Aruba Mural Tours: Discover San Nicolas's Vibrant Street Art
Explore San Nicolas's vibrant street art scene: guided tours, cultural stories, and artistic transformation in Aruba's art district.
Aruba Mural Tours offers a captivating exploration of San Nicolas, a city reborn as the Caribbean's street art hub. Once a quiet industrial town, San Nicolas has transformed into a vibrant art district thanks to the vision of local artists and the Aruba Art Fair. These tours guide visitors through streets adorned with stunning murals created by both local and international artists. Each mural tells a unique story, reflecting Aruba's rich heritage, cultural influences, and the community's journey. The tours, often led by the curators of the murals themselves, provide an insider's perspective on the artistic process and the revitalization of San Nicolas. Beyond the murals, explore local art galleries like ArtisA and Space21.art, showcasing contemporary Aruban art. These tours offer a blend of outdoor exploration and indoor appreciation, providing a comprehensive experience of Aruba's diverse art scene. San Nicolas itself offers a unique charm with its mix of old and new, and its strong connection to the island's history.
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking, as the tour involves exploring the streets of San Nicolas.
- Visit in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
- Bring your camera to capture the colorful and Instagram-worthy murals.
- Check the Aruba Art Fair schedule for live painting sessions and special events.
A brief summary to Aruba Mural Tours
- Bernhard, Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 6, San Nicolas, AW
- +2975934475
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
Getting There
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Walking
Aruba Mural Tours starts at the ArtisA Gallery on Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 6 in San Nicolas. From the San Nicolas main bus terminal, walk west on Zeppenfeldstraat. The gallery will be on your right. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. There are no costs associated with this final approach.
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Public Transport
From Oranjestad, take the Arubus bus line L1 to San Nicolas. The bus departs from the central bus station on Caya G.F. Betico Croes every 30 minutes. Once in San Nicolas, get off at the main bus terminal and walk west on Zeppenfeldstraat to ArtisA Gallery. The gallery will be on your right. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. The bus fare is approximately $3 USD per person each way.
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Taxi
From the high-rise hotel area in Palm Beach, a taxi to ArtisA Gallery in San Nicolas will take approximately 30-40 minutes. Taxi fares are fixed and should be confirmed in advance. The estimated fare is around $46 USD. Taxis are readily available at most hotels.
