Curaçao City Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours 30 minutes

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Experience the vibrant history and culture of Curaçao on this guided walking tour through colorful Willemstad!

Start at Brionplein, where we’ll dive into Curaçao’s fascinating past—from its discovery and pivotal role in the transatlantic slave trade to its transformation into the lively island we know today. Walk through the artistic streets of Otrobanda, filled with stunning murals and hidden gems, before crossing the iconic Queen Emma Bridge into Punda. Discover landmarks like the Governor’s Palace, the floating market, and the oldest synagogue in the Americas.

Learn intriguing facts about Curaçao’s history, from marine life to colonial influences, and end your journey at Wilhelmina Plein with the famous Curaçao sign—perfect for a photo to remember your trip.

This 2.5-hour tour blends history, art, and Instagram-worthy spots into an unforgettable exploration of Curaçao. Book now to uncover the heart of this Caribbean gem!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Snacks

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

What To Expect

Brionplein

Begin the tour at Brionplein, a bustling square in Otrobanda that celebrates Curaçao's local culture and history. Learn how Curaçao was discovered, its establishment as a key headquarters for the Dutch West India Company (WIC), and its pivotal role in the transatlantic slave trade. Gain insights into how the island evolved into the modern-day Curaçao we know today. This square also offers beautiful views of the iconic Queen Emma Bridge and serves as a great spot for photos.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Otrabanda

Stroll through the streets of Otrobanda, Curaçao’s "other side," known for its vibrant murals and street art. These colorful works of art reflect the island’s cultural identity and tell stories of its heritage. This part of the tour offers Instagram-worthy spots and an authentic view of local life.

25 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Curaçao City Walking Tour

Reviews

4.95

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

This tour is a must!
newtravels99,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This walking tour with Mr. Hamilton was so informative. He is very knowledgable about the island and its history. I learned so much. Mr. Hamilton is extremely kind and such a great guide. He was happy to answer questions along the way and provided great advice to enjoy the rest of your vacation. I highly recommend booking this walking tour.
AWEmazing
India L,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Mr. Hamilton is extremely knowledgeable and personable. The places we visited on this tour are nothing short of amazing from the Art Gallery to the homemade ice cream I truly enjoyed myself. I highly recommend this tour!
Try it!
Kadius S,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a really good way to take in some of the awesome sites in the city, while getting educated on some of Curaçao's rich history. Mr Hamilton is a great tour guide and seems to have a passion for his job and his country. You obviously will be walking quite a bit but he breaks it up with a couple of interesting stops, one of which allows you to enjoy a local refreshment. I'd definitely recommend it.
Walking tour through...
Lawrence K,
Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Walking tour through various points of interest, cultural , historical. Junior Hamilton was an excellent tour guide. Personable, very knowledgeable about the history of the island and historical facts. He has a wonderful , easygoing personality which made this tour a fun experience. He not only talked about history but about the food and customs and there was even free ice cream made by a local to sweeten our experience.
Nice city walk in Willemstad with a local guide.
Jennifer H,
Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
You learn a lot about the history, see artworks and have a little treat in between. We explored mainly the districts Otrobanda and Punda. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided great recommendations for Willemstad in general.
A good to see island.
alangR2418WG,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful island with colorful buildings and interesting history. We did a lot of walking around and enjoyed ourselves. We were on a cruise.
Our wallking tour was...
India S,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our wallking tour was just what we needed to get familiarized with the island of Curacao. We were staying in Jan Thiel so we didn't have the opportunity to simply walk the streets of Willemstad until the tour. It was so informative. Our tour guide was very knowledgable, kind, patient and had a great sense of humor. He took the time to learn everyone's names and he encouraged personal interaction among the group. We learned so much on the tour. I was amazed at how easily we were able to walk into the Parliment area. We were able to see several member of Parliment talking with news people as they were installing a new government that day. There are so many talented artist on the island. We enjoyed the beautiful murals and stops along the tour that gave us a few minutes to see great art and get a break from the heat.
Educational and Fun!
Jennifer G,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Junior was so knowledgeable and fun! He made the tour relaxing and educational. The art and culture shines through during this tour.
Nice tour
Y3115VRleek,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Even though it was warm and humid, it was a very enjoyable tour. The walking was easy, and we saw and learned some interesting things. Highly recommend it
Learned A Lot!
Anna,
May 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Junior did a great job! He spoke very passionately about the history and nuance of the various stops on the tour. We learned so many cool factoids on this tour and also snapped some of our favorite pictures from the locations covered. Highly recommend!