Are you visiting Curaçao for the first time? Below is a list of “Insider Tips” for things to see and do in dushi Korsou – the Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao.
Did you know that downtown Willemstad, in the Dutch Caribbean of Curacao, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
If you are looking for typical Curaçaon cuisine, I recommend Jaanchie’s on the West end of the island.
Looking for a quiet place to escape and unplug from the digital world? Check out one of the beautiful beaches on the western part of the island.
When you come to Curaçao, take your picture on the floating bridge in front of the colorful Handelskade.
The best item on the menu at Restaurant La Bahia, is the Keshi Yena (Stuffed Gouda Cheese).
Seeing a lot of Iguanas on the island? Curaçao is best known for Iguana soup – oh my!
Looking for cheap and authentic food in Curaçao, go to Marshe Bieuw, the Old Market, in downtown Willemstad – where the locals eat.
For quality Swiss and French cuisine, go to the five star Bistro Le Clochard.
In Curaçao, take your picture with an ostrich at the Ostrich Farm!
For your best pictures and viewing, walk to the top of Riffort Village.
The Fort Nassau offers great views and Handleskade is the best place to watch or experience the Heineken Regatta Curacao.
In Curaçao, outdoor enthusiasts will want to hike Christoffel Park or hop on one of Eric’s ATVs.
Looking for a little exercise? Walk along the Jan Thiel walkway.
If you are a museum lover, Curaçao’s best museum is Kura Hulanda Museum.
Ready to enjoy a night out on the town? For a night of dancing, go to Mambo Beach.
The Truk’i Pan – a food truck, is the spot for late night dining.
K-Pasa, offers movie reviews and will keep you posted on what’s happening in Curaçao.
You can tell a lot about Curaçao from visiting and watching Carnival, the island’s Mardi Gras!
In the spring you should attend Curaçao Kite Festival.
In the summer you should plan a trip with Substation Curaçao.
Did you know that Curaçao is known for its annual North Sea Jazz Festival? Plan a visit to Curaçao in the fall, this Labor Day weekend.
Come to Curaçao for pagaras and firework events in the winter – all the local business participate.
Insider Tip: Check out the often over-looked Mikve Israel-Emanuel Synagogue in Curaçao. The oldest synagogue still in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere.
Go to Landhuis Daniel for a great breakfast treat or coffee.
If you are looking for a dolphin experience, just outside of Willemstad you can visit Dolphin Academy, and have lunch at the Seaside Terrace.
Do you plan to travel around the entire island of Curacao? You’ll need to rent a car. I stayed at the Hyatt Regency Curacao, which offers transportation to the resort from the airport and an inexpensive shuttle service to downtown Willemstad.
Don’t miss the Sea Aquarium if you have kids traveling with you.
What are your favorite things to do in one of the Caribbean ABC islands of Auruba, Bonaire and Curacao?
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Thanks to Curacao Tourism for assistance with this post. I was a guest of Hyatt Regency Curacao.
These tips are so useful for people who are undecided or who don’t know what to do in Curacao. Thanks for sharing, the island has a variety of activities to offer to its vistors.
@Irene
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