Scharloo & Street Art
Scharloo, across the Wilhelmina drawbridge from Punda, pairs grand 19th-century merchant mansions with one of the Caribbean's liveliest street-art scenes. 7 min from the hotel
Once the address of wealthy Jewish traders, Scharloo fell quiet for decades and has been revived partly through large-scale murals that splash colour across warehouse walls. Wander to admire both the ornate "wedding cake" architecture and the contemporary art, often within the same block. It is a short, rewarding walk from the hotel.
Good to know
- Follow the murals around Scharloo Abou near the canal.
- Look up at the ornate "wedding cake" mansions.
- Combine with a Punda walking tour.
Questions & answers
Is Scharloo safe to walk?
Yes — the mural areas near the canal are popular with visitors by day; as anywhere, stick to busier streets and daytime hours.
Stay in the heart of it all
Majestic City Palace — a restored 1892 monument in Punda, steps from everything in this guide.