University of Aruba, Oranjestad

Name: University of Aruba
Address: Oranjestad, Aruba

#15 among attractions in Oranjestad

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The University of Aruba is a university located in downtown Oranjestad, Aruba. Established in 1988, it provides undergraduate and postgraduate education in four faculties: Law; Accounting, Finance and Marketing; Hospitality and Tourism Management Studies; and Arts and Science. ()

Local name: Universiteit van Aruba Established: 1988 (36 years ago)Coordinates: 12°31'24"N, 70°2'3"W

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University of Aruba – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Numismatic Museum of Aruba, National Archaeological Museum Aruba, Fort Zoutman, Paardenbaai.

0.4 miSW
Museum
Numismatic Museum of Aruba, Oranjestad
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Oranjestad, Aruba's vibrant capital, the Numismatic Museum of Aruba offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of the island's monetary history. This specialized museum is a treasure trove for coin enthusiasts and history buffs alike...
~1650 ftSW
Museum, Archaeological museum
National Archaeological Museum Aruba, Oranjestad
8 min walk • The National Archaeological Museum Aruba is a cultural gem nestled in the heart of Oranjestad, the vibrant capital city of Aruba. This museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the island's rich historical tapestry, stretching from its earliest indigenous peoples to the...
0.4 miS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Fort Zoutman, Oranjestad
11 min walk • Fort Zoutman is a military fortification at Oranjestad, Aruba. Originally built in 1798 by African slaves, with materials provided by the Amerindians, who performed Statute Labour or corvée for the Dutch West India Company, it is the oldest structure on the island of Aruba, and...
0.6 miSW
Harbor
Paardenbaai, Oranjestad
17 min walk • Paardenbaai or Port of Oranjestad is the main seaport for passengers in Aruba. It is located in Oranjestad and has existed since 1796.
0.4 miS
Museum, History museum
Historical Museum of Aruba, Oranjestad
11 min walk • The Historical Museum of Aruba is a historical museum in the city of Oranjestad in Aruba. It explains the history of the island and its inhabitants, in rural and urban areas.
~1640 ftSW
Museum
Protestant Church, Oranjestad
8 min walk • The Protestant Church is a church of the Dutch Reformed and Lutheran community in Oranjestad, Aruba. The church is not an official member of any international church organisation. The old church dates from 1846. In 1950, a new church was constructed next to the old church.
0.8 miS
Jewish synagogue open to visitors
Beth Israel Synagogue, Oranjestad
20 min walk • Beth Israel Synagogue is the synagogue of the Aruban Jewish community, located in Oranjestad, Aruba. Beth Israel Synagogue is an independent congregation with a liberal style similar to Reform Judaism or Conservative Judaism.
1.2 miN
Museum
Aloe Museum, Oranjestad
32 min walk • The Aloe Museum is a museum in Aruba. A tour of the museum and factory provides insight into the Aruba aloe production process, along with the 160-year history of aloe cultivation in Aruba. The factory holds complimentary tour guides in languages ranging from English, Dutch, Spanish and Papiamento every 15 minutes.
0.4 miSW
12°31'8"N • 70°2'20"W
Atlantis Submarines Aruba, Oranjestad
12 min walk • Tours, Outdoor activities, Water park
0.6 miSE
Library
National Library of Aruba, Oranjestad
17 min walk • The National Library of Aruba is the main library of Aruba. It is located in Oranjestad and holds more than 100,000 volumes. BNA serves as both the national and the public library of Aruba.
1 miSE
Football, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Trinidad Stadium, Oranjestad
26 min walk • Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Oranjestad, Aruba. It is Aruba's National Stadium, named after Guillermo Trinidad, a politician from the same neighbourhood.

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Which popular attractions are close to University of Aruba?

Nearby attractions include Protestant Church, Oranjestad (8 min walk), National Archaeological Museum Aruba, Oranjestad (8 min walk), Fort Zoutman, Oranjestad (11 min walk), Historical Museum of Aruba, Oranjestad (11 min walk).

How to get to University of Aruba by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Aruba:

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Arubus Station (12 min walk)
Arubus (12 min walk)