The name Paramaribo is probably derived from the name of an Indian village, called Parmurbo. A trading post was established in the village at the beginning of the 17th century. This was taken over by the English and they built a fort called Willoughby. In 1667 Abraham Crijsen conquered the area. From the fort Paramaribo was extended to the west. After the abolition of slavery in 1863 and the end of indentured labor in 1873, many people moved to the city.
Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname Is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. The place has many buildings of historical importance and religious significance.

Since 2002, the center of Paramaribo has been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List of
historical monuments. One of the protected buildings is the St. Peter and Paul Cathedral on the former Gravenstraat. This building is entirely made of wood and is also the largest wooden building in South America.

Departure: everyday with a minimum of 1 participant.
Time: 08.00AM – 11AM , 3 hours (also possible to start later)

A Paramaribo city tour by car/bus is also available for EURO 55 per person
we depart with a minimum of 2 persons.
Time: 09.00AM – 12.30PM

On this tour you will get to know the beautiful Paramaribo. Departure is at 08.00 am from the entrance of hotel Royal Torarica. During this walk we will visit the highlights of Paramaribo such as; the Jewish synagogue and the mosque fraternally next to each other, the colonial building of the free Negress Elisabeth Samson, the wooden cathedral, Palmentuin, Fort Zeelandia, and the Independence Square and Presidential Palace are also on the program. During this tour the guide will tell you extensively about the history of Suriname. You will not only hear the distant past, but also the recent history since independence gives you a good picture of Paramaribo. You will also learn about the architecture of the colonial buildings. Waterfront is also extensively discussed and the central market where fresh fruit, vegetable, fish, bush meat, snacks, local food, clothing are available. The three-hour tour ends around 11.00am