open, enter inside the Historical Museum to learn and see Aruba's old fort built in the 1700'sThe tour starts at Zoutmanstraat 1, right behind the Renaissance Hotel Marina Tower. You’ll find a small roundabout nearby the Protestant Church and Yemanja Restaurant. Please look out for the Aruba Walking Tours sign. https://goo.gl/maps/4oTNAfaJioE2
End Point
The tour starts at Zoutmanstraat 1, right behind the Renaissance Hotel Marina Tower. You’ll find a small roundabout nearby the Protestant Church and Yemanja Restaurant. Please look out for the Aruba Walking Tours sign. https://goo.gl/maps/4oTNAfaJioE2
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
When open, enter inside the Historical Museum to... 10 minutes
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.
Learn about two impressive statues in the Park... 10 minutes
Learn about two impressive statues in the Park and also see a large amount of iguana's.
When open, visit the inside of the museum... 10 minutes
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.
Learn and Taste a local snack called the Pan Bati 10 minutes
Learn and Taste a local snack called the Pan Bati. The pan bati is still very popular and is widely consumed by the locals.
Learn about the romantic story about the construction... 3 minutes
Learn about the romantic story about the construction of one of Aruba's iconic family mansions built in the early 1900's.
Walk through Aruba's MAIN Street
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.
The tour starts infront of one Aruba's first...
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.
Hear about Aruba's politic system and see where... 5 minutes
Hear about Aruba's politic system and see where the local politicians debate on current affairs and laws.
See one of Aruba's oldest churches built in the 1800's 2 minutes
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.
What do Arubans eat for Breakfast and at Parties 5 minutes
What do Arubans eat for Breakfast and at Parties ? Hear all about it and get to taste it here!
Walk through a residential street to see where the locals live 5 minutes
Walk through a residential street to see where the locals live. Your guide will point out multiple iconic houses.
And Many More
And Many More. Approximately 30 Stops!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
