Guidebook for Eagle
Sightseeing
Natural Pool
Natural PoolCalifornia Lighthouse
2 HudishibanaThis popular cave is located along the northeast coast in National Park Arikok near Boca Prins. The Fontein Cave is well known for its native Arawak Indian rock paintings which can still be found on the walls and ceilings. The brownish-red paintings were left by Caquetios and graffiti imprinted by European settles.
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Fontein Cave
7This popular cave is located along the northeast coast in National Park Arikok near Boca Prins. The Fontein Cave is well known for its native Arawak Indian rock paintings which can still be found on the walls and ceilings. The brownish-red paintings were left by Caquetios and graffiti imprinted by European settles.
The Aruba Island Gold Mining Company built the Bushiribana smelter in 1825 to extract gold from the ore that was being mined in the nearby hills of Ceru Plat; it operated for ten years. Today, its remains are a stopping-off point for tourists on their way to view the Aruba Natural Bridge, which collapsed on September 2, 2005
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Bushiribana Ruins
The Aruba Island Gold Mining Company built the Bushiribana smelter in 1825 to extract gold from the ore that was being mined in the nearby hills of Ceru Plat; it operated for ten years. Today, its remains are a stopping-off point for tourists on their way to view the Aruba Natural Bridge, which collapsed on September 2, 2005
Deep sandy cove and black stone beach. It is not recommended for swimming due to huge waves and strong currents, but it is a great surfing spot
27 locals recommend
Andicuri Beach
Deep sandy cove and black stone beach. It is not recommended for swimming due to huge waves and strong currents, but it is a great surfing spot
In the center of the island you will find the Casibari Rock formations. A path leads you to the top of these giant boulders from which you have a great view of Aruba's landscape. On a clear day the entire island and possibly even Venezuela can be seen from the highest point.
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Casibari Rock Formations
In the center of the island you will find the Casibari Rock formations. A path leads you to the top of these giant boulders from which you have a great view of Aruba's landscape. On a clear day the entire island and possibly even Venezuela can be seen from the highest point.
The Natural Bridge was formed naturally over the centuries by the pounding sea. The Natural Bridge collapsed in September 2005 and was one of the largest of its kind in the world. It spanned more than 100 feet (30 meters) and stood 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The Natural Bridge is still a popular landmark as you can still visit the Baby Bridge.
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Natural Bridge - Rock Garden
The Natural Bridge was formed naturally over the centuries by the pounding sea. The Natural Bridge collapsed in September 2005 and was one of the largest of its kind in the world. It spanned more than 100 feet (30 meters) and stood 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The Natural Bridge is still a popular landmark as you can still visit the Baby Bridge.
Arts & Culture
Museo Historico Aruba
ZoutmanstraatShopping
If you are serious about shopping in Aruba, then take the trip to downtown Oranjestad. As the capital of Aruba, shopping in Oranjestad is top notch.
If you arrive by cruise ship, you will have no problem finding the shopping district as L.G. Smith Boulevard runs right through it. The shopping area is also only a few minutes walk from the sea port. And if you are staying in a hotel further from downtown, then you can make your way there by taxi, bus or rental car. There is suitable parking, but do expect a little traffic as Oranjestad does get busy.
Also a recent addition is the trolley or streetcar at the cruise port, which offer free transportation to and from the main street downtown area.
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Oranjestad
If you are serious about shopping in Aruba, then take the trip to downtown Oranjestad. As the capital of Aruba, shopping in Oranjestad is top notch.
If you arrive by cruise ship, you will have no problem finding the shopping district as L.G. Smith Boulevard runs right through it. The shopping area is also only a few minutes walk from the sea port. And if you are staying in a hotel further from downtown, then you can make your way there by taxi, bus or rental car. There is suitable parking, but do expect a little traffic as Oranjestad does get busy.
Also a recent addition is the trolley or streetcar at the cruise port, which offer free transportation to and from the main street downtown area.
Entertainment & Activities
Boca Catalina Beach
Excellent for Snorkling and swimming
De Palm Island
Baby Beach
Parks & Nature
National Park Arikok covers about 18% of Aruba's total land area and is located at the north-eastern part. The park contains examples of most of Aruba's flora and fauna and offers a great variety of landscapes from caves with Indian drawings, to sand dunes and beaches, to rough hills of volcanic lava formations and the natural pool, to the highest point in Aruba, as the two tallest hills are located within the National Park Arikok. Most of the roads are accessible by regular cars. There are great hiking trails through the park and guided tours are offered.
211 locals recommend
Arikok National Park
70 San Fuego National Park Arikok covers about 18% of Aruba's total land area and is located at the north-eastern part. The park contains examples of most of Aruba's flora and fauna and offers a great variety of landscapes from caves with Indian drawings, to sand dunes and beaches, to rough hills of volcanic lava formations and the natural pool, to the highest point in Aruba, as the two tallest hills are located within the National Park Arikok. Most of the roads are accessible by regular cars. There are great hiking trails through the park and guided tours are offered.
The Bubali Bird Sanctuary is one of the best and most easily accessible places for bird watching on Aruba. Two inter-connected man-made lakes provide a lush sanctuary for more than eighty species of migratory birds including egrets, herons and cormorants, coots, gulls, skimmers, terns, and ducks. On the north side of the Bird Sanctuary is an observation tower that provides an excellent view.
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Bubali Bird Sanctuary
The Bubali Bird Sanctuary is one of the best and most easily accessible places for bird watching on Aruba. Two inter-connected man-made lakes provide a lush sanctuary for more than eighty species of migratory birds including egrets, herons and cormorants, coots, gulls, skimmers, terns, and ducks. On the north side of the Bird Sanctuary is an observation tower that provides an excellent view.
Essentials
Super Food Plaza
141 A BubaliLing & Sons IGA Supercenter
Botica Di Servicio Eagle
17 Caya Punta BraboFood Scene
Zeerovers
270 SavanetaExclusive Dining. The Kitchen Table features only 16 comfortable seats and reservations for the gastronomic 7-8 course feast, that will start at the Mirador .
6 locals recommend
The Kitchen Table
64 J.E. Irausquin BlvdExclusive Dining. The Kitchen Table features only 16 comfortable seats and reservations for the gastronomic 7-8 course feast, that will start at the Mirador .
This Pizzeria is one of the Best Pizzeria on the Island.
110 locals recommend
Casa Tua Pizzeria (Arawak Garden)
370 J.E. Irausquin BlvdThis Pizzeria is one of the Best Pizzeria on the Island.
Hostaria da Vittorio
380 L.G. Smith BlvdOne of the best Italian Restaurant on the Island.