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Palmentuin

Palmentuin is a shaded garden in central Paramaribo, linking the area around Independence Square with the historic streets. Its paths suit a relaxed daytime walk rather than a rushed stop.

Palmentuin
Photo by -JvL- from Netherlands Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
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What makes it special

  • Walk its paths as a shaded transition between the square and the city centre.
  • Include it in a walking route with Fort Zeelandia and Waterkant.
Palmentuin
Photo by amanderson2 Source: Flickr: Creative Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
Palmentuin
Photo by Jashda Rampersad Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Palmentuin

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Historic wooden houses on Waterkant beside the Suriname River in Paramaribo.

Paramaribo via Waterkant, Palmentuin and Fort Zeelandia

A day on foot through historic central Paramaribo to understand its wooden architecture, public spaces and what to check before setting out.

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Profile updated: 06/10/2026