Noord

Noord is in the northern part of the Caribbean island of Aruba.

Get in

By car

Drive along Route 1 north to Noord.

By bus

Take Arubus routes 7A, 7B, 10A, 10B, 10C to Noord.

See

• The Roman Catholic Church, Santa Ana was built in 1776, and represented the most important religious meeting location after the Alto Vista Chapel. Santa Ana was rebuilt in 1831, 1886 and 1916. The church altar is solid oak, hand carved and built in neo-gothic style.
• 1 Alto Vista Chapel. (updated Nov 2017)
• 2 Bubali Bird Sanctuary. Over 80 species of migratory birds reside in the sanctuary. Get the best view of the birds, by using the observation tower. (updated Feb 2022)

Do

• The beach at Noord is relaxing and peaceful.
• Children's Carnival Parade is usually in February.
• Aruba Adventures offers land and ocean activities in Noord including sailing, snorkeling and party boats.
• Rancho La Ponerosa is a ranch with quality horses and trails.
• Golf: Tierra del Sol Resort is on the north cape towards the lighthouse. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr, and is 6811 yards, par 71. Aruba International Pro-AM Golf Tournament is played here.

Eat

• Grocery shops can be found on Noord Road.
• 1 The Old Cunucu House Restaurant, Palm Beach 150, ☏ +297 586 1666. Serves local Aruba foods in a real countryside cottage. (updated Apr 2022)

Drink

• Cafe De Pijp is an Irish pub with Karaoke sports, darts and cable television.

Sleep

• 1 Aruba Happy Rentals, Route 3 5a, Noord, Aruba, ☏ +297 586 2662. (updated Feb 2022)
• Coconut Inn
• Pauline's Apartments
• Boardwalk Vacation Retreat