Essentials
Everything practical, in one place
Getting here, parking, sea safety and accessibility. Last checked 20 October 2026.
Getting here
- Easiest: book a tour with Aruba Mural Tours. The Tour and a Ride includes hotel pick-up ($45).
- San Nicolas is about 19 km (12 miles) southeast of Oranjestad; allow about 45 minutes from the Palm Beach hotels to Baby Beach.
- Bus: Arubus L1, L2 or L3 from Oranjestad’s main station (next to the cruise terminal) to San Nicolas, then L900 to Baby Beach.
- Fares: $2.60 single, $5 return, $15 day pass.
- Taxi (official rates, up to 4 people): airport to San Nicolas $45, to Baby Beach $60.
Parking
- Parking is free everywhere in San Nicolas: in town and at Baby Beach, Rodger’s Beach (new lot in 2025) and Boca Grandi.
Sea safety
- Swim at Baby Beach (inside the marked area) and Rodger’s Beach.
- Boca Grandi, Grapefield and Bachelor’s Beach have strong currents: no swimming.
- Sea turtles nest March to September. Turtle hotline: +297 592 9393.
Restrooms & facilities
- Baby Beach has toilets and showers.
- In town, ArtisA Gallery (B. v/d Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 6) is always happy to share its restroom, Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM.
Accessibility
- Found a barrier? Tell us and we add it to the guide.
Good to know
- English is the first language in many homes in San Nicolas, alongside Papiamento.
- Galleries and Charlie’s Bar close on Sundays.
- Local SIM cards and mobile data: SETAR, B. v/d Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 33 on Main Street.
Bon bini! Welcome to
Sunrise City
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