Aruba has so much to offer! Here are some of our favorite spots, to help you plan your trip.

SANTOS COFFEE

Casual place for coffee, sandwiches, Pastries, & Milkshakes.

The Coco Café

Located Within one of our favorite hotels, a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Plenty of vegan options.

OAK Restaurant & bar

Relaxed, upscale restaurant with a nice wine selection. Reservations Recommended.

Dutch PancakeHouse

A great place for pancakes, close to aruba’s shopping locations. Try the Poffertjes!

Linda’s dutch pancakes

Delicious dutch pancakes, one of aruba’s signature offerings. THey’re huge - order carefully!

DUSHI BAGELS & BURGERS

Familiar and fun food, open early for breakfast or open late. Live music at night. Located near popular shopping spots.


Boardwalk Boutique Hotel

Small, secluded, get your own casita. One of our favorite places to stay.

BUCUTI & TARA

Romantic and relaxed resort with oceanfront views and wellness experiences.

Wonders Boutique Hotel

A pretty Bed + Breakfast in Oranjestad we’ve always wanted to try.

A note about hotels in aruba

Aruba is a romantic destination, so many hotels are adults-only. If you’re traveling with kids, check your hotel’s website to make sure you’re all good. There are so many places to stay that we couldn’t list them all here, so be sure to check out all the hotel, rental property, and B&B options! some hotel planning websites we’ve used are below.

Palm Beach: This beach is perfect for those who want a lively and energetic atmosphere. It's located in the high-rise section of the island and has calm waters. water sports, happy hour bar crawls, and nearby restaurants.

Eagle Beach: This is the most iconic tourist beach and is known for its wide expanse of white sand. It's located just south of Palm Beach and is popular for water sports and dining on the beach.

Flamingo Beach: This beach is located on Renaissance Island and is where you can see the famous flamingos. It's a great place for snorkeling and swimming.

Divi and Druif Beaches: These beaches are next to each other and are an under-the-radar gem. perfect for those who want a quieter and more secluded atmosphere. You can enjoy water sports, nearby restaurants, and stunning views.

Baby Beach: on the island's southern tip, a man-made lagoon with incredibly calm waters. It's perfect for families with small children and those who want a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Arashi Beach: This beach is on the island's north end and is known for its clear blue waters and white sand. It's perfect for snorkeling and diving.

Snorkeling & Diving

Quadirikiri Cave

Arikok National Park

The Butterfly farm

Wild side of the island - tour the Bushiribana Gold Ruins, the Natural Bridge, the Ayo Rock Formation, Casibari, the Natural Pool

The Flea market

Oranjestad

Or, Just lay on the beach