Fort Zoutman · Oranjestad, Aruba · Trailwind

LandmarkOranjestad, ArubaAruba's oldest surviving building, this yellow-and-white fort dates to 1798 and now anchors a small history museum, its adjoining Willem III Tower…

Set in: Oranjestad, Aruba

Climate: 25–32°C

Know before you go

The attached Historical Museum of Aruba covers island history from indigenous settlement through colonial rule.

Thursday evenings sometimes host the Bon Bini Festival with local music and food just outside the fort.

It's an easy walk from the cruise terminal, making it a quick stop on a port day.

Pairs well with

Eagle Beach, 3 mi away

Palm Beach, 4 mi away

Arikok National Park, 6 mi away

California Lighthouse, 6 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhere is Fort Zoutman?Fort Zoutman is in Oranjestad, Aruba.What is Fort Zoutman known for?Aruba's oldest surviving building, this yellow-and-white fort dates to 1798 and now anchors a small history museum, its adjoining Willem III Tower doubling as one of Oranjestad's most photographed landmarks.Keep exploring

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