Oranjestad, Capital city in Aruba, Caribbean.
The coastal capital extends along the southwestern shore of Aruba, featuring multi-colored Dutch colonial buildings and numerous palm-lined streets.
Founded in 1796 as a small trading post, Oranjestad developed into a significant commercial center after the construction of Fort Zoutman.
The streets of Oranjestad display a combination of Dutch architectural elements with Caribbean influences, visible in the stepped gable roofs and pastel facades.
The free trolley service connects the cruise ship terminal to the main shopping districts, museums, and Fort Zoutman between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The Renaissance Marketplace stands on reclaimed land, incorporating a series of connected shopping areas with direct access to private islands.
Location: Aruba
Inception: 1796
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
GPS coordinates: 12.52687,-70.03568
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:46
Arend Petroleum Company
2.1 km
St. Francis of Assisi Church, Oranjestad
459 m
Beth Israel Synagogue
1.7 km
Historical Museum
1 km
Museo Arqueologico Nacional Aruba
719 m
Flamingo Beach
2.9 km
Watertower Oranjestad
669 m
Censo / Ex Hotel Colombia
882 m
Cas di Cultura
2.1 km
Het Groene Huis
719 m
Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium
2 km
Fort Zoutman
1 km
Koningstraat 29
468 m
Stadskunukuhuis
716 m
Eagle Beach
3.5 km
St. Philomena's Church
3.6 km
Willem III Tower
1 km
Reina Beatrix School
1.4 km
Statue of Princess Wilhelmina
1.2 km
Stadhuis, Oranjestad, Aruba
909 m
Boy Ecury memorial
1.4 km
Maria Convent
470 m
Manchebo Beach
3.4 km
Geel huisje (Yellow house)
800 m
School 1888
902 m
Former harbour office
964 m
Ex landskantoor
872 m
2nd DOW Office
1.1 kmReviews
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