Alto Vista Chapel, Oranjestad

Nice reconstructed chapel (1952) on the site of the original chapel built around 1770. The chapel itself is active and maintained well. The seat surrounding the chapel itself is of a amphitheater seating in a concentric half circle. The is a small view of the coast when standing in the parking lot. The three vendors that sell refreshments and gifts have mobile card readers. Getting there is are 14 signs of the stations of the cross. This is a typical place for the tours around the island and is worthy of inclusion.

Locals have a Wednesday mass here. So it's still a functional church, but it is revered more as a historical and tourist site. It sits atop a mountain with grand views of the surrounding arid desert. There are no restrooms here. We visited with a safari tour as one of our stops. There were a couple of vendors on site selling souvenirs, food, and drinks. The whole family can enjoy this area. There's also a billboard showing a map with trails from this point. Keep in mind there's not a lot of shade here.

I've been wanting to visit the chapel since we started visiting the island years ago on cruises. The chapel is small and out of the way, but very peaceful. I love old churches and reading their history, Alto Vista did not disappoint. It's worth the stop, if for nothing more than to snap a few photos.

A beautiful serene place . A spiritual spot to get connected within. Take your time to walk through the labyrinth. Take your time to sit and feel the energy.

Very small, but quiet and quaint. Nicely decorated. Candles can be lit for those who wish. Free entry. Available on most Aruba island tours.