Explore on your own rating
The colorful UNESCO-listed old town is a short walk from the ship, and beaches are short taxi rides.
Where ships dock
- Mega Pier (Otrobanda side, by Rif Fort)
- Mathey Wharf (near the Mega Pier; some ships)
Getting to town
Walk along the waterfront past Rif Fort into Otrobanda, then cross the Queen Emma pontoon bridge to Punda. That's about 5–12 minutes. When the bridge swings open for ships, a free ferry crosses instead.
Taxis from the port to Mambo Beach (about 9–10 km, 10–15 minutes) are commonly reported at about $20–$40. Confirm the fare first. Currency is the Caribbean guilder; US dollars are widely accepted.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Top sights nearby
- Handelskade waterfront in Punda
- Queen Emma pontoon bridge
- Rif Fort and Otrobanda
- Kura Hulanda Museum
Beaches
- Mambo Beach (beach club; entry fees vary)
- Jan Thiel
- Kenepa (Knip) beaches in the west (far; varies)
Safety & tips
- Allow extra time if the bridge is open; the ferry runs instead.
- Check the beach club entry fee before going.
- It's hot and dry. Carry water.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
From Mambo, plan 15–20 minutes by taxi plus pickup time. Be back 30+ minutes before all-aboard.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.