Queen Emma Bridge Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Queen Emma Bridge. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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While it’s free to visit the Queen Emma Bridge, there are affordable guided tours that can tell you more about the bridge, along with other popular attractions in Willemstad. Guided walking and tuk-tuk tours cost around US$25-35. Willemstad is a port city, so cruise ship excursions are available.

The best time to visit the bridge in Willemstad is in the dry season (January–September), when it's warm and sunny. Nice weather is ideal for walking along the bridge and enjoying the views of St. Anna Bay and the colorful waterfront buildings. Avoid peak hurricane season (October–December).

The Queen Emma Bridge, also known as the Swinging Old Lady, was built in 1888 and connects Willemstad's Punda and Otrobanda districts. It’s a floating pontoon bridge that spans St. Anna Bay, allowing pedestrians to cross. The bridge was named after Queen Emma of the Netherlands.

Yes, the Queen Emma Bridge in Willemstad is generally accessible to those with disabilities. The bridge has ramps on both sides, making access easier for wheelchair users and those with mobility challenges. However, the bridge regularly swings open to allow ships to pass, which requires waiting.

Walk or take a taxi to get to the Queen Emma Bridge from the Willemstad cruise port. The bridge is in the city's heart, connecting the Punda and Otrobanda districts. From the port, it's a 10-15 minute walk along the waterfront; head toward the colorful buildings.