Linden
GuyanaGY
Town and regional capital in Upper Demerara-Berbice, Guyana
Linden is the second largest city in Guyana after Georgetown, and capital of the Upper Demerara-Berbice region, located at 6°0′0″N 58°18′0″W, altitude 48 m (160 ft). It was declared a town in 1970, and includes the communities of MacKenzie, Christianburg, and Wismar. It lies on the Demerara River and has a population of 33,183 as of 2022. It is primarily a bauxite mining town, containing many mines 60–90 m deep, with many other pits now in disuse.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 28,674
- Coordinates
- 6.008, -58.307
- Timezone
- America/Guyana
- Elevation
- 48 m
Overview of Linden
Linden belongs to Guyana and has the feel of a low-key town. About 28,674 people are based here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. Linden is strongest on culture, nature and adventure. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Linden
Culture in Linden
(17)For culture, expect Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. In all, 17 activities are recorded in this category. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Linden.
Nature in Linden
(16)The nature shortlist for Linden: Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Geological Formations. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Linden. 16 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Adventure in Linden
(9)For adventure, expect Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Escape Room. The full list runs to 9 activities. The list follows Linden's own activity tags.
Sports in Linden
(9)On the sports side, Linden offers Biking, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Hunting and Running. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Linden. 9 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Nightlife in Linden
(7)Our data lists Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events as nightlife options here. The full list runs to 7 activities. The list follows Linden's own activity tags.
Water Sports in Linden
(6)Under water sports, Linden is tagged with Jet Skiing, Paddle, Rafting, Snorkeling and Swimming. The full list runs to 6 activities. The list follows Linden's own activity tags.
Family in Linden
(3)Our data lists Aquariums, Water Parks and Zoo as family options here. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Linden.
Wellness in Linden
(2)The wellness shortlist for Linden: Farms and Wellness. It is a direct read of Linden's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Shopping in Linden
(1)Looking for shopping? Linden has Food. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Linden.
More to do in Linden
(1)Other activities lovers get Fishing. It is a direct read of Linden's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Linden
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Linden viable all year.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Guyana plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to America/Guyana on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Linden that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Linden known for?
- Travellers associate Linden with culture, nature and adventure. It sits in Guyana and counts about 28,674 residents.
- What can you do in Linden?
- Linden is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Linden?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best. April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. December to February is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Linden viable all year.
- Where is Linden located?
- Linden belongs to Guyana, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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