Tourist Attractions
in Guyana
Guyana is full of many beautiful destinations and environments to explore. From bustling cities to dense jungles, Guyana is a South American must visit!
Here is some information on Guyana’s most popular areas:
Georgetown is the capital of Guyana, located in Region 4, which is also known as the Demerara-Mahaica region. It is the country's largest urban center. It is situated on the Atlantic Ocean coast at the mouth of the Demerara River and is nicknamed “Garden City of the Caribbean.” Georgetown serves primarily as a retail and administrative center, full of shops and impressive architecture. A stay in Guyana would not be complete without a visit to this capital city.
Bartica, Essequibo, is a town on the left bank of the Essequibo River in Cuyuni-Mazaruni (Region 7), at the confluence of the Cuyuni and Mazaruni Rivers with the Essequibo River in Guyana. Considered the "Gateway to the Interior", the town has a population of about 15,000 and is the launching point for people who work in the bush, mining gold and diamonds. Bartica is also close to Marshall Falls. There are several hotels in the town including the Platinum Inn, The New Modern Hotel, Balkarran's Guest House and Zen's Plaza. There is also a thriving nightclub located in the Modern Hotel building. Several Brazilians live in Bartica, so one can find Brazilian restaurants and bars. There are several restaurants as well as local fast food joints including Sunset Boulevard, which is a perfect place to meet and have a bite while getting information from locals.
For even more information, or to plan your tip to Guyana, check out the Guyana Tourism Authority.