Noord 3-Day Itinerary

Ruins of a 19th-century gold processing mill set against a rocky coastline. The structure is open to walk through and climb around. Best visited early morning or late afternoon for light and less heat

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Park by the nearby food truck for shade. No railings or safety barriers—watch your footing on loose stones.

Remains of a 19th-century gold smelting station set on a rocky hillside overlooking the coast. You can walk inside the stone walls and imagine the mining era. It's a short, steep climb with good views

🕐 Always open (no gates)

💡 Combine this with a drive to the Natural Bridge nearby – both are free and take about 30 minutes total. No shade, so wear a hat and bring water.

The Dutch Pancakehouse · ££

Café the Plaza · ££

Collapsed limestone sea arch on the north coast—what remains is a dramatic stack of coral rock shaped by waves. The site is unstaffed and free to approach. You can see remnants of the larger bridge ne

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Visit at low tide to avoid spray. Don't walk under the arch—rock falls are real. No shade: bring hat and sunblock.

Small yellow Roman Catholic chapel on a hill, built in 1952 on the site of the island's original church. Sits in open countryside with sea views. Free to enter; mass held occasionally. Peaceful stop w

🕐 Open daily, daylight hours

💡 Donate a coin or two in the box for candle lighting—optional but appreciated. Nearby food truck sells fresh juice. Road is unpaved but fine for hire cars.

A freestanding lighthouse built in 1916 on the northern tip of the island, named after a shipwrecked steamer. You can't go inside, but the area around it is open and offers panoramic views of the coas

🕐 Always open (exterior)

💡 Go at sunset for fewer crowds and golden light. There's a casual restaurant next door (Faros) where you can grab a cheap drink without sitting down – it's the budget way to enjoy the view.

Main access point for the 34 km² national park. The visitor centre has displays on local geology and wildlife, with a shaded patio. Entry fee is minimal (around 11 USD for non-residents). Good base fo

🕐 08:00–16:00 daily

💡 Bring cash for entrance—cards don't always work. Water refill station free inside; buy a map at the desk for $1.

Sweet Peppers Restaurant and Bar

Scabeche Restaurant & Bar

A private island park with beach access, a water playground, and snorkelling. Not free, but one of the cheapest paid attractions at about $45 per adult includin

💡 Book online at least three days before to get the basic 'day pass' with no add-ons. Bring your own reef-safe sunscreen – it's expensive on the island.

A sprawling protected area covering nearly 20% of Aruba, with desert landscapes, limestone cliffs, and natural pools. The visitor centre has exhibits on local w

💡 Go early morning (7–8am) to see wildlife like burrowing owls and goats before the heat sets in. Bring sturdy shoes for the hiking trails.

Papiamento Restaurant

Casa Tua Pizzeria