Best Attractions near the Cruise Port in Aruba

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Caya G.F. Betico Croes

Type: Architecture, Attractions, City, Cultural Venues, Family Friendly, Free Attractions, Historic Sites, Hop On/Hop Off, Local Picks, Public Transportation, Relaxing, Sightseeing, Tours and Excursions

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Aruba's main shopping street, Caya G.F. Betico Croes (named after ex-member of parliament Croes, who was responsible for setting Aruba's independence from the Dutch Antilles, back in 1986) is a half-mile long smorgasbord of international and local shops, snack bars, art galleries and department stores. Good buys include European fashion, quality electronics, French perfume, Swiss watches and local artisan gifts and delicacies. Aruba has no sales tax, and the duty is low, so plan to buy your souvenirs here. The Caya G.F. Betico Croes and surroundings just underwent a major renovation, including the solar-powered tramcars (transporting visitors from the cruise-ship terminal to several points downtown), the revamped Parliament House, new art sculptures and commemorative statues.

Address:

Caya G.F. Betico Croes z/n
Oranjestad,

EXPERT TIPS BY: Liliana Erasmus
Aruba Local Expert

Attractions near Cruise Port: "Hop on and off the tramcar as many times as you like, it's a free ride!"

Best for Attractions near Cruise Port Because: Caya G.F. Betico Croes is Aruba's main street and pride, with a complete facelift and exciting new features like a tramcar.