This is where to shop in Curaçao: from modern malls to colorful city streets. On the island, you’ll find a place for every budget and style: Sambil (indoor, lots of food & fun), Renaissance Mall & Rif Fort (boutiques overlooking the sea), Punda & Otrobanda (boutiques, art and markets), Zuikertuin Mall (cozy gallery with cafes), Bloempot & Promenade (fashion and design), Papagayo Beach Plaza (beachfront shopping), Salinja Galleries (convenient & central) and Eden Mall (useful for daily shopping and services). For each location, we provide practical info such as opening hours, parking tips and a few stores not to miss-so you can easily plan your itinerary and combine it with beach or sightseeing.
Because the centers are spread out, a rental car is convenient: you drive cool and fast from A to B, usually park for free or nearby, and decide how long you’ll stay. Ready to window shop and score? Find out where to go below.
Sambil Curaçao (Veeris)
What you’ll find: large, indoor mall with fashion boutiques, sports and shoe stores, electronics, beauty, a food court, supermarket, cinema, indoor kids-fun (playground, trampoline, bowling) and often events in the central square.
Opening hours (guideline): daily around 10:00-20:00/21:00; cinema later.
Useful for: air-conditioned shopping on hot or rainy days, one place for shopping + food + movie.
Parking: free, lots of spots close to entrances.
Need a car? Not necessarily, but convenient; Sambil is outside the historic center.
Renaissance Mall & Rif Fort (Otrobanda, near the Handelskade)
What you’ll find: open-air mall plus the historic Rif Fort with terraces and restaurants. Mix of local boutiques, resort wear, jewelers, perfume, souvenirs and cozy bars overlooking the sea and Pontjes Bridge.
Opening hours (guideline): stores Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00, Thu often shopping night; Sun limited. Bars and restaurants usually open later.
Useful for: combining shopping with city walking through Otrobanda and Punda.
Parking: large (free) parking garage next to the fort.
Need a car? Not if you’re staying in town; otherwise, driving is easiest.
Zuikertuin Mall (Mahaai)
What you’ll find: stylish, mostly covered boutique mall with fashion, jewelry, home & gifts, delicatessen/coffee spots and a fine bookstore.
Opening hours (guideline): Mon-Sat 10:00-19:00; so limited or closed.
Useful for: quiet window-shopping, gifts, coffee/lunch.
Parking: free, right by the entrances.
Car needed? Yes, located outside tourist strip.
Flowerpot Shopping Center (Next to Zuikertuin Mall)
What you’ll find: compact shopping cluster with convenient stores such as lifestyle, home/home accessories, sports and services; often combined with quick food options.
Opening hours (guideline): Mon-Sat day to early evening; so limited.
Useful for: “practical shopping” during an island trip.
Parking: free, right in front of stores.
Need car? Recommended – is scattered from other sights.
Promenade Shopping (Groot Davelaar)
What you’ll find: atmospheric open-air shopping area with fashion and designer boutiques, beach & resort wear, lifestyle, jewelers and good lunch/coffee addresses.
Opening hours (guideline): Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00, Thu often until 20:00/21:00; Sun limited.
Useful for: quality shopping in a relaxed setting; combine with Jan Thiel or Mambo.
Parking: free, right at the complex.
Car needed? Yes, located between residential areas.
Papagayo Plaza (Jan Thiel)
What you’ll find: hip, beach-focused stores (swimwear, sunglasses, resort wear), mini-market, cafes and restaurants within walking distance of Jan Thiel beach and salt flats.
Opening hours (guideline): daily, stores mostly 10:00am-7:00pm; restaurants later.
Useful for: beach day + shopping + sunset drinks.
Parking: large parking lots in Jan Thiel.
Need a car? Not if you sleep in Jan Thiel; otherwise, yes.
Salinja Galleries (Salinja)
What you’ll find: small, accessible shopping area with fashion, beauty, services and dining spots. Great if you need something “quick” or want casual lunch.
Opening hours (guideline): Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00; Sun limited.
Parking: free of charge.
Need a car? Yes, convenient from almost any lodging location.
Eden Mall (Zeelandia / Santa Rosa corridor)
What you’ll find: community center with supermarket, drugstore/pharmacy, phone & electronics stores, clothing/shoeing, hairdressers/salons and a few places to eat. Not a luxury mall, but practical: you get groceries and essentials in one place quickly.
Opening hours (guideline): stores Mon-Sat approximately 10:00-19:00; supermarket often 07:30-20:00; Sunday limited (usually supermarket open in the morning/afternoon, other business partly closed).
Parking: free and close to entrances; usually ample.
Car needed? Yes. Eden Mall is outside historic downtown; a rental car gets you in and out in no time.
Punda & Scharloo (Willemstad)
What you’ll find: colorful streets with fashion boutiques, local art and design, souvenir shops, galleries, pharmacies and jewelers. Scharloo offers street art and a few creative concept stores.
Opening hours (guideline): Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00; Thu shopping night; Sun mostly closed.
Useful for: combining shopping with UNESCO architecture, photos on the Handelskade and museums.
Parking: limited on the Punda side; tip: park in the Renaissance garage in Otrobanda and walk across the Pontjes Bridge.
Need a car? In town, not necessarily; otherwise, driving and garage parking is easiest.
Pietermaai District
What you’ll find: boutiques, designer stores and foodie stops in pastel-colored townhouses. Less “mall,” more “stroll and discover.”
Opening hours (guideline): stores mostly Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00; restaurants later.
Parking: street parking; note pay zones.
Need a car? For driving only; exploring on foot is most enjoyable.
Practical shopping tips for tourists
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- Means of payment: XCG (Caribbean guilder) and USD are common; debit and credit cards are usually accepted. Small markets or kiosks: bring some cash.
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- Shopping night: often on Thursdays until about 8:00/21:00 p.m. in the city and some malls.
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- Sunday: many stores closed or open on a limited basis; Sambil and beach areas offer the most opportunity then.
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- Sun & heat: plan city shopping early in the morning or later in the afternoon; air-conditioned malls are ideal mid-day.
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- Car or not? For Sambil, Zuikertuin, Promenade, Papagayo Plaza, Salinja Galleries, Flowerpot, a rental car is highly recommended. Renaissance/Rif Fort, Punda, Pietermaai you can combine well on foot if you stay in the city.
Why you should join Cura Explore rent a car
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- New, reliable cars – Young models with air conditioning and automatic, perfect for hot days and short beach roads.
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- Transparent pricing – No surprises: clear rates, clear deposit and fuel rules, fair terms and conditions.
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- Super fast arrangement – Free delivery and pickup at airport or your accommodation. WhatsApp service for quick changes.
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- Comfort & tech – Many cars with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, USB, rearview camera; child seats and additional driver possible.
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- Flexible & customer-oriented – Ample pick-up/return times, accommodating schedule (helpful for early/late flights or shopping trip + beach day).
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- 24/7 roadside assistance throughout the island – Drive with peace of mind, even if you are still going to the mall or food trucks at night.
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- Local tips included – Daily advice on traffic jams around Salinja, best parking spots at malls, and combo routes: shopping + beaches.
Choosing quickly?
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- Solo/couple & city: Kia Picanto (easy parking at Punda/Promenade).
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- Family & luggage: Sedan (Nissan Versa / Hyundai Accent) for trunk + stroller.
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- More space/comfort: Kia Sonet (SUV) or 7-seater (Stargazer/Carens) for groups or lots of groceries.
Booking tip: Book early during vacations and vacations, and download offline maps. Send us your flight details-we’ll make sure your car is ready where you want it.
