Walking Tour in Downtown Paramaribo
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Get acquainted with the downtown of Paramaribo through our city tour. Together with our guide you walk through the streets of Paramaribo, where you will come across many buildings from the colonial past, such as the wooden Basilica Minor and the Presidential Palace. These buildings all have their own special history and uniform, symmetrical building style. The historical value of this architectural style results in a large part of Paramaribo being included on the international list of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour, wear comfortable and sturdy shoes
Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat against the sun
Poncho or umbrella against rainy weather
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Non-alcoholic drinks
Bottled water
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Food (Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner)
Pick up from any location
Gratuities
What To Expect
Saint-Peter-and-Paul Basilica of Paramaribo
The guide will inform you about the history of the Cathedral and if it is possible we will have a look around inside.
Independence Square (Onafhankelijksplein)
At the Independence square you will see the beautiful Presidential Palace and all the other historic buildings that are surrounded. Across of the square you have the waterfront and several small restaurants. Here you will find different Surinamese snacks and dishes.
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Walking Tour in Downtown Paramaribo
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Marina's tour in Paramaribo – superbly knowledgeable and exciting
K7681GOsusannek,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00At the beginning of our stay in Paramaribo, we had a very informative city tour (one morning) with Marina Da Costa. She is historically versed and knows the stories behind the houses and monuments of her city. After all, the city's history is also her family history. She also shared interesting current information. The excursion to the Frimangron (Land for Free People) district was particularly impressive, but we found a gaping, fenced-in emptiness where Anton de Kom's house had once stood. Marina Da Costa's city tour was knowledgeable, entertaining, and warm – highly recommended! Johanna and Susanne
Recommended
Jin W,
Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Med was very knowledge about the history of the city and culture. We went a lot of the places and had a good Time.
Paramaribo city tour
Karin R,
Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide (Mid) knew a lot to tell and it was a very educational, fun tour. I would recommend everyone to book this tour because we have been to places in Paramaribo where we would not go ourselves. Highly recommended! And very happy with our nice guide
Excellent
Nathan C,
Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very knowledgeable. I was with my elder mother and he gladly walked slow to allow her to keep up. Very knowledgeable about the country and its history.
Great walk around the city!
Christopher W,
Nov 16, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the walking tour! Guide was amazing, and made us feel at ease the entire time. Learning the history and culture of these vibrant people was a joy!!
A Good Overview
carolyne963,
Oct 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Overall - a pretty good tour. My husband and I were the only English speakers on the tour and felt like we were given a very "abbreviated" version of the information. It was extremely hot on the day we went (which is common here), and once early afternoon came it was simply too hot for us to continue and we ended our tour early. The price was fair, and on par with other tours we'd seen.
Not worth the money!
Hayley K,
Sep 13, 2023
- Review from Viator
1.00I don’t even know where to start! Overpriced, the “English” speaking guide didn’t really speak English, didn’t seem to know anything about the various sights he took me too and had as much enthusiasm for being there as a dead door mouse. Sweet guy. But I think they must have plucked him off the street that morning. Really would recommend buying a SIM card and doing this yourselves. Will save you a fortune!
Great city tour of UNESCO Paramaribo
Coralie H,
Aug 17, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a great "private" tour with Lionel, very interesting and quiet city on a Sunday morning. We got to see the main monuments and learn more about the history and culture of Suriname.
Paramaribo a city to visit
sajisheenas,
Mar 24, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing to see the small city of Paramaribo. Beautiful 😍 Dutch signature on the old buildings. Quite and lovely city with loving people.
Lionel is the best
EdMotion,
Nov 9, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paramaribo is one of the loveliest cities in the world. Jewish synagogues next to Muslim mosque next to a China town with a strong Dutch heritage. Lionel us a very good, chill and knowledgable guide for a pleasant morning walk
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