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Saturday 22 March 2025

A guide for the perfect picture

Where to find the most Instagrammable places in Oranjestad

(Oranjestad)—Imagine, you’re spots along the way! snapshot for Instagram. Just pass
taking a stroll in the city center, and through the Renaissance Mall and
you want to take the most picture- The sitting bull find this gem in front of the back
perfect photo to show your friends Yes, you read that right; right in the entrance!
and family back home and online. heart of the city center, in front of
It seems like the perfect spot can the Crystal Casino in the Renais- Since you’ve made it this far, one
be hard to find, but Oranjestad is sance Mall, there is a black bull question: How many blue horses
full of great spots for a quick snap- sitting on a bench, waiting for you have you spotted already?
shot! Here are the most Instagram- to take a picture with it. Ok, so it’s
mable places in Oranjestad. not a real bull, but “I took a pic- Renaissance Dock
ture with a sitting bull” sounds like a Last but certainly not least, the
“I LOVE ARUBA” great conversation opener. Renaissance Dock is the perfect
Right on Paardenbaai Plaza, near spot to take a beautiful picture,
the harbor entrance, you will spot See if you can also spot the cow on especially at sunset. The dock is
a giant sign that reads “I LOVE the roof! located behind the Renaissance
ARUBA”. A great first stop for a Market Place, and runs from the
quick shot with the family, this spot “Aruba” (because there can nev- Wooden Swing on Plaza Renaissance Marina up to Renais-
is among the few that has become er be too many), there is another Daniel Leo sance Beach and Wilhelmina Park.
a favorite among tourists, espe- sign you can find along the Linear While you’re in front of the Renais- This spot offers a gorgeous view of
cially those that are visiting Aruba Park, in front of Talk of the Town sance Mall, check out the wooden the ocean and sunset, accompa-
through a cruise vacation. Hotel. It may be a long walk from swing on the other side of the mall nied by the soft waves crashing on
the harbor to get there, but while on Plaza Daniel Leo. Another favor- the shoreline. You may even spot
Speaking of giant signs that read you’re at it, check out these other ite among visitors wanting a cute some iguanas!q

Feeling parched? Grab refreshment by the side of the road!

(Oranjestad)—Touring the island in the blistering heat can leave one feeling rather thirsty
and looking to cool off. Luckily there are a few stands along the roads of Aruba that can
offer you just what you need: a nice, refreshing beverage!

These “coconut stands” can be found at several locations on the island, where you can
cool off with delicious smoothies, drinks, snacks, and of course, fresh coconuts! Perfect
during family outings around the island, these stands can be found in the following locations:
- Near the red Anchor in San Nicolas
- On the Linear Park in Oranjestad (in front of airport runway)
- At the California Light House hill
- Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruin
- Bushiribana Beach (Near the Ling & Song Supermarket)