While
you in Aruba there are few activities and attractions that you
don't want to miss. If you love the tropics you will
love what Aruba offers. Diving, underwater tours,
cruises and guided tours are all on the menu. Below we
have highlighted some of the great things to do while you are
in Aruba in order to help you plan a great vacation.
Attractions & Activities
Chapel
Of Alto Vista -
on the north shore, which was built by Spanish missionary
Domingo Antonio Silvestre and is often referred to as the
Pilgrim's Church.
This restored chapel dates back to 1750.The winding road with
crosses marking the stations of the cross reaches the site high
above the sea; a special place for peace and contemplation.
Natural
Bridge -
the Caribbean's highest and most dramatic coral structure and
the largest of eight on the island, which was carved over the
centuries by the pounding sea and forms an arch measuring over
100 feet long standing 23 feet above sea level.
Arikok
National Park
- a showcase of all that grows on the island as well
as a beautifully restored piece of Aruban architecture
- an old cunucu (or countryside) house as well as a
traditional stone wall - built without using mortar.
Fort
Zoutman and King Willem III Tower
- museum open Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30
to 4:30 p.m. The Governor's offices are very close by too.
Atlantis
Submarine & Seaworld Explorer - Go
down in style.... Here’s one island adventure you
won’t want to miss! A fantastic voyage to the bottom
of the sea aboard a submarine. Explore the Caribbean at
150 feet below the surface, on board the 46-passenger
state-of-the-art Atlantis Submarine. Following a
brisk catamaran ride from downtown Oranjestad to the
dive site, you’ll board the Atlantis submarine for an
unforgettable journey into Aruba’s mysterious
underwater world. Relax in air-conditioned comfort as
you glide past vast outcroppings of coral surrounded by
a rainbow of exotic fish. Plus, depending on which of
the two Atlantis dive sites you visit, you’ll see
either the sunken Danish sailing vessel, “Mi Dushi
I” and the newly sunken coaster “Morgenster”, or
an airplane wreck. The Atlantis submarine and catamaran
ride, add up to two solid hours of extraordinary
entertainment. All this excitement and more,
without even getting you hair wet.
To reserve your seat on “Aruba’s Most Outstanding
Tourist Attraction!” call: 836090 The Seaworld
Explorer is a cruising, underwater observatory and
guided marine tour. A short, narrated coastal cruise on
a luxury-powered catamaran, takes you from the Holiday
Inn Pier to the Seaworld Explorer. Your captain and
guide will than escort you on the undersea adventure of
a lifetime. On your narrated tour of Aruba’s undersea
world you will enjoy a spectacular view of the “Arashi
Reef” and the largest wreck in the Caribbean, “the
Antilla”, a 400-foot German freighter destroyed during
World War II.
For reservations please call 862416
ABC
Jeep Safari - There’s no better way to
explore Aruba and get the most for your money than with
ABC Jeep Safari. Your day-long adventure starts with
pick-up service and a warm welcome from your friendly
guides. Then four of you hop into your open jeep for the
most fun you’ve ever had while driving. Get up close
to Aruba’s most popular sites like the Natural Bridge,
Natural Pool, Shark’s Mouth, Alto Vista Chapel and
California Lighthouse and many more... Swim and
snorkel with free gear at both beautiful Baby Beach and
the famous Natural Pool. And enjoy more great extras you
won’t find anywhere else - a hot lunch and unlimited
soft drinks - while non-stop jokes keep you in stitches.
Private, automatic, and full-top jeeps available on
request. ABC operates 7 days a week, please call 825600
for information and reservations.
Hot
Tickets - A Fabulous Night on the
Town! For a fabulous night on the town visit
the hottest show on the Island - Jean Ann Ryan’s
Production of "Hot Tickets". A song and dance
extravaganza, with its international cast of singers and
dancers. Hot Tickets pays tribute to such showstopping
theatrical moments as ...the artistry and grace of
"Cirque de Fantasy". An Aerial Ballet of
strength, balance and unbelievable flexibility...King of
Apollo brings down the house with his electric rendition
of "I Feel Good" and "Shout"...Riverdance,
the high velocity thunder of synchronized tap dancing
feet...A musical tribute to Broadway featuring
"Chicago" and "Titanic". Hot Tickets
also features "Jerome", a gorgeous White
Siberian Tiger born in July ‘98, and his big brother
"Adonis". The two tigers are among the last
thirty five Siberian Tigers left on this earth. When not
performing in the show, the two tigers can be admired in
their new habitat at Seaport Marketplace. The fast
action, high energy "Hot Tickets" show can be
seen Monday through Saturday at the Stardust Theatre at
the Sonesta Hotel. Show time: 9 p.m. Family and
Dinner/Show packages are available. For information
please call 831690.
While
you in Aruba there are few activities and attractions that you
don't want to miss. If you love the tropics you will
love what Aruba offers. Diving, underwater tours,
cruises and guided tours are all on the menu. Below we
have highlighted some of the great things to do while you are
in Aruba in order to help you plan a great vacation.