Destination
Curaçao, Curaçao
Curaçao combines a UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial capital with 35 cove beaches, year-round dry weather and a culture that blends Papiamentu, Dutch and Caribbean traditions.
Trips to Curaçao from every city
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Lowest fares to Curaçao by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan | $705 | 1 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | best |
| August | best |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- February, March: Curaçao Carnival with the Gran Marcha in the run-up to Lent.
- October, November, December: Slightly wetter, with brief showers; the island stays outside the hurricane belt.
Where to stay in Curaçao
- Punda: The UNESCO heart of Willemstad, with the Handelskade waterfront and the floating market.
- Pietermaai: Restored mansions turned boutique hotels and the city's restaurant and bar district.
- Otrobanda: Across the swinging bridge, with the cruise terminal and large resorts.
- Jan Thiel: Resort and beach-club zone east of town with calm water and nightlife.
- Westpunt: The wild west end, with the island's prettiest cove beaches and dive sites.
What to do in Curaçao
- Photograph the pastel Handelskade from the Queen Emma pontoon bridge
- Swim at Grote Knip and Playa Lagun
- Snorkel the tugboat wreck at Caracas Bay
- Watch the waves crash into the blowholes at Shete Boka
- Snorkel into the Blue Room sea cave
- Tour the Curaçao liqueur distillery at Landhuis Chobolobo
Good to know
| Airports | Curaçao Hato International (CUR) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | mid-range |
| Time zone | America/Curacao |
| Kind of trip | island, beach, culture, history, adventure |
Questions about Curaçao
When is the best time to visit Curaçao?
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Curaçao?
Yes. Curaçao is in Curaçao; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Curaçao on the ground?
Curaçao is mid-range by US standards: plan about $90 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.