7 Days in Aruba
The ultimate Aruba itinerary with time for beaches, local favorites, hidden gems, and unforgettable experiences.
Image courtesy of Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
A full week in Aruba allows you to experience the island at its best.
You’ll have time to enjoy the famous beaches, explore Aruba’s rugged landscapes, discover local favorites, and still leave room for a few unforgettable adventures.
Here’s how we’d spend seven perfect days in Aruba.
Best for
Travelers who want the complete Aruba experience
Transportation
Rental car highly recommended
Highlights
Eagle Beach, Arikok, Baby Beach, Mangel Halto, Savaneta, San Nicolas & Palm Beach
Your 7-Day Itinerary
Discover the best of Aruba at a relaxed pace, with time for both the highlights and the island’s hidden corners.
DAY 1
Settle Into Island Life
Arrive, slow down, and enjoy Aruba’s beautiful west coast.
Start your Aruba adventure with breakfast at Coco Café before heading to Eagle Beach.
Spend the afternoon enjoying Aruba’s most famous beaches, Eagle Beach and Palm Beach.
Enjoy sunset cocktails at Bugaloe or Moomba Beach.
Celebrate your first evening on the island with dinner at Wilhelmina, Lima Bistro, or Azar.
DAY 2
Aruba’s Natural Wonders
Visit Arikok National Park, the Natural Bridge, and Ayo Rock Formations.
Stop for a local lunch at Fish House Island Bar, Mauchi, or Murano Art Restaurant.
Relax at Baby Beach, snorkel the shallow turquoise waters, and enjoy Aruba’s southern coastline.
Dinner options include Yemanja, Driftwood, or Ever Restaurant.
DAY 3
Savaneta & Mangel Halto
Start the day snorkeling at Mangel Halto, one of Aruba’s most beautiful hidden spots, known for its crystal-clear water and colorful marine life.
Enjoy a local seafood lunch at Zeerover, a true Aruba favorite right on the water.
Explore Savaneta’s quiet coastline, discover hidden beaches, and experience a slower, more authentic side of the island.
For dinner, head to Flying Fishbone, Barefoot, or Marina Pirata for a memorable waterfront dining experience.
DAY 4
A Day on the Water
Paddle to Aruba’s famous Sea Glass Island, where you’ll search for colorful sea glass, pottery, and other treasures washed ashore over decades.
Explore Aruba’s most beautiful mangrove coastline by kayak before snorkeling vibrant coral reefs filled with tropical fish and marine life.
Relax aboard a catamaran or snorkeling boat and discover some of Aruba’s best offshore reefs, complete with stunning views and Caribbean waters.
DAY 5
Culture & Local Aruba
Start with coffee and breakfast at Kulture Café or Aruba Experience Café before heading south.
Explore the famous San Nicolas murals and street art district.
Lunch at O’Neil Caribbean Kitchen, Kamini’s Kitchen, or another local favorite.
Visit Rodgers Beach and Seroe Colorado, two of Aruba’s most peaceful coastal areas.
Watch the sunset from the southern coast or return to Eagle Beach.
Dinner in Palm Beach or Oranjestad. Great options include Wilhelmina, Lima Bistro, or Ever.
DAY 6
Relax, Explore & Enjoy
Enjoy a slow breakfast at Santos, Les Cappuchinas, or Dushi Delicious.
Spend a few hours at your favorite beach — Eagle Beach, Palm Beach, or Manchebo Beach.
A relaxed beachfront lunch at Passions, Elements or Kokoa.
Explore boutique shops, visit local cafés, or simply relax by the pool.
Cocktails at Reflexions, Rum Reef, or Surfside Beach Bar.
Choose one restaurant you’ve been wanting to try all week — tonight is the perfect excuse.
DAY 7
One Last Perfect Day
Have one last breakfast at your favorite café and enjoy a relaxed beach walk.
Return to your favorite stretch of sand — whether that’s Eagle Beach, Manchebo Beach, Palm Beach, or Mangel Halto.
Enjoy a long waterfront lunch at Bugaloe, with views over Palm Beach and the Caribbean Sea.
End your trip with a sunset sailing tour and watch Aruba’s coastline glow in the evening light.
Finish the day with cocktails or a light late dinner by the water.
Our Recommendations
Seven days gives you enough time to experience Aruba without rushing from one attraction to the next. Mix beach days with exploration, leave room for spontaneity, and don’t be surprised if you start planning your next trip before this one ends.
Planning your first Aruba trip?
Explore our guides on where to stay, the best beaches, and local favorite restaurants.
Where to Stay
From boutique hotels to beautiful places worth booking.
Best Beaches
From calm swimming spots to wide, open beaches.
Where to Eat
From local favorites to beautifully designed restaurants.
7 Days in Aruba
The ultimate Aruba itinerary with time for beaches, local favorites, hidden gems, and unforgettable experiences.
Image courtesy of Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
A full week in Aruba allows you to experience the island at its best.
You’ll have time to enjoy the famous beaches, explore Aruba’s rugged landscapes, discover local favorites, and still leave room for a few unforgettable adventures.
Here’s how we’d spend seven perfect days in Aruba.
Best for
Travelers who want the complete Aruba experience
Transportation
Rental car highly recommended
Highlights
Eagle Beach, Arikok, Baby Beach, Mangel Halto, Savaneta, San Nicolas & Palm Beach
Your 7-Day Itinerary
Discover the best of Aruba at a relaxed pace, with time for both the highlights and the island’s hidden corners.
DAY 1
Settle Into Island Life
Arrive, slow down, and enjoy Aruba’s beautiful west coast.
Start your Aruba adventure with breakfast at Coco Café before heading to Eagle Beach.
Spend the afternoon enjoying Aruba’s most famous beaches, Eagle Beach and Palm Beach.
Enjoy sunset cocktails at Bugaloe or Moomba Beach.
Celebrate your first evening on the island with dinner at Wilhelmina, Lima Bistro, or Azar.
DAY 2
Aruba’s Natural Wonders
Visit Arikok National Park, the Natural Bridge, and Ayo Rock Formations.
Stop for a local lunch at Fish House Island Bar, Mauchi, or Murano Art Restaurant.
Relax at Baby Beach, snorkel the shallow turquoise waters, and enjoy Aruba’s southern coastline.
Dinner options include Yemanja, Driftwood, or Ever Restaurant.
DAY 3
Savaneta & Mangel Halto
Start the day snorkeling at Mangel Halto, one of Aruba’s most beautiful hidden spots, known for its crystal-clear water and colorful marine life.
Enjoy a local seafood lunch at Zeerover, a true Aruba favorite right on the water.
Explore Savaneta’s quiet coastline, discover hidden beaches, and experience a slower, more authentic side of the island.
For dinner, head to Flying Fishbone, Barefoot, or Marina Pirata for a memorable waterfront dining experience.
DAY 4
A Day on the Water
Paddle to Aruba’s famous Sea Glass Island, where you’ll search for colorful sea glass, pottery, and other treasures washed ashore over decades.
Explore Aruba’s most beautiful mangrove coastline by kayak before snorkeling vibrant coral reefs filled with tropical fish and marine life.
Relax aboard a catamaran or snorkeling boat and discover some of Aruba’s best offshore reefs, complete with stunning views and Caribbean waters.
DAY 5
Culture & Local Aruba
Start with coffee and breakfast at Kulture Café or Aruba Experience Café before heading south.
Explore the famous San Nicolas murals and street art district.
Lunch at O’Neil Caribbean Kitchen, Kamini’s Kitchen, or another local favorite.
Visit Rodgers Beach and Seroe Colorado, two of Aruba’s most peaceful coastal areas.
Watch the sunset from the southern coast or return to Eagle Beach.
Dinner in Palm Beach or Oranjestad. Great options include Wilhelmina, Lima Bistro, or Ever.
DAY 6
Relax, Explore & Enjoy
Enjoy a slow breakfast at Santos, Les Cappuchinas, or Dushi Delicious.
Spend a few hours at your favorite beach — Eagle Beach, Palm Beach, or Manchebo Beach.
A relaxed beachfront lunch at Passions, Elements or Kokoa.
Explore boutique shops, visit local cafés, or simply relax by the pool.
Cocktails at Reflexions, Rum Reef, or Surfside Beach Bar.
Choose one restaurant you’ve been wanting to try all week — tonight is the perfect excuse.
DAY 7
One Last Perfect Day
Have one last breakfast at your favorite café and enjoy a relaxed beach walk.
Return to your favorite stretch of sand — whether that’s Eagle Beach, Manchebo Beach, Palm Beach, or Mangel Halto.
Enjoy a long waterfront lunch at Bugaloe, with views over Palm Beach and the Caribbean Sea.
End your trip with a sunset sailing tour and watch Aruba’s coastline glow in the evening light.
Finish the day with cocktails or a light late dinner by the water.
Our Recommendations
Seven days gives you enough time to experience Aruba without rushing from one attraction to the next. Mix beach days with exploration, leave room for spontaneity, and don’t be surprised if you start planning your next trip before this one ends.
Planning your first Aruba trip?
Explore our guides on where to stay, the best beaches, and local favorite restaurants.
Where to Stay
From boutique hotels to beautiful places worth booking.
Best Beaches
From calm swimming spots to wide, open beaches.
Where to Eat
From local favorites to beautifully designed restaurants.
Photography courtesy of Boardwalk Boutique Hotel, Manchebo Beach Resort, Monforte Luxury Cruises and other Aruba hospitality partners.