Entrance Kurá Hulanda Museum - tour guide not included
Recommended by 91% of travelers
Willemstad, Curacao
- 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Museum Kurá Hulanda, situated in the harbor of Willemstad, highlights the history and impacts of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Between the 16th and 19th centuries, millions of Africans were relocated and sold in the New World, mostly the Caribbean and South America. The museum features a collection of artifacts from continental Africa and how these cultures influences Curaçao and the Caribbean to this day.
- Visit the Museum Kurá Hulanda to learn about the Transatlantic Slave Trade
- Follow the history of millions of Africans who were sold in the New World
- See a collection of artifacts from continental Africa and other cultures
- Learn how the slave trade has influenced Curaçao and the Caribbean
- Opening Hours: Monday till Saturday 8:00am - 16:00pm, Sundays 9:00am till 14:00pm
- Museum is closed on all official holidays
What's Included
- Receptionist
- Museum map
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Souvenirs from museum shop available for purchase
- Guided tours available in Dutch, English, Papimentu and Spanish$5.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- Kura Hulanda Museum, Klipstraat 9, Willemstad Curacao
What To Expect
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Kura Hulanda Museum
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.5
based on 131 reviews
Satis_P, Dec 2025
Went at 8am and had to wait at the door for them to open. A tour guide would’ve been beneficial. There’s a lot of info and can be overwhelming to read over.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Satis
We Truly appreciate your visit to the Museum which means a lot for us.
I will speak to the team about this as we are opened from Monday to Saturday from 8:00am, except for Sundays and public holidays, on which we are opened at 9:00am. May you confirm what day you visited with us?
Note also that the guided tours are optional but highly recommended for an additional cost of 5USD for the tour.
Again thank you for your visit and we will continue to work on improving our guests' experience at the Museum.
Nadine_S, Apr 2025
The artifacts were representative of our history and showed what slaves had to endure during that time .
Response from Host, Apr 2025
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Lisa_S, Apr 2025
Paid $6 for a guide. The stories told were heart breaking and I cried! All the items come from a single, Jewish, Dutch man. Some items were donated. The museum was built on land where there was no history of slavery. Some of the art pieces are thought provoking. A must see!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
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Deshawn_W, Jan 2025
Extremely profound experience and highly recommended for all ages and large groups alike...definitely a experience worth having
Response from Host, Apr 2025
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L_D, Dec 2024
There is a lot of walking. For those of us with mobility issues, it can become too much. I was able to complete most of the tour but there was a point when I knew it had been enough for me. I appreciate the patience of my tour guide and others in the group! The experience was informative and interesting. Once I'm better, I may return to complete the exhibits.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
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Sandra_T, Dec 2024
Thanks to our guide who took us through the heartbreaking 💔 transatlantic slavery journey of our ancestors with passion and expert knowledge
Response from Host, Dec 2024
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Keia_B, Aug 2024
Very nice museum. I really enjoyed learning a bit on the history of Curacao which is a lovely island.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
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Mary_S, Aug 2024
Plan for at least 3 hours to truly experience this museum. We were rushed (our own fault) and still felt how powerful the message is: we must learn from history so we do not repeat it.
Check the opening hours/days and plan accordingly.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
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Marcus_T, Jun 2024
This was an amazing experience delivered by a knowledgeable guide. I would certainly do it over again, so that I am sure to soak in this pivotal moment in time, internalizing its significance on today’s people.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
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Layla_H, Jun 2024
This museum lays out an important part of history. I wish it was a bit better maintained and was consistent in the language/translations throughout the museum. There is a lot of reading involved in trying to get a proper understanding. I would suggest making it more interactive.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
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Drinda_B, May 2024
Please do invest $3 for a tour guide. The tour guide was SO knowledgeable and took time to answer our questions as she guided us through the different sections of the museum. The quality and selection of the artifacts rival any top museum in a metropolitan area.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Line_B, May 2024
For anyone wanting to learn about this part of the history of the island, I would recommend this tour. Doing the tour with a guide added immensely to the experience. We are glad we took the time to visit this museum.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Patrice_A, Apr 2024
Take advantage of the guided tour. We used the tour guide for $3 pp and it was worth it. We had the chance to ask questions for clarity and hear the story behind most exhibits.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Ina_H, Mar 2024
We had a private tour. Our guide was super knowledgeable. The artifacts and stories were hard to believe. It was very unsettling to understand all the atrocities that took place.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Joseph_J, Feb 2024
This is a great museum. It provides a very informative lesson on the history of slavery in Curacao. Get the guided tour, for a more thorough perspective.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Valerea_M, Jan 2024
This was one of the more in-depth museum/historical tours I've taken. Evonne was so knowledgeable about the evolution of the slave trade in Curacao. The artifacts were awesome!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Astrid_F, Jan 2024
This is a very educational but at the same time sensitive experience. Lots of informative information. There are also many artifacts used during this period. The Africa room is soo full of culture with many cool pieces! Very nice museum.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
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Rachel_W, Dec 2023
Loved learning about how the trans Atlantic slave trade affected curaçao. Very informative museum! Rich in history and culture. Recommend adding the guided tour guide for historical context
Maya_W, Dec 2023
We had a wonderful time at the museum. This was my second time and it was just as good as the first. I would highly recommend it. The staff are so thoughtful and knowledgeable. Love this museum and the ability to learn so much important history.
marionmadsen, Aug 2023
The artifacts collected and the thorough explanation of each item and its origin. The best African Museum and materials I have ever seen. A great learning experience. MM from USA
Denise_J, Jul 2023
I had read previous reviews and knew I needed to see it. The staff was welcoming. We toured without a guide though if you are in a large group (over 6) it may be reasonable to have one. The displays and artifacts were presented well. Don't miss the opportunity to stroll though the Hulanda Village as well! Would have loved the tour experience to include transportation from our resort.
Kasandra_V, Apr 2023
Paid to have the tour guide. She did her best, unfortunately she was not fully knowledgeable to answer many of the questions we asked. It was a superficial explanation of the artifacts and history. It’s a good museum to check out, but recommend skipping the guided tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2023
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pamrakay21, Mar 2023
Very sobering, but fascinating. Museum is devoted to the slave trade from ancient Egypt to the 1800's, including West Africa, Surinam, Holland and just slightly the US. Don't go without hiring a guide/docent ($3.00). You loose too much history going through it alone.
Response from Host, Apr 2023
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Karen_S, Mar 2023
An important and compelling experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and so connected to the material, which she was proud to share with us.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
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meetmeinthegarden, Feb 2023
This is an absolutely amazing hidden gem …
Museum houses Heritage quality artifacts … from 4000 y ago …
My sister and I paid a guide to walk us through the collection … very knowledgeable … very patient … certainly didn’t rush his talk. We were there for a good 1 1/2 h.
Entry was made all the more convent by having precooked tour with Viator.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
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ANN_V, Feb 2023
Very educational and comprehensive. Our guide was narrating in both English and Dutch to a mixed party but made all of us feel free to ask questions and comment.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
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Carla_D, Apr 2022
The explanations in the tour were interesting. We heard things about the Dutch history and slavery we didn’t know and that were shocking.
Response from Host, May 2022
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Roos_L, Mar 2022
History brought to life…. So good to see that our teen was so impressed… our guide told the stories very good
Response from Host, May 2022
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Susan_M, Mar 2022
Our guide had a phenomenal amount of information to share. She was wonderful at bringing the history to life. The slave history was shattering and sobering…
Thank you from our hearts.
Response from Host, May 2022
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Winifred_A, Jan 2022
I’m very appreciative of Ms. Milva she was the absolute Best tour guide. I personally felt like information on the booking site don’t give enough details about what to expect cause this has to be my favorite tour overall. Ms. Milva is a genius; she’s well spoken and very knowledgeable. This is a tour I’ll recommend anyone traveling to Curaçao take cause it tells you how curaçao played in slavery and how everything connected. Ms. Milva deserves 10/10.
Response from Host, May 2022
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