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Aruba Mural Tours: San Nicolas's Open-Air Art Gallery

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Explore San Nicolas's vibrant murals, a Caribbean art gem reborn through colorful street art and cultural revitalization.

Discover the vibrant street art scene of San Nicolas, Aruba, through guided walking tours. Explore colorful murals by international artists, learn about the town's cultural transformation, and experience the heart of Aruba's artistic revival.

A brief summary to Aruba Mural Tours

  • 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
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  • Wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour of the murals.
  • Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the hottest part of the day.
  • Check the schedule for the Aruba Art Fair to catch live painting sessions.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to nearby Baby Beach for a relaxing beach experience.

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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Oranjestad, Arubus N.V. operates a bus to San Nicolas every 30 minutes. The bus departs from Caya G.F. Betico Croes - Pasteurstraat and arrives in San Nicolas, with a journey time of approximately 19 minutes. The cost is $3 USD.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available from Oranjestad to San Nicolas. The ride is approximately 20-30 minutes. The fare is around $29-$46 USD.

  • Walking

    Aruba Mural Tours is located at Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 6, San Nicolas. From the San Nicolas bus terminal, walk west on B. van der Veen Zeppenfeldstraat. The ArtisA Gallery will be on the left.

  • Parking

    Street parking is available in San Nicolas, but be mindful of parking signs to avoid fines. Recommended parking lots include the Arubus parking lot, the Refineria di Aruba (RDA) office area, near the San Nicolas Police Station, Santa Theresita Center Square, and the San Nicolas National Library.

Discover more about Aruba Mural Tours

Aruba Mural Tours offers an immersive exploration of San Nicolas, a town transformed into a dynamic art district. Once the economic heart of Aruba due to its oil refinery, San Nicolas faced decline but has been reborn through vibrant street art. Curator Tito Bolivar, inspired by Colombia's street art, initiated the Aruba Art Fair in 2016, turning the town into a canvas for artists from around the globe.Today, San Nicolas features over 40 stunning murals that narrate stories of culture, identity, and transformation. As you stroll through the streets, a guide shares the stories behind the artworks and introduces the visionaries who reshaped San Nicolas. The tours begin at ArtisA Gallery, providing an overview of San Nicolas's transformation into the Caribbean's premier Art District.Beyond the murals, San Nicolas offers a glimpse into Aruba's history and culture. Visit the Community Museum, housed in the historic Nicolaas Store, to see artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the town's people. Explore the Museum of Industry in the Water Tower to learn about Aruba's industrial past. San Nicolas is also known as 'Sunrise City'.

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