Cruises to Oranjestad, Aruba

Hooiberg, Aruba's second highest mountain, seen from the Casibari Rock Formations. Hooiberg is a 165 m high volcanic formation on the island of Aruba.

Sparkling Beaches. Dutch Architecture.

Incredibly white sands and cobalt blue seas make the small island of Aruba a popular destination. In the bustling freeport town of Oranjestad, sherbet-colored Dutch colonial buildings, draped in bougainvillea, oleander and hibiscus are simply picturesque. Small, but informative museums relate the island's history.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Oranjestad

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

See all shades of blue.

Typical dutch design architecture . Center square in Oranjestad Aruba Caribbean windward islands lesser antillies west indies.

Pastel coloured buildings.

Underwater coral with two starfish and water surface in background, Caribbean sea

Spot colourful starfish in Aruba.

Do a little shopping after your day at the beach.

Scuba Diver, Tropical Fish and Coral Reef

Explore sealife and one of the largest wrecks in the Caribbean in Wreck of Antilla Certified SCUBA.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Young woman tourist walking in front of City Hall building in Oranjestad Aruba

Famous For

Oranjestad is home to many governmental buildings, plus Fort Zoutman & Historical Museum, the island's oldest building.

Homemade Dutch Poffertjes Mini Pancakes with butter , Powdered Sugar and blueberries

Exquisite Flavors

Dutch baby pancakes offer a sweet and generously-portioned treat that combine the Dutch history and island flare into one stunning dish.

The national flag of Aruba on the athlete's back

Fun Facts

Today, Aruba has 80 separate nationalities due to its storied past; you can still see the influence of each one.

Port Name & Location

Aruba Ports Authority
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Dutch. Say "thank you" in Dutch. "dankjewel"

Time Zone

AST (Atlantic Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -4 hours

Currency & Shopping

Aruban Florin (AWG)
Perfumes, liquor and souvenirs. View our Port Shopping Guide

Featured Oranjestad Itineraries

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Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

Cruise Tips: What to Expect on Embarkation Day

If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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