City: Willemstad
Top Things to do in Willemstad
The 9 Best Historic Sites in Willemstad, Curacao
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. Slave Quarantine Hospital
2. Waterfort Arches
3. Landhuis Bloemhof
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Curacao Art – History – Nature . ART : Throughout many generations Landhuis Bloemhof has become a vibrant meeting place for all art lovers. The legacy of Shon May Henriquez, a pioneer in the Curacao Art scene, who made way for many local artists , is well preserved through her frozen in time sculpture studio and also in our inspiring library and contemporary art exhibitions by local and foreign artists . On the premises you can visit the open air studio of Hortence Brouwn , a local sculptor . Art will surround you, as you wander around the premises. CATHEDRAL OF THORNS : You can also experience the unique Cathedral of Thorns by Herman van Bergen, a monumental artwork recommended by National Geographic Intelligent Travel. HISTORY : The Bloemhof estate dates back to 1735. At Bloemhof you will find traces of our different nationalities and how they have influenced our culture, our history and Curacao's Art scene. NATURE : Enjoy a walk through 18 acres of ‘Mondi’, in our natural park .
Reviewed By WanderingRabbi - New Brunswick, United States
Owned by a wealthy Sephardic family whose beautiful pictures are in the library, this art installation features the amazing Cathedral of Thorns by Herman Van Bergen- he's usually around and happy to discuss his vision and work. Also- don't miss the on-site 10 Restaurant and chat with the friendly owner-operator about life on Curacao!
4. Fort Nassau
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 253 reviews
This former fortress now houses a restaurant and disco.
Reviewed By Q9319NWanneb - Ashburn, United States
Great food and atmosphere for our 25th anniversary trip to the Caribbean. Enjoyed the lamb chops and cocktails.
5. Fort Beekenburg
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4.0 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By RachaelandDarren - Montreal, Canada
The oldest fort on the island of curaçao and still in great condition and worth a visit. It’s free to get in and explore but the parking area is quite small and right off the road. Make sure to lock your car and leave nothing. The fort itself can be seen from a few miles sitting perched atop a hillside. There is a ladder inside so you are able to climb right to the top and have a breathtaking view of the ocean below. The original cannons are still sitting atop the tower and are quite amazing to look at. Just a short drive from Willemstad but so worth it.
6. Fortkirche - De Fortkerk - The Fortchurch in Fort Amsterdam
7. Fort Amsterdam
8. Landhuis Papaya
9. Fort Waakzaamheid
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
