Curacao: what to do, where to stay & the best beaches to visit
After living on the island of Curacao for one month, I feel like I know all the ins-and-outs! Here are my top recommendations of tours, beaches, etc. to do/visit while on the island of Curacao!!
WHAT TO DO
Here are a list of my favorite excursions to do while visiting Curacao! You should definitely explore more of the island & it's natural beauty while on vacation because Curacao has so much to offer :)
The best day trip to Klein Curacao, or “Little Curacao”. Spend the day on a catamaran and sail to this uninhabited island in beautiful blue water!
Spend ½ the day on ATVs out in the rugged landscape of Curacao! On a clear day, you might even be able to see Venezuela, or the neighboring island Bonaire from the highest points of the island.
Swimming with Sea Turtles is a must-do while in Curacao! A one-of-a-kind experience that you can only do while in few places
There is nothing better than being on a boat in the ocean, with a cocktail in hand during sunset! Make sure to fit this in :)
Since renting a car can be a hassle while on vacation, this tour takes the stress out of it all! You will visit 5 of the islands most beautiful beaches on the far end of the island.
What better way to get out into the ocean than on a Jetski?!
Get some cultural and historical knowledge of the island from this tour!
Get to know, feel and taste the culture of Curacao with the best guides on the Island :)
You'll get to see the marine animals up close!!
WHERE TO STAY
The best hotels & resorts to stay at for a dreamy vacation in Curacao
One of the newest & nicest resorts in Curacao! Right in the heart of all the action, you 1000% will not regret staying here.
Adorable resort where you can get your own villa to stay in on your vacation! Right near grocery, restaurants, on the beach, and beach bars within 2 minutes :)
Stay here for a lowkey stay, just a few minutes from all the action (if you're looking for a little of each!)
Hotel just outside of the city Willemstad where you can hop over to for restaurants, bars, tourism, and more!
One of the best beach resorts north of Willemstad! Get away from the craziness of the hotel chain and enjoy a relaxing vacation to yourself. Also very close to some of the nicest beaches on the island that you can venture off to :)
Right in the heart of Willemstad, you have everything that you could look for in a vacation at your fingertips!!
BEACHES TO VISIT
Curacao has the bluest water and the prettiest beaches. Make sure to check out a few while on the island - you won't regret it.
One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. There is a bar with some beach snacks for your enjoyment as well. If you have a car, make sure to take the drive up here. If not, there are day trips that will take you here as well!
Visit this beach for a small fee and enjoy a serene, quiet beach day with soft sand and beautiful turquoise water.
One of the most famous beaches on the island & for good reason. Although more rocky than some of the other beaches, you will see some of the clearest / bluest water of your life. Lounge chairs for relaxing + clear bottom kayaks for rent + even a ...