Georgetown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Georgetown

With 235.017 inhabitants, Georgetown is the most populous city in Guyana. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Georgetown has to offer.

Where to Eat in Georgetown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fusion by Pegasus (Pegasus Hotel, Seawall Road) and Jaxx International Grill (Movie Towne Mall Guyana, Turkeyen) are great picks.

When to visit Georgetown

Georgetown in August
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel
Georgetown in August
Estimated hotel price
$193
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Georgetown in April, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 75.2 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 12.6″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Georgetown, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Georgetown

Plane

Georgetown is served by 2 airports: Georgetown Ogle (OGL) and Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl (GEO). The closest to downtown Georgetown is Georgetown Ogle, which is located 6 km from the city center. Further away is Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl, 36 km from the center of Georgetown. The shortest flight to Georgetown from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 46m.

Plane

Georgetown is served by 2 airports: Georgetown Ogle (OGL) and Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl (GEO). The closest to downtown Georgetown is Georgetown Ogle, which is located 6 km from the city center. Further away is Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl, 36 km from the center of Georgetown. The shortest flight to Georgetown from the United States departs from New York and takes around 15h 46m.

Airports near Georgetown

Airlines serving Georgetown

KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,512 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,941 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (776 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,788 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (106 reviews)
interCaribbean Airways
Good (11 reviews)
Surinam Airways
Okay (2 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Georgetown

Most booked hotels in Georgetown

Guyana Marriott Hotel Georgetown
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 181 reviews)
$540+
Grand Coastal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 159 reviews)
$154+
The Durban Hotel Guyana Inc.
4 stars
Good (6.7, 158 reviews)
$125+
Julian Guest House
2 stars
Good (6.7, 212 reviews)
$40+
Ramada by Wyndham Princess Georgetown
3 stars
Good (6.7, 802 reviews)
$160+

Renting a car in Georgetown

Renting a car in Georgetown costs $59 per day, on average, or $297 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Georgetown, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Georgetown costs $59 per day, on average, or $297 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Georgetown, while also 34% cheaper than other types, on average.