Capital city, Suriname
Getting around Paramaribo
How to get around Paramaribo
The old center is walkable. Buses are cheap but slow; taxis are unmetered, so agree fares. Renting a car or booking tours is needed for the interior.
Ways to get around Paramaribo
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | About 200–400 SRD in town | No meters; agree the price first or have the hotel call |
| Public bus | About 10–25 SRD | Cheap and slow; stops on main roads, not always signed |
| Bicycle rental | About 100–200 SRD a day | Flat, easy in the old center, hot at midday |
Taxis in Paramaribo
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis have no meters; agree prices in advance or ask your guesthouse to call a driver.
Arriving in Paramaribo
Johan Adolf Pengel (PBM)
About 45 km south, 45–60 min. Hotel transfer or taxi about 1,500–2,000 SRD (fixed rates, cash).
Zorg en Hoop (ORG)
Small airport in town for domestic and regional flights; taxi 150–300 SRD.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented in small numbers; Surinamese drive on the left and heat makes biking tiring. Few visitors do it.
- Driving: on the left. Carry an International Driving Permit with the home licence; rental firms may set higher age limits. Drive on the left.
- Onward travel in Suriname: Shared minibuses and taxis run the coastal road. The interior is reached by small planes or river boats, usually on tours. Ferries cross to Guyana and French Guiana.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Paramaribo?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis have no meters; agree prices in advance or ask your guesthouse to call a driver.
What's the best way to get around Paramaribo?
The old center is walkable. Buses are cheap but slow; taxis are unmetered, so agree fares. Renting a car or booking tours is needed for the interior.
How do I get from the airport to Paramaribo?
About 45 km south, 45–60 min. Hotel transfer or taxi about 1,500–2,000 SRD (fixed rates, cash).
Is Paramaribo walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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