Saturday, May 25, 2013
Cruise Ship Visitors Essential information
Arriving in Aruba and Cruise Terminal Facilities. Most cruises arrive early morning to make most of the day in port. The port of Oranjestad has a modern Cruise facility with three terminals. Upon arrival at the air-conditioned terminals you will find friendly and welcoming staff at the information booths. They will assist you with any information you might need for your Aruba visit. Across from the visitor's booth you will find an ATM machine. Within the terminal you can also find the Setar telecommunications desk for any cellular or wi-fi needs. Within the terminal itself there are also many shops selling everything from perfume to quality cigars and authentic souvenirs. From the terminal you will find transportation in the form of Taxis or tour buses and some car rental companies such as Royal Car Rental.
Cruise Ship Schedule
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Tours and Transfer Services
Things to do close to port
Shopping
Shop 'til you drop! Aruba is the perfect shopping island. Not only can you find the best deals here, but you also have a variety of shopping districts to browse and compare prices. Shopping in Aruba is most known for its various selections. Shoppers often visit Aruba for its shops devoted to jewelry, table linens, perfumes, leather goods, designer fashions, electronics, locally made handicrafts, Cuban cigars, Dutch Delft, Dutch Cheeses, and many more superior and favorably priced goods. Take a look at some of the shops in Oranjestad.
Featured Shopping Malls
Other Shopping Malls
Port of Call Mall
- Address:
- L.G. Smith Boulevard 17, Oranjestad
- Phone:
- +297 583 6449
Royal Plaza Mall
- Address:
- L.G. Smith Boulevard 94, Oranjestad
- Phone:
- +297 588 0351
note: Currently there is some on-going construction in Oranjestad related to a Tram project that will connect the cruise terminal to the main street shops.
Nearby Restaurants
All that shopping is hungry work! There are a variety of great restaurants within walking distance from the cruise terminal.Take a look at some of Aruba's culinary delights
Nearby Beaches
Sightseeing
- Archeological Museum
- Historical Museum/ Fort Zoutman
- Protestant Church (1950)
- Dr. Van den Doel Bible Museum
- Town Hall building
