Aruba Hacks
Restaurants
Mixture of fine dining and local restaurants favorites we've collected over the past 15 years traveling to Aruba!
Flying Fishbone
344 SavanetaGreat dining experience on the beach!
This is the most romantic setting that Savaneta has to offer. They provide a fixed menu that is spectacular and the sunsets are ones for the memory book.
6 locals recommend
Old Man and the Sea
This is the most romantic setting that Savaneta has to offer. They provide a fixed menu that is spectacular and the sunsets are ones for the memory book.
This is a local favorite to come and relax, have a cold beer and fresh fish. Make sure to come early, as is becomes crowded quickly. You can watch the fisherman bringing in their catch early in the day and watch as they prepare it in their open kitchen.
265 locals recommend
Zeerovers
270 SavanetaThis is a local favorite to come and relax, have a cold beer and fresh fish. Make sure to come early, as is becomes crowded quickly. You can watch the fisherman bringing in their catch early in the day and watch as they prepare it in their open kitchen.
Great place to grab a burger and listen to some local musicians.
Special menu items on Friday and Saturday, check their social media for more information.
11 locals recommend
Alfie's In Aruba
10 DominicanessenstraatGreat place to grab a burger and listen to some local musicians.
Special menu items on Friday and Saturday, check their social media for more information.
You can enjoy great food and drinks while watching the local fishing charters bring in their catches of the day. If you are feeling adventurous, try the scorpion shot!
7 locals recommend
Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant
82 L.G. Smith BoulevardYou can enjoy great food and drinks while watching the local fishing charters bring in their catches of the day. If you are feeling adventurous, try the scorpion shot!
Local vibe restaurant with wonderful sunset views. Tables are on an outside patio that sits over the water. If you are prone to insect bites, I recommend bringing a repellent with you to use if necessary.
40 locals recommend
Marina Pirata
Spaans LagoenwegLocal vibe restaurant with wonderful sunset views. Tables are on an outside patio that sits over the water. If you are prone to insect bites, I recommend bringing a repellent with you to use if necessary.
Enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean in this local favorite restaurant. They offer Jerk Chicken, Oxtail soup and some other wonderful local favorite dishes.
21 locals recommend
O'Niel Caribbean Kitchen
15 Bernard van de Veen ZeppenfeldstraatEnjoy the flavors of the Caribbean in this local favorite restaurant. They offer Jerk Chicken, Oxtail soup and some other wonderful local favorite dishes.
Food scene
Great fish and chips..oh, try the Flammkuchen (a German style flatbread)!
50 locals recommend
Café 080
Great fish and chips..oh, try the Flammkuchen (a German style flatbread)!
This place has something for everyone, even that really picky eater!! Choose from 7 different food trucks. There are even cigars, wine and mixed drinks offered inside the yard. Come ready to have an experience.
9 locals recommend
Bochincha Container Yard
RockefellerstraatThis place has something for everyone, even that really picky eater!! Choose from 7 different food trucks. There are even cigars, wine and mixed drinks offered inside the yard. Come ready to have an experience.
Neighborhoods
Downtown San Nicolas has transformed itself into the Street Art Capital of the Caribbean. Tito Bolivar is a local guide to the area and can tell you all the stories behind them all.
73 locals recommend
San Nicolas
Downtown San Nicolas has transformed itself into the Street Art Capital of the Caribbean. Tito Bolivar is a local guide to the area and can tell you all the stories behind them all.
Shopping
Cosecha in San Nicolas
20 Bernard van de Veen ZeppenfeldstraatLocal artist ware for sale all in one place.
Visit the Renaissance Mall to find familiar high end name brand stores.
81 locals recommend
Renaissance Mall
82 Lloyd G. Smith BlvdVisit the Renaissance Mall to find familiar high end name brand stores.
Sightseeing & Beaches
See how your favorite Aruba Aloe products are made and where they come from.
42 locals recommend
Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store
115 PitastraatSee how your favorite Aruba Aloe products are made and where they come from.
This is a must visit beach for reef snorkeling, relaxing and watching the locals.
168 locals recommend
Mangel Halto
This is a must visit beach for reef snorkeling, relaxing and watching the locals.
This is the most relaxing stretch of beach on the southern side of Aruba. The water is calm and shallow. The lagoon is wonderful for families with small children and snorkelers will love all of the beautiful fish and the occasional visiting turtle. There is a pay for restroom available by Big Mama's Grill.
267 locals recommend
Baby Beach
This is the most relaxing stretch of beach on the southern side of Aruba. The water is calm and shallow. The lagoon is wonderful for families with small children and snorkelers will love all of the beautiful fish and the occasional visiting turtle. There is a pay for restroom available by Big Mama's Grill.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Sunscreen is a must
Plan for Aruba's sun! Aruba's weather is generally mid 80's and sunny. With the trade winds consistently blowing, you are always getting more UVA's than you feel that you are getting.