Queen Juliana Bridge, Willemstad

Name: Queen Juliana Bridge
Address: President Rómulo Betancourt blvd, Willemstad, Curaçao

#9 among attractions in Willemstad

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Koningin Julianabrug is a four lane road bridge across St. Anna Bay in Willemstad, the capital of Caribbean island country Curaçao, which is part of The Kingdom of The Netherlands. The bridge is named after Juliana of the Netherlands. While under construction the eastern part of the bridge collapsed in 1967 killing fifteen workers, and got replaced. The current bridge opened on Queen's Day, 30 April 1974. ()

Local name: Koningin Julianabrug Opened: 1974 (50 years ago)Length: 1640 ftCoordinates: 12°6'41"N, 68°55'55"W

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President Rómulo Betancourt blvdWillemstad Curaçao

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Day trips

Queen Juliana Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum Kura Hulanda, Curaçao Museum, Queen Emma Bridge, Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue.

~1660 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Museum Kura Hulanda, Willemstad
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Willemstad, Curaçao, the Museum Kura Hulanda stands as a poignant testament to the cultural history and anthropology of the region. This unique museum, situated on the site of a former slave yard and merchant's home, offers a profound insight...
1 miW
Museum, History museum
Curaçao Museum, Willemstad
27 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of Willemstad, Curaçao, the Curaçao Museum stands as a bastion of culture and history on this colorful Caribbean island. This historical museum, housed in a charming colonial-style building, offers visitors a deep dive into the island's...
0.4 miSW
Floating landmark open to pedestrians
Queen Emma Bridge, Willemstad
12 min walk • The Queen Emma Bridge, affectionately known as the "Swinging Old Lady," is a floating pontoon bridge that serves as a vibrant artery connecting the two halves of Willemstad, the capital city of Curaçao. This iconic bridge, swinging open to allow ships to pass through...
0.4 miS
Specialty museum, Museum, Synagogue
Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, Willemstad
11 min walk • The Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, in Willemstad, Curaçao, is the oldest surviving synagogue in the Americas. It is commonly known as the Snoa and is a major tourist attraction in Curaçao, with one notable group of visitors including Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands and her family, in 1992.
0.8 miSE
Church
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral, Willemstad
20 min walk • The Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral also known as Pietermaai Cathedral or the Cathedral of the Holy Rosary is a religious building belonging to the Catholic Church, which serves as the cathedral of the Diocese of Willemstad in Juliana Plein 5, Pietermaai, Willemstad a...
0.6 miSW
12°6'18"N • 68°56'17"W
Rif Fort, Willemstad
16 min walk • Museum, Historical place, Shopping centre
~920 ftN
Canal
Sint Anna Bay, Willemstad
5 min walk • Sint Anna Bay is a deep channel approximately one mile long and up to 1,000 feet wide, located on the island of Curaçao between the two parts of Willemstad, Punda and Otrobanda.
0.4 miSW
Square
Brionplein, Willemstad
11 min walk • Brionplein is a square in the Otrobanda district of Willemstad, Curaçao. The square bears the name of Admiral Pedro Luis Brión, a Curaçaoan who contributed much to the South American freedom struggle in the 19th...
1.2 miE
12°6'19"N • 68°54'55"W
Landhuis Chobolobo, Willemstad
31 min walk • Memorial

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Queen Juliana Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Sint Anna Bay, Willemstad (5 min walk), Museum Kura Hulanda, Willemstad (8 min walk), Brionplein, Willemstad (11 min walk), Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue, Willemstad (11 min walk).

How to get to Queen Juliana Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Queen Juliana Bridge:

Bus

6A - Caracasbaai • Lines: 6A (12 min walk)
Hato Airport to Oranjestraat 15 • Lines: 1B (13 min walk)