About Willemstad
Willemstad is the capital of Curaçao and a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its iconic handelskade — a stunning row of pastel-colored Dutch colonial buildings lining the harbor. The city is divided by Sint Anna Bay into Punda and Otrobanda, connected by the floating Queen Emma Bridge.
Key Attractions
Handelskade waterfront
Queen Emma Pontoon Bridge
Punda historic district
Kura Hulanda Museum
Fort Amsterdam
Pietermaai District
Travel Tips
Cross the Queen Emma Bridge for free — it swings open for ships. Visit the floating market for fresh produce from Venezuela. Try the local Blue Curaçao liqueur. The best photos of Handelskade are taken from the Otrobanda side in the morning.
Quick Facts
Best Time
December to April
Currency
Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG)
Language
Dutch / Papiamento / English
Timezone
AST (UTC-4)
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