10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Willemstad That You Shouldn't Miss

October 29, 2021 Layne Dawes

The lively capital of Curacao is a welcoming, upbeat destination with two distinct historic districts divided by the lovely St. Anna Bay. Punda, site of neat, narrow streets, is crammed with shops and museums. Otrobanda, or "The Other Side," is a maze of twisting residential streets, contrasting with the organized grid across the bay. Willemstad's colorful colonial architecture has won it UNESCO Heritage site designations. Diving and swimming with dolphins are popular activities in the bay.
Restaurants in Willemstad

1. The Dive Bus

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The Dive Bus

Looking for a fun, relaxed, safe and professional scuba diving experience in one of the TOP Caribbean shore-diving destinations? In small dive groups led by friendly, experienced PADI dive professionals? With ocean protection built into everything we do? You're in the right place! Established in 2005, The Dive Bus was Curacao's first Curacao dive center to specialise in quality, #seriouslyfun shore diving at the best of Curacao's shore dive sites. Curacao's first Green Star and 100%AWARE PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, choose from a bunch of fun PADI dive courses for all levels, from PADI Discover Scuba Dives (Intro Dives) through to professional level PADI Divemaster. Our dive groups are small and friendly to guarantee personal attention and quality service. And, once you're done diving, check out our retail shop: grab yourself a cold one from the Goody Fridge while you decide which of the fun "Dive Bus Stuff" you'll be taking home with you :)

2. The Diveshop Curacao

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The Diveshop Curacao

The place to be in Curacao for all your diving adventures. Highly specialized in PADI Courses and Programs we also offer dive trips from the boat, shore and the ATV-DIVE safari. You expect customer service, someone to assist you with your gear, some tips, trips or ideas, or just a warm towel and a drink when you come back from a dive...And you are absolutely right.

3. Jan Thiel Diving

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Jan Thiel Diving

Livingstone Jan Thiel Resort offers in addition to its other facilities also the opportunity to dive with her own PADI dive center. You will explore the underwater world of Curacao with their experienced instructors, of course in a safe and enjoyable way you’ll absolutely never forget! But you especially have to enjoy the warm clear water and see all the different types of fish and colorful coral

4. Relaxed Guided Dives

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Relaxed Guided Dives

Family run full service dive center. We are a certified PADI and IDD resort and specialize in shore diving. The place for all your dive courses, guided dives and diving needs. We work with small groups, so lots of personal attention.Let us take you to the most beautiful dive sites of the island, some hidden treasures only the local people know how to find.Come and (re-)discover Shore Diving!!!

5. Duikcentrum Van De Ven

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Duikcentrum Van De Ven

Always wanted to discover the underwater world of Curacao? Weightless want to float through the clear blue water? And of course, always want to completely relax while enjoying all the new impressions? Then you are at the right place at our dive center! We consist of a small team of SSI professionals with years of experience that takes all the time for our customers. With us, coziness and safety are at the top. Everything is possible, from a Try Scuba Diving to an all-inclusive SSI Open Water Course or an SSI Full Face Mask Specialty Course. Do you want a lot of personal attention? Do you not like big groups? Do you want to schedule your own time and select the location? Do not wait any longer and dive with us in the adventure! Take a look at the photos and videos. Of course, you can also view the reactions of other people on TripAdvisor and you will see that cozy also really means fun!

6. Bas Harts Diving Curacao

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Bas Harts Diving Curacao

Curacao has many beautiful beaches and a tropical climate. Sitting on the beach and enjoying the breeze is a wonderful way to chill for the day. But as you sit in the shade of a palm tree and look at the water with many hues of aqua and blue you just know that more beauty is down below! Diving Curacao with us is the best way to experience this underwater world! Curacao is the home of exciting walls, bountiful reefs, pristine dive sites and has more combinations and more quantities of diving than most people can dream of. If you want to Dive Curacao we offer the best Dive trips, Guided Dives and Private Dives from one day dive excursions to multiple days of diving.

7. Atlantis Diving

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Atlantis Diving

You're the reason we love scuba diving! Dive with us and let us show you the beauty of our Island above and below. We offer guided dives, all PADI courses, and most of the PADI specialties (ice diving is a bit difficult, although we've tried). Our Instructors are always ready to make your diving day a fun one, but once below it's back to business. Safety first!

8. Scuba Lodge Dive Center Pietermaai

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Scuba Lodge Dive Center Pietermaai

Dive Center Pietermaai is the first dive center in the Pietermaai District. Our award-winning team of service-oriented and experienced dive instructors ensure that your diving experience on Curaçao is a memorable and safe one. Known for our safe and fun approach to all diving activities, we keep our diving groups small to ensure personal service and attention. Whether you are a beginner, a newbie or an experienced diver, we accommodates all levels.

9. Copperstone

Hanchi Snoa no.9 Punda World Trade Center Curacao Piscadera Bay, Willemstad null Curacao +599 9 461 5289 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/pages/Copperstone/177160553019423
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Copperstone

Copperstone is the only souvenir store you need to visit when you are on the island!We are a mother and daughter team, who try to bring you something different than the average souvenir. Home to Curacao's official cat Skadey too! Skadey is the Prime Minister's favorite- he loves cats. Ask for Melissa - the artist and creator of Skadey, and Hema the one behind the most creative souvenirs you will find. Family owned, each corner is filled with love, care and amazing prices. Wholesalers to a great deal of stores, we've got the best prices and variety! Exclusive retailers of Dhan Arts Paintings and Souvenirs. Located in Punda on the same street as the Synagogue, look for two huge cats painted by Melissa. Skadey and Ringo - you can even pose for selfies with them! Hope to see you soon!

Reviewed By AshleyES724 - Marion, United States

This past February, my family traveled to Curaçao on an ABC cruise. I wanted to find something unique and memorable, so I did some research beforehand and came across Copperstone! One-of-a-kind art by a local artist and home to Skadey cat, Curaçao’s Official Cat. My son loves cats, so I knew this was the perfect shop to visit in Curaçao. We had taken an island tour earlier in the day and had a short time left to make it back to the ship, but we were not going to miss out on Copperstone. After crossing the Queen Emma bridge, we asked for directions to the shop at the information kiosk. After the hostess gave directions, she also said how nice of a person Melissa, the artist, is. We hurried over to the shop, bedraggled and sandy, and were greeted by Melissa and her mother. Wonderful people and a wonderful shop. My son picked out his own Skadey Cat to take home, which was lovingly packed in a box to protect him during the flight home. (He was unpacked for a few days on the cruise so my son could enjoy him.) My only regret was that we couldn’t spend more time in the shop as we had to hurry back to the ship. When in Curaçao, I highly recommend shopping at Copperstone. Not only will you support a local artist and find something one-of-a-kind, you’ll also make a new friend! Follow @skadeycat on Instagram.

10. Scubacao Diving Adventures

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Scubacao Diving Adventures

We are a small dive shop that will give you the greatest time of your life! We love to introduce you into the blue wonders of the beautiful island of Curacao. Never dived before? No problem. Do your first dive with us and we promise we do everything in our powers to make it an unforgettable experience. Already certified and looking to do some cool guided dives? Let us take you off the beaten path and to some of those hidden beaches, beautiful bays and incredible wrecks. Or maybe you just one to join our snorkel trips? Why not! we have it all!

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