Attractions in Suriname

Atjoni

The bustling end of the road and the jumping-off point for all boat trips into the Upper Suriname region.

Commewijne plantations

Historic plantations along the Commewijne River, famous for colonial history and dolphin spotting tours.

Bergendal

A luxury eco-resort and historic site on the Suriname River, blending adventure with colonial history.

Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral

An impressive wooden church in Paramaribo and the largest of its kind in South America.

Raleigh Falls

Spectacular waterfalls on the Coppename River, a highlight for every jungle adventurer.

Palumeu

An indigenous village deep in the rainforest, ideal for authentic eco-tourism experiences.

Independence Square

The historic center of Paramaribo, surrounded by important government buildings.

Arya Dewaker Temple

A magnificent Hindu temple in Paramaribo with unique octagonal architecture.

Palmentuin

A historic park full of royal palms, located behind the Presidential Palace.

Jules Wijdenbosch Bridge

A massive bridge over the Suriname River, connecting Paramaribo with Meerzorg.

Ahmadiyya Mosque

An important mosque in the capital, standing peacefully next to a synagogue.

Neveh Shalom Synagogue

A historic synagogue in Paramaribo, famous for its sand floor.

Nature

Lake

Bigi Pan Nature Reserve

A vast lagoon system with an enormous variety of bird species, ideal for boat tours.

Mountain

Voltzberg

A distinctive granite mountain that rises from the rainforest and offers a breathtaking view over the treetops.

river

Coppename River

An important river known for its pristine nature and impressive waterfalls.

More highlights

Zorg en Hoop

A historic district in Paramaribo that grew out of an old plantation and is home to the city's first airfield.

Kofidjompo Monument

A historical monument commemorating the Maroon freedom fighter Kofi, after whom the place was originally named.

Presidential Palace

A splendid colonial architectural building that today serves as the official seat of the President of Suriname.

Alliance Plantation

A historical citrus plantation that was once one of the most important agricultural centers in the region.

Geyersvlijt

Originally an 18th-century coffee plantation, the lands of which are today a densely populated district.

Paranam

A historic mining settlement that gained great importance through bauxite mining in the 20th century.

Fort Sommelsdijk

A colonial fortress at the confluence of two important rivers to protect against enemy attacks.

Margaretha Plantation

Former sugar and coffee plantation on the right bank of the Commewijne River with traditional wooden houses.

Ma Retraite

Once a large coffee and cocoa plantation, whose name is today a northern district of Paramaribo.

Rust en Werk

A huge historical plantation on the lower Commewijne River, today known for cattle breeding.

forest

Brownsberg Nature Reserve

A mountain plateau with a view of the Brokopondo Reservoir, rich in waterfalls and rainforest flora.

Camp 52

A historic camp along the former Lawa railway, which served as a stopover to the jungle.

Lawa Railway Remains

The historical remains of an old railway line built during the Surinamese gold rush.

Waterland Plantation

Once a flourishing sugar cane plantation, today a popular historic recreation area along the river.

forest

Central Suriname Nature Reserve

One of the largest and most pristine tropical rainforest areas in the world, UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hazard Plantation

A historic sugar cane plantation in the Nickerie district, known for its colonial past.

Suzanna's Daal

An old sugar plantation on the right bank of the Suriname River, named after the founder's wife.

Johan Adolf Pengel Monument

A monument in Independence Square dedicated to one of Suriname's most important politicians.

Fort Zeelandia

A historic star-shaped fort on the banks of the Suriname River, built in the 17th century.

Jodensavanne

Former agricultural settlement of Sephardic Jews in the 17th century on the Suriname River.

animal-habitat

Galibi Nature Reserve

Important nesting site for rare sea turtles at the mouth of the Marowijne River.

Peperpot Plantation

One of the oldest coffee and cocoa plantations in Suriname, now partly a nature park.

Tourtonne

A historical plantation area that was integrated into the urban area of Paramaribo.

Frederiksdorp

A former 18th-century plantation with restored historic buildings.