Oranjestad travel guide
Oranjestad Tourism | Oranjestad Guide
You're Going to Love Oranjestad
With 29,998 inhabitants, Oranjestad is the most populous city in Aruba. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Oranjestad has to offer.
Where to Eat in Oranjestad
If you’re looking for affordable options, Screaming Eagle Restaurant (J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 228) and Passions on the Beach (J.E. Irausquin Boulevard 252) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Catch Restaurant - Aruba (Caya harmonia 5, King plaza unit 14-15) and Patio 15 (Weststraat 15) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Oranjestad.
When to visit Oranjestad
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oranjestad in June, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 90 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Oranjestad, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Oranjestad
Plane
When flying to Oranjestad, you’ll arrive at Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Oranjestad from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 29h 25m.
Airports near Oranjestad
Airlines serving Oranjestad
Where to stay in popular areas of Oranjestad
Most booked hotels in Oranjestad
Hiring a car in Oranjestad
Hiring a car in Oranjestad costs £39 per day, on average, or £272 if you want to hire it for 7 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Ace are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Oranjestad is the Avis branch at Queen Beatrix Airport, which is 3 km from the city centre.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Oranjestad Reina Beatrix.
Expect to pay £1.18 per litre in Oranjestad (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £14.06 and £18.75. The most frequently booked car type in Oranjestad is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.