A WATER LOVER’S UTOPIA

Curaçao is known as one of the best shore-diving locations in the world. Start your day exploring the beauty of the island's marine life.

Kas di Piskado in Willemstad offers a rustic experience and some of the freshest seafood on the island with local fishermen directly bringing their catches to the restaurant.

The Curaçao Sea Aquarium was developed right on the waterfront, with a unique open-water system that continuously pumps water into the aquaria. Snorkel or scuba dive with fish and sea turtles, see a dolphin show, or take it all in from the comfort of the underwater observatory boat!
Not feeling it? Try the Kura Hulanda Museum or the Maritime Museum instead!

Caracas Baai is a spectacular bay off of Jan Thiel at Willemstad’s southeast end. Here you’ll find plenty of casual dining options with a sea view – the perfect end to your first day on the island!

Book a kayak tour to explore the island's coastal line and enjoy the calm, turquoise water.

Famous for the tugboat that accidentally sunk years ago and rests at just 5 meters (17 ft.), Tugboat is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in Curaçao. After that, treat yourself to a drink at the beach bar.

Go turtle-spotting at Playa Piskado/Playa Grandi and stop at Playa Porto Mari, known for its unique double reef.

Head back towards Caracas Baai for lunch in one of Curaçao’s top restaurants. And if you still have your snorkeling gear, you can explore the beach's underwater park.

Jan Thiel Beach, one of the island’s most popular beaches, is far more than just the beach. There are also plenty of activities, including flyboarding, shopping, watersports, and chartered boat tours.

As the sun sets and the night time festivities begin, you’ll find yourself in the perfect setting to enjoy the sundown as you head to Willemstad.

Start the day by trying something new. Take a windsurfing class in the early morning when the wind is still calmer.

Try a stand-up paddleboard session at designated beaches along both the east and west coasts.

Curacçao is one of the few locations in the world offering Aquafari, an eco-friendly way to explore the island's marine life without any diving experience required. A briefing before you get in the water and certified Aquafari diver make sure it's a fun, safe experience you will not forget.

You may not be in Willemstad anymore, but the west has plenty of dining options, many with beautiful views near the coast. Taste authentic local flavors at one of the historic landhuizen, many of which also offer information about Curaçao’s past.

Visit Williwood to take a picture of Curaçao's very own version of the Hollywood sign and visit Sint Willibrordus church, which dates back to 1888.

Don't miss Shete Boka National Park, an area with more than 10 beautiful Boka's (boka means inlet) where three species of turtles nest. Shete Boka stands for "seven inlets". 

Another must-see is Kas di Pal'I Maishi - a traditional adobe house with a latched roof built about 130 years ago. It illustrates the way the Afro-Curaçaoan rural population of Curaçao lived till about 1950.