Paramaribo travel guide

Paramaribo Tourism | Paramaribo Guide

You're Going to Love Paramaribo

With 242,946 inhabitants, Paramaribo is the most populous city in Suriname. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Paramaribo has to offer.

When to visit Paramaribo

Paramaribo in May
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Paramaribo in May
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Paramaribo in September, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 71.6 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 11.4″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Paramaribo, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.

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How to Get to Paramaribo

Plane

Paramaribo is served by 2 airports: Paramaribo Zorg en Hoop (ORG) and Paramaribo Zanderij Intl (PBM). The closest to downtown Paramaribo is Paramaribo Zorg en Hoop, which is located 12 km from the city center. Further away is Paramaribo Zanderij Intl, 46 km from the center of Paramaribo.

Plane

Paramaribo is served by 2 airports: Paramaribo Zorg en Hoop (ORG) and Paramaribo Zanderij Intl (PBM). The closest to downtown Paramaribo is Paramaribo Zorg en Hoop, which is located 12 km from the city center. Further away is Paramaribo Zanderij Intl, 46 km from the center of Paramaribo.

Airports near Paramaribo

Airlines serving Paramaribo

KLM
Good (858 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (772 reviews)
GOL
Good (685 reviews)
Caribbean Airlines
Good (106 reviews)
Surinam Airways
Okay (2 reviews)

Where to stay in Paramaribo

Average rates range from around $68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Paramaribo

Most booked hotels in Paramaribo

Hotel Palacio
3 stars
Excellent (8, 364 reviews)
$73+
Ramada by Wyndham Princess Paramaribo
4 stars
Excellent (8, 332 reviews)
$110+
Royal Torarica
3 stars
Good (7.9, 567 reviews)
$166+
Courtyard by Marriott Paramaribo
3 stars
Good (7.8, 205 reviews)
$161+
Torarica Resort
3 stars
Good (7.6, 766 reviews)
$143+
Jacana Amazon Wellness Resort
4 stars
Good (6.7, 571 reviews)
$149+

Renting a car in Paramaribo

Renting a car in Paramaribo costs $36 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Paramaribo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Economy (Honda City or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Paramaribo, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Paramaribo costs $36 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Paramaribo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Economy (Honda City or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Paramaribo, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.