3-Day Aruba Itinerary

Day 1: Palm Beach Paradise — Aruba

Daily cost: $140

9:00 AM — Eagle Beach Relaxation

Pristine white sand beach with iconic divi-divi trees and calm turquoise waters.

Category: Beach · Cost: $0

Tip: Arrive early to secure a spot under the famous divi-divi trees for shade.

1:30 PM — Butterfly Farm Visit

Tropical gardens with hundreds of exotic butterflies from around the world.

Category: Nature · Cost: $18

Tip: Visit during feeding time at 2:30 PM for the most active butterflies.

5:00 PM — Alto Vista Chapel Sunset

Historic chapel with panoramic island views and romantic sunset vistas.

Category: Scenic · Cost: $0

Tip: The chapel closes at 6 PM but the grounds remain open for sunset viewing.

7:30 PM — Palm Beach Dinner Walk

Romantic beachfront promenade with resort restaurants and ocean breeze.

Category: Evening Stroll · Cost: $0

Tip: The beach bars offer happy hour until 8 PM with two-for-one cocktails.

breakfast: Linda's Dutch Pancakes

Palm Beach · Cozy authentic Dutch breakfast spot

Must order: Poffertjes, Fresh fruit pancakes

Cost: $12/person

lunch: Screaming Eagle

Eagle Beach · Upscale beachfront fine dining restaurant

Must order: Lobster thermidor, Catch of the day

Cost: $35/person

dinner: Passions on the Beach

Eagle Beach · Romantic beachfront dining under stars

Must order: Seafood paella, Tiramisu

Cost: $42/person

Stay: Manchebo Beach Resort

Eagle Beach · $85-$110/night

Day 2: Natural Wonders — Aruba

Daily cost: $145

8:30 AM — Natural Pool & Arikok Safari

Off-road adventure to secluded natural pool and rugged Arikok National Park.

Category: Adventure · Cost: $65

Tip: Bring reef-safe sunscreen as regular sunscreen is prohibited in the natural pool.

2:00 PM — Baby Beach Snorkeling

Shallow lagoon with calm waters perfect for snorkeling and spotting tropical fish.

Category: Beach · Cost: $0

Tip: The best snorkeling is at the rock formations on the eastern side of the beach.

6:00 PM — San Nicolas Street Art Tour

Colorful murals and local art scene in Aruba's cultural capital.

Category: Culture · Cost: $0

Tip: Visit Charlie's Bar afterward, a legendary local hangout covered in memorabilia.

8:00 PM — Savaneta Fishing Village

Authentic fishing village with local restaurants and sunset pier views.

Category: Local Experience · Cost: $0

Tip: The fishermen return around 7:30 PM with fresh catch you can buy directly.

breakfast: Delfins Beach Resort Restaurant

Eagle Beach · Oceanfront breakfast with fresh breeze

Must order: Eggs Benedict, Fresh papaya

Cost: $18/person

lunch: Rum Reef Bar & Grill

Baby Beach · Casual beachside grill with cocktails

Must order: Fish sandwich, Aruba Ariba cocktail

Cost: $22/person

dinner: Flying Fishbone

Savaneta · Tables in sand romantic oceanfront

Must order: Lobster tail, Chocolate lava cake

Cost: $48/person

Day 3: Golden Farewell — Aruba

Daily cost: $135

9:00 AM — California Lighthouse & Arashi Beach

Historic lighthouse with panoramic views and secluded Arashi Beach below.

Category: Scenic · Cost: $0

Tip: Climb to the lighthouse top early morning for the clearest island views.

12:30 PM — Malmok Beach Relaxation

Quiet beach with excellent snorkeling and minimal crowds for peaceful afternoon.

Category: Beach · Cost: $0

Tip: The shipwreck Antilla is visible from shore and perfect for snorkeling exploration.

4:30 PM — Oranjestad Shopping & Architecture

Colorful Dutch colonial architecture and duty-free shopping in the capital.

Category: Culture · Cost: $25

Tip: Visit Renaissance Marketplace for the best local artisan crafts and Aloe products.

7:00 PM — Renaissance Island Flamingo Beach

Private island with pink flamingos on pristine white sand beach.

Category: Unique Experience · Cost: $15

Tip: The flamingos are most active and photogenic during golden hour before sunset.

breakfast: Eduardo's Beach Shack

Arashi Beach · Laid back beach shack local

Must order: Arepa con queso, Fresh coconut water

Cost: $14/person

lunch: Barefoot Restaurant

Malmok Beach · Beachfront casual dining with shade

Must order: Mahi mahi, Keshi yena

Cost: $28/person

dinner: L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House

Oranjestad · Upscale waterfront steakhouse romantic finale

Must order: Caribbean lobster, Key lime pie

Cost: $52/person

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Trip Overview

Hotel

Day 1

Aruba

$140

Est. daily spend

Palm Beach Paradise · 32°C, sunny, trade winds

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Rent a car for easy beach hopping and exploringRent a car →

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Need a ride from the airport?

Book transfer →

breakfast· Palm Beach

Linda's Dutch Pancakes

Cozy authentic Dutch breakfast spot

PoffertjesFresh fruit pancakes

No reservations needed

~$12

/person

Pristine white sand beach with iconic divi-divi trees and calm turquoise waters.
🧭Arrive early to secure a spot under the famous divi-divi trees for shade.
Free beach access
→Drive via Via J.E. Irausquin Boulevard8 min
Tropical gardens with hundreds of exotic butterflies from around the world.
🧭Visit during feeding time at 2:30 PM for the most active butterflies.
Book tickets
→Drive via To Alto Vista via Tanki Flip15 min
lunch· Eagle Beach
Screaming Eagle
Upscale beachfront fine dining restaurant
Lobster thermidorCatch of the day
Reservations recommended
~$35
/person
Historic chapel with panoramic island views and romantic sunset vistas.
🧭The chapel closes at 6 PM but the grounds remain open for sunset viewing.
Romantic beachfront promenade with resort restaurants and ocean breeze.
🧭The beach bars offer happy hour until 8 PM with two-for-one cocktails.
dinner· Eagle Beach
Passions on the Beach
Romantic beachfront dining under stars
Seafood paellaTiramisu
Request oceanfront table
~$42
/person

While you're here

Delphi Watersports

3 min walk$25

Rent snorkel gear and paddleboards right on Eagle Beach.

Your stay

3 nights

Manchebo Beach Resort

Eagle Beach · EUR85–110/night

Adults-only beachfront resort with spa and yoga on pristine Eagle Beach.

Hotels →Vacation rentals →

Next up

Day 2 → Natural Pool adventure + Baby Beach snorkeling→

Day 2

Aruba

$145

Est. daily spend

Natural Wonders · 33°C, sunny, perfect for swimming

breakfast· Eagle Beach

Delfins Beach Resort Restaurant

Oceanfront breakfast with fresh breeze

Eggs BenedictFresh papaya

Open-air seating available

~$18

/person

Off-road adventure to secluded natural pool and rugged Arikok National Park.
🧭Bring reef-safe sunscreen as regular sunscreen is prohibited in the natural pool.
Book tickets
4WD tour with guide
→Drive via Via Route 7 to San Nicolas25 min
Shallow lagoon with calm waters perfect for snorkeling and spotting tropical fish.
🧭The best snorkeling is at the rock formations on the eastern side of the beach.
Free beach, snorkel gear extra
→Drive via North via Seroe Colorado20 min
lunch· Baby Beach
Rum Reef Bar & Grill
Casual beachside grill with cocktails
Fish sandwichAruba Ariba cocktail
No reservations needed
~$22
/person
Colorful murals and local art scene in Aruba's cultural capital.
🧭Visit Charlie's Bar afterward, a legendary local hangout covered in memorabilia.
→Drive via To Savaneta via Main Street15 min
Authentic fishing village with local restaurants and sunset pier views.
🧭The fishermen return around 7:30 PM with fresh catch you can buy directly.
dinner· Savaneta
Flying Fishbone
Tables in sand romantic oceanfront
Lobster tailChocolate lava cake
Reserve sunset table in advance
~$48
/person

While you're here

Conchi Bar

2 min walk$8

Beach bar at Natural Pool serving cold Balashi beer after your swim.

Next up

Day 3 → California Lighthouse + farewell dinner→

Day 3

Aruba

$135

Est. daily spend

Golden Farewell · 31°C, partly cloudy, perfect for exploring

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Renaissance Island requires day pass booking, limited daily capacityBook hotel →

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Book your ride to the airport

Book transfer →

breakfast· Arashi Beach

Eduardo's Beach Shack

Laid back beach shack local

Arepa con quesoFresh coconut water

Cash only, arrives by 10 AM

~$14

/person

Historic lighthouse with panoramic views and secluded Arashi Beach below.
🧭Climb to the lighthouse top early morning for the clearest island views.
Free attraction
→Drive via South via Malmok Beach12 min
Quiet beach with excellent snorkeling and minimal crowds for peaceful afternoon.
🧭The shipwreck Antilla is visible from shore and perfect for snorkeling exploration.
→Drive via Via Sasaki Highway to Oranjestad18 min
lunch· Malmok Beach
Barefoot Restaurant
Beachfront casual dining with shade
Mahi mahiKeshi yena
Shaded tables fill up quickly
~$28
/person
Colorful Dutch colonial architecture and duty-free shopping in the capital.
🧭Visit Renaissance Marketplace for the best local artisan crafts and Aloe products.
Souvenirs and local crafts
→Drive via To waterfront via Wilhelminastraat5 min
Private island with pink flamingos on pristine white sand beach.
🧭The flamingos are most active and photogenic during golden hour before sunset.
Book tickets
Day pass for non-guests
dinner· Oranjestad
L.G. Smith's Steak & Chop House
Upscale waterfront steakhouse romantic finale
Caribbean lobsterKey lime pie
Request harbor view table
~$52
/person

While you're here

Renaissance Spa

1 min walk$85

Couples massage with ocean views to end your romantic getaway perfectly.

$420

$240 – $450 range

~$140/day · mid-range

Budget pace93% of max

Accommodation$180

Food$120

Activities$80

Transport$40

Day 1 Aruba$140

Day 2 Aruba$145

Day 3 Aruba$135

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