Things to do in Oranjestad, Aruba: The Best Walking Tours

The Fusion of the World Food Tour takes you on a culinary adventure to discover Aruba’s history melting pot. On this walking & tasting tour in the soothing evening hours, a local guide will introduce you to Aruba’s multi-cultural cuisine and serve you the local scoop. This unique 2,5 hour tour takes your through the colorful streets of Oranjestad, Aruba’s capital, to five different local eateries where you will sample Jamaican, Cuban, Dutch, Italian and typical Aruban food. ( Restaurants & Cuisines are subject to change ).

Inclusions: 5 Stops at 5 Restaurants for tapas sized foods, 4 Alcoholic Drinks incl Local Beer and 1 Non Alcoholic ( Water also available ), $7 Aruba Aloe Gift Card ( When in Stock ), Local Expert ( Guide to share fun historic facts and tales ), Guides also understand Spanish,Dutch & Papiamento, Free Pick Up from High and Low Rise Hotels / Condo Buildings (Dropoff Not Incl.), Instagrammable Photo Opportunities

Exclusions: Drop off excluded return on own

You are invited to hike with us along the Spanish Lagoon Mangrove Trail inland to the headwaters where you will find the ruins of the old gold smelter neighbouring the haunted Frenchman’s Pass. Well-informed and enjoyably personal guides will lead you along this mangrove laced trail while explaining all there is to know about this rarely visited part of our island. Archaeologists have recently carbon-dated various shell middens as far back as 1465 BC as Spanish Lagoon was a principal area of exploration by the Archaic Amerindian first arrivals from Venezuela. After exploring the old Balashi Gold Smelter Ruins, we will take you to visit the “Shoco” nests. The Shoco athene cunicularia arubensis is our renowned burrowing owl. We then transport you to Murano’s Cafe and Art Studio for a lovely lunch.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch at Murano art gallery & Restaurant , Water during the tour

Exclusions: Tour guide Tips :)

The regular tours gives you the opportunity to see over 40+ Murals from artists such as Amsterdam Street Art from the Netherlands, Guache from Colombia, Isidora Lopez Paz from Chile, Wild Drawing from Bali, Chemis from Czech Republic, Dopie from the Netherlands, Garrick Marchena from Aruba, Francis Sling from Curacao Ice One from Aruba, Odeith from Portugal and Bordalo II from Portugal

Inclusions: Bottled water

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Experience luxury with a family touch at Aruba's top luxury jewelry store, Kay's Fine Jewelry. Enjoy a complementary glass of champagne, mimosa, or water, given to you upon entry to enhance the shopping experience. Be assisted personally by a family member and learn about diamonds, exquisite gemstones, and rare collectibles.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Glass of Champagne, Hotel drop-off

Exclusions: Hotel pick up

Discover the streets & stories of Oranjestad with you own personal Local Expert Aruba Walking Tours offers the islands' local scoop during a 2.5-hour journey by foot in an interactive and engaging way. This authentic experience takes you to over 30 amazing sites in downtown Oranjestad, while a Local Expert shares fascinating stories on the islands' rich history & culture. Stops are made to visit monuments & museums, sample Aruba's local bites and even for a little shopping on-the-go. During the Aruba walking tour plenty of "photo ops" and even encounters with Aruba's charismatic locals are provided. Making your way through the city was never this entertaining! The group tour is available Monday, Wednesday or Friday daily. Departure 9.15 am. Meeting time: No later than 9 am. For customized experiences and other departure times you can book a private tour for couples, families and corporate groups.

Inclusions: Local Expert/ Guide (Authentic/ Local History & Stories), More than 30 amazing sites, Instagrammable Photo Opportunities, Delicious Local Bites (2x), $7 Gift Card of Aruba Aloe Store (When Available), Iconic Landmarks, Entrance to Museums, Free Pick Up from Hotel (Dropoff Not Incl.), Bottled water, Guides also understand Spanish,Dutch & Papiamento

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off

Come and celebrate with us ... Aruba's Happiest Hours 5:00 - 8:00pm. Your colorful Kukoo bus will pick you up at your hotel for an early evening of Fun, Entertainment and New friends. Included is a complimentary Kukoo shot glass and free shot at each stop, drinks are at Happy Hour prices and local snacks along the way. Leave the driving to us !!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, 3 complimentary shots, Special drink prices, Local guide

Exclusions: Food, Gratuities

Aruba’s home to all sorts of fun and excitement, with options for adventurous explorers, families with small children, and people looking to relax and unwind, so no matter what you’re looking to do on your next vacation to the One happy island, you can rest assured that you’ll find something that strikes your fancy! Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Here's how it works: Within 30 mins, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you reach there, drive to Stop#1. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever! This tour does not include entrance to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules and opening hours before your visit.

Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support

Exclusions: Admission to paid attractions

Trek away from the busy paths. The full trail is surrounded by local flora and fauna. There are many opportunities to take as many pictures as you wish along the way. We will be visiting a historical and beautiful scenery which is the Balashi gold ruins mine, which, it is also unique for pictures taken. This site is not easy to find by tourists, there are not many signs and tour operators don't offer this area as part of their itinerary. We will be looking at the local Owls nest by the side of the lagoon, in the local language are called “Shoco

Inclusions: Local lemonade & empanada after the walk in a local small restaurant in Mangel Halto

Exclusions: Transportation is not included. However if you need to be picked up, depends on the location and amount of people I can arrange transportation upon request for an additional cost

Venture back in time on our beautiful island when there was no industry, just farmers and fishermen. During the early 1800’s a young boy saw a glimmering, shiny rock in a dry creek bed while herding his sheep. And so Aruba’s gold industry began. Gold was prospected, mined and processed from the day young Willem Rasmijn found that nugget in 1824 until 1916. There were several different enterprises over the years that excavated different areas of Aruba. - In-depth tour About Aruba's Gold Rush - The Perfect Tour to Culture & History Lovers - Beautiful Sunset at Aruba North Coast - Dinner at a new Murano Glass Art gallery - Transportation Included

Inclusions: Lunch at Murano art gallery & Restaurant , Water during the tour, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Tour guide Tips :)