Driving and parking in Curaçao
In Curaçao, traffic drives on the right and you need a valid driver's licence. The Curaçao Tourist Board says traffic coming from the right has priority at intersections and roundabouts unless road signs state otherwise. Check signs and local instructions when parking. Follow the station's instructions when getting fuel.
Road signs and on-site directions always take priority. This guide is practical trip preparation, not a substitute for current traffic law or instructions from local authorities.
Before you set off
Bring a valid driver's licence
You need a valid driver's licence to drive in Curaçao. Before leaving, also check which documents your rental agreement requires you to carry.
Choose a car that fits your day
Consider how many people and bags will travel and which places you want to visit. For short-term rentals, dushiMiles lets you choose the specific car shown on the website rather than only an unknown category.
Arriving by air?
dushiMiles offers free pickup and return of your rental car at Hato Airport. Read the Hato Airport page before arrival and contact us to confirm arrangements.
Hato Airport car rental guideTraffic basics visitors should know
Drive on the right
Traffic in Curaçao drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Priority: check the signs first
The Curaçao Tourist Board states that traffic coming from the right has priority at intersections and roundabouts unless road signs indicate otherwise. Approach every junction or roundabout calmly, check the signs and do not assume that the rule you know from home applies.
Prepare your route before moving
Set your route before you leave and pull over somewhere safe if you need to change it. This is practical advice from dushiMiles, not a statement of law.
Parking in Curaçao
Always check signs, markings and instructions at the location. If a space or entrance is unclear, choose another designated parking area. Visiting Willemstad or an event? Check the venue information on the day. Access and parking arrangements can change.
Getting fuel
Plan where you can get fuel before a longer drive. Check how much fuel you have and follow the station's instructions. Also check the fuel arrangements in your rental agreement.
Plan a relaxed day trip
Curaçao combines Willemstad, west-coast beaches and natural areas. It is usually more relaxed to focus on one part of the island per day than to connect scattered stops. This is travel advice, not a fixed itinerary: opening hours, access and conditions can change.
- City: combine Willemstad with one or two planned stops and check parking information first.
- West coast: choose the beaches you want to visit in advance and bring water.
- Nature: check current visitor information for Christoffel Park or Shete Boka before departure.
- Events: find current listings and more ideas on Things to do in Curaçao.
Do you need a rental car in Curaçao?
It depends on your stay. A rental car mainly gives you flexibility when you want to visit several dispersed places in your own order. Compare your plans, group and preferred freedom with other transport options before deciding.
Christoffel Park and Shete Boka: choose your nature visit
Christoffel Park includes Christoffel Mountain and the Savonet Museum, with local flora and fauna. Shete Boka adjoins Christoffel Park on the rocky north coast. The park operator lists the cavern at Boka Tabla and the natural bridge at Boka Wandomi among its sights.
Visiting both parks does not have to be a fixed one-day combination. Choose the visit that suits your group and check the current visitor information on the official park websites before leaving. This guide does not state opening hours or entrance fees, guarantee access or give permission to drive a rental car outside permitted roads.
Rent a car for your stay
For short-term rentals, you choose the car shown on the dushiMiles website. Liability insurance (not comprehensive cover) and unlimited mileage are included. View cars and availability, or first read how booking works.
Staying for 30 days or more? dushiMiles prepares a personalised proposal for private or business rental based on the rental period and preferred category. Arrangements and inclusions are quote-specific.
Request a long-term rental quoteFrequently asked questions about driving in Curaçao
Practical official sources
Before departure, check current information from the Curaçao Tourist Board and your destination.