Trip for · Families with kids
Oranjestad (Aruba) for families
Beaches and boats; town has little for children beyond a short morning.
Key facts
- Days
- 3
- Matching items
- 9
- Verdict
- good fit
A 3-day outline
Grouped by walking cluster where the guide gives one. Order inside a day is loose: the timed day plans check opening hours and walking.
Day 1
Waterfront promenade and cruise terminal
Why it fits: Flat, but little shade.
From: Place · family.stroller: ok
Renaissance Marketplace and the marina
Why it fits: Flat, but little shade.
From: Place · family.stroller: ok
Day 2 · Main Street (Caya G.F. Betico Croes) and Schelpstraat
A catamaran trip
Why it fits: clear water.
From: Good for · families
Catamaran or snorkel trip
Why it fits: Clear water and reef fish in a day.
From: Experience · kids: yes
Day 3
Arikok jeep tour
Why it fits: Rough roads and caves need a guide.
From: Experience · kids: yes
Fort and Main Street morning
Why it fits: The sights are close together.
From: Experience · kids: yes
Marina sunset dinner
Why it fits: The best hour in the town.
From: Experience · kids: yes
Where to stay
Sleep areas the guide points families to.
The beach is the day; the town is a morning by taxi.
From: Where to sleep · "A beach and family holiday"
Before you go
What the guide flags for families.
- Eagle Beach and Baby Beach have shallow water; watch children closely and use sun cream and hats. (Kids)
- Wilhelmina Park and the marina give children space to run; go before 10:00.Wilhelmina Park and the marina give children space to run; go before 10:00 AM. (Kids)
- The archaeological museum is small and cool; it suits a short visit on a hot or rainy afternoon. (Kids)