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Jamaica is an active traveler's dream. The island offers a broad range of activities ranging from rugged outdoor adventures to exciting nightlife. Whether you want to sample it all or focus your attention on just your favorite passions, Jamaica is the place for an activity-centered vacation.Things to See in Jamaica
Jamaican cities each have their own special attractions, but there are many exciting and interesting places between the cities as well.
Montego Bay
Montego Bay is the second largest city in Jamaica and is the gateway to tourist activity on the north Jamaica coast. The city sits in a bay with mountains rising in the background. Montego Bay is a hub of shopping and dining, and the beaches are lined with all-inclusive resorts. In Montego Bay, be sure to check out:
Montego Bay
Montego Bay is the second largest city in Jamaica and is the gateway to tourist activity on the north Jamaica coast. The city sits in a bay with mountains rising in the background. Montego Bay is a hub of shopping and dining, and the beaches are lined with all-inclusive resorts. In Montego Bay, be sure to check out:
Rose Hall Great House: The legendary home of the infamous Annie Palmer, the "White Witch" of Jamaica. She is reported to have killed several unlucky husbands and brutalized her slaves until she herself was murdered. People claim to see her suffering ghost roaming the property. Beautifully restored and worth the visit.
Greenwood Great House: Considered one of the finest and best restored of the former plantation homes. The house belonged to the Barrett family of which Elizabeth Barrett Browning is a descendent. Greenwood Great House is filled with antiques, paintings, rare books, and furniture from the 1800s.
Falmouth: 18th century port town; this is worth a quick walking tour to see the historical buildings. The Good Hope Great House is located nearby.
Discovery Bay: Site of Columbus' landing in 1494, this is where you will find Columbus Park, an open-air museum containing a wide range of historical artifacts and information.
Runaway Bay: A growing tourist area. This is where the Spanish "ran away" to Cuba when the British invaded Jamaica.
Heading east from Montego Bay, take some time to visit these recommended stops:
Falmouth: 18th century port town; this is worth a quick walking tour to see the historical buildings. The Good Hope Great House is located nearby.
Discovery Bay: Site of Columbus' landing in 1494, this is where you will find Columbus Park, an open-air museum containing a wide range of historical artifacts and information.
Runaway Bay: A growing tourist area. This is where the Spanish "ran away" to Cuba when the British invaded Jamaica.
Ocho Rios
This is the cruise capital of Jamaica. The bay is sheltered by lush mountains and protected by reefs. Ocho Rios hums with markets, shops, restaurants, and discos. Watersports and natural wonders are also Ocho Rios attractions.
This is the cruise capital of Jamaica. The bay is sheltered by lush mountains and protected by reefs. Ocho Rios hums with markets, shops, restaurants, and discos. Watersports and natural wonders are also Ocho Rios attractions.
Dunns River Falls: One of the most photographed and visited waterfalls in the world. This 600-foot waterfall drops down to the beach. Dunns River Falls can be extremely crowded as people climb up through a series of "staircase" waterfalls.
Heading east from Ocho Rios, the drive to Port Antonio has spectacular scenery. Pass through small port towns such as Orcabessa, whose 19th century buildings are restored to their original look. There are several breathtaking views of the coastline, bays and hills. The roads are narrow and windy, so be careful when driving on your own.
Port Antonio
Once the river port destination for the banana boats, this Jamaican village was a favorite of movie stars and is the cradle of modern Jamaican tourism. The twin bays look like a Hollywood movie set and were the birthplace of bamboo rafting. Port Antonio is the mecca of the island's deep-sea fishing and a gateway to the nearby John Crow and Blue Mountain ranges. Port Antonio features the following sightseeing spots:
Once the river port destination for the banana boats, this Jamaican village was a favorite of movie stars and is the cradle of modern Jamaican tourism. The twin bays look like a Hollywood movie set and were the birthplace of bamboo rafting. Port Antonio is the mecca of the island's deep-sea fishing and a gateway to the nearby John Crow and Blue Mountain ranges. Port Antonio features the following sightseeing spots:
- Erroll Flynn: The story goes that he pulled his yacht into Kingston for repairs. While waiting, he drove a rented motorbike 62 miles over the mountains and into Port Antonio. The movie star instantly fell in love, purchased Navy Island, and became completely absorbed in the local community. He is still talked about today and his estate still contains the nearby Comfort Island Castle Plantation.
- Goldeneye: The beachfront estate of Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond novels.
- Somerset Falls: The rainforest feeds the river that is forced down a gorge, making this an awesome waterfall to see and play in. You can swim in the rock pools as you enjoy snacks sold at the concession stand.
- Goldeneye: The beachfront estate of Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond novels.
- Somerset Falls: The rainforest feeds the river that is forced down a gorge, making this an awesome waterfall to see and play in. You can swim in the rock pools as you enjoy snacks sold at the concession stand.
Kingston
Kingston, the largest English-speaking city in the Caribbean, is the cradle of Jamaican culture and contains many historical sites and botanical gardens. The first English capital city, Port Royal, was built across from Kingston in the 1600s and was later destroyed by an earthquake and tidal wave. Spanish Town, just outside Kingston, was the site of the Spanish settlement before the English forced them out.
Kingston, the largest English-speaking city in the Caribbean, is the cradle of Jamaican culture and contains many historical sites and botanical gardens. The first English capital city, Port Royal, was built across from Kingston in the 1600s and was later destroyed by an earthquake and tidal wave. Spanish Town, just outside Kingston, was the site of the Spanish settlement before the English forced them out.
Mandeville
Located 2,000 feet high, Mandeville has one of the best climates in Jamaica. The English built the city to escape the "hot tropics" of the coastline. It is a charming town and is a great spot for bird watching, caving, or to branch out and explore the mountainous regions and the south coast.
Located 2,000 feet high, Mandeville has one of the best climates in Jamaica. The English built the city to escape the "hot tropics" of the coastline. It is a charming town and is a great spot for bird watching, caving, or to branch out and explore the mountainous regions and the south coast.
Negril
The "newest" resort destination on the west coast was discovered in the 1700s by rowdy pirates. The 1960s and 1970s saw the sleepy Negril invaded by hippies from North America. Today, people are being drawn in even greater numbers to its famed seven-mile-long sandy beach and spectacular sunsets. Fun in the sun is the main attraction here, and there are few other things to do. The Negril Lighthouse, built in 1894, offers a panoramic view of the area after a climb of 100 stairs. As you head back to Montego Bay to catch your return flight, you will pass through the remains of several Great Houses and plantation estates.
The "newest" resort destination on the west coast was discovered in the 1700s by rowdy pirates. The 1960s and 1970s saw the sleepy Negril invaded by hippies from North America. Today, people are being drawn in even greater numbers to its famed seven-mile-long sandy beach and spectacular sunsets. Fun in the sun is the main attraction here, and there are few other things to do. The Negril Lighthouse, built in 1894, offers a panoramic view of the area after a climb of 100 stairs. As you head back to Montego Bay to catch your return flight, you will pass through the remains of several Great Houses and plantation estates.
Jamaica Golf
The golf courses offered in Jamaica are diverse, world-class, and can be extremely challenging. Many professional championship tournaments are held in Jamaica. The Manchester Country Club is the oldest in the Caribbean and has been in existence for over 100 years. Montego Bay alone has four championship golf courses!
Wyndham Rose Hall Golf Course
Championship 72-par course that is laid out between the sea and the mountains. The signature 8th hole plays along the sea and then out on to a peninsula; the back nine challenge the hills and offer a panoramic view (300 ft up); the 13th and 15th holes feature a waterfall!
Half-Moon Bay Golf Course
This 72-par course was designed by Robert Trent Jones. It features manicured greens.
Ironshore Golf and Country Club
This 72-par championship course adds the additional challenge of "blind" holes.
Tryall Golf Club
Located just outside of Montego Bay, this 71-par course is considered the best in Jamaica, and, along with the Wyndham course, is considered the best in the world. Several PGA championship tournaments are played here each year.
Sandals Ocho Rios Golf Club
Golf is free for hotel guests at this 18-hole mountainside course.
Breezes Golf Beach Resort
Golf is free for hotel guests. Breezes resort has the only golf school in Jamaica.
Negril Hills Golf Course
The newest championship course on the island, this Jamaica golf course is nestled in the hills.
Championship 72-par course that is laid out between the sea and the mountains. The signature 8th hole plays along the sea and then out on to a peninsula; the back nine challenge the hills and offer a panoramic view (300 ft up); the 13th and 15th holes feature a waterfall!
Half-Moon Bay Golf Course
This 72-par course was designed by Robert Trent Jones. It features manicured greens.
Ironshore Golf and Country Club
This 72-par championship course adds the additional challenge of "blind" holes.
Tryall Golf Club
Located just outside of Montego Bay, this 71-par course is considered the best in Jamaica, and, along with the Wyndham course, is considered the best in the world. Several PGA championship tournaments are played here each year.
Sandals Ocho Rios Golf Club
Golf is free for hotel guests at this 18-hole mountainside course.
Breezes Golf Beach Resort
Golf is free for hotel guests. Breezes resort has the only golf school in Jamaica.
Negril Hills Golf Course
The newest championship course on the island, this Jamaica golf course is nestled in the hills.
Jamaica Watersports
Jamaica Rafting
Jamaica has over 100 rivers, many of which are unexplored. Bamboo rafting is synonymous with Jamaica, and white water rafting sites are still being discovered. The Great River outside of Montego Bay is beginning to attract white water activities.
Diving is not one of Jamaica's top attractions. However, there are some diving spots along the north coast. Finds are yet to be developed at sites on the south coast. The waters off Kingston are dotted with many historical wrecks from over the centuries.
Diving Around Negril
Most divers gravitate to the west coast of Jamaica. There are more than 40 dive sites off a 10 mile-long reef at Booby Cay.
Montego Bay
Enjoy quality scuba diving in the protected waters of Montego Bay Marine Park. This sanctuary offers ten square miles of coral reef diving off the coast from Sangster International Airport.
Falmouth/Runaway Bay
The most abundant marine life and coral systems are found here. Canyon and wall diving are good in this area.
Jamaica Sportfishing
Fishing charters are popular with sporting types in search of the prized blue marlin, and yachting is equally popular, with the Montego Bay Yacht Club hosting the bi-annual Pineapple Cup Miami to Montego Bay Yacht race. Fly fishing can also be set up on the Great River.
Jamaican waters make for great deep sea fishing. The Caribbean waters attract numerous game fish that include sailfish, blue and white marlin, tarpon, kingfish, and barracuda.
Jamaican charter boats are readily available at the Jamaica marinas and are competitive in pricing to other Caribbean fishing destinations. In addition, arrange for exciting fly fishing opportunities on the Great River.
Jamaica has over 100 rivers, many of which are unexplored. Bamboo rafting is synonymous with Jamaica, and white water rafting sites are still being discovered. The Great River outside of Montego Bay is beginning to attract white water activities.
The Great River
Tours can be arranged that raft the river about 10 miles outside of Montego Bay and include lunch and a plantation tour.
Rio Grande
Made famous by the movie star Errol Flynn, the river located near Port Antonio is the starting-point for bamboo rafting. For several hours a skilled Jamaican boatman/guide will carry two passengers down the river, which meanders through beautiful countryside offering views of rugged mountains, wildflowers, and glimpses of rustic Jamaican life not seen from hotels or roadside stops.
Martha Brae River
Located 23 miles from Montego Bay, this river also offers bamboo rafting.
Jamaica Scuba DivingTours can be arranged that raft the river about 10 miles outside of Montego Bay and include lunch and a plantation tour.
Rio Grande
Made famous by the movie star Errol Flynn, the river located near Port Antonio is the starting-point for bamboo rafting. For several hours a skilled Jamaican boatman/guide will carry two passengers down the river, which meanders through beautiful countryside offering views of rugged mountains, wildflowers, and glimpses of rustic Jamaican life not seen from hotels or roadside stops.
Martha Brae River
Located 23 miles from Montego Bay, this river also offers bamboo rafting.
Diving is not one of Jamaica's top attractions. However, there are some diving spots along the north coast. Finds are yet to be developed at sites on the south coast. The waters off Kingston are dotted with many historical wrecks from over the centuries.
Diving Around Negril
Most divers gravitate to the west coast of Jamaica. There are more than 40 dive sites off a 10 mile-long reef at Booby Cay.
Montego Bay
Enjoy quality scuba diving in the protected waters of Montego Bay Marine Park. This sanctuary offers ten square miles of coral reef diving off the coast from Sangster International Airport.
Falmouth/Runaway Bay
The most abundant marine life and coral systems are found here. Canyon and wall diving are good in this area.
Jamaica Sportfishing
Fishing charters are popular with sporting types in search of the prized blue marlin, and yachting is equally popular, with the Montego Bay Yacht Club hosting the bi-annual Pineapple Cup Miami to Montego Bay Yacht race. Fly fishing can also be set up on the Great River.
Jamaican waters make for great deep sea fishing. The Caribbean waters attract numerous game fish that include sailfish, blue and white marlin, tarpon, kingfish, and barracuda.
Jamaican charter boats are readily available at the Jamaica marinas and are competitive in pricing to other Caribbean fishing destinations. In addition, arrange for exciting fly fishing opportunities on the Great River.
Jamaica Shopping
Shopping may be the most popular sport in Jamaica. You can indulge yourself on Harbour Street, where the Crafts Market is alive with vendors selling art pieces made of straw, batik and woodcarvings. Nearby, duty-free shops overflow with everything from Scottish cashmere, perfume and cigars to liquor, china and crystal. Gloucester Avenue's "Hip Strip," in Montego Bay, is the pulse of the town and boasts restaurants, art galleries and duty-free shopping.
There are 100 duty-free stores in Jamaica with the best shopping in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. US citizens have a $600 duty-free allowance per person. Below are some of the special items to consider bringing back from Jamaica:
- Blue Mountain Coffee
- Rum (including the famous Appleton Rum)
- Liqueurs (such as Tia Maria)
- Paintings
- Woodwork
- Straw goods (baskets and dolls)
- Silk-screened t-shirts
- Batik fabrics
- Jamaican cigars
- Pick-a-Peppa Sauce
- Scotch Bonnet pepper sauce
- Jerk seasonings
- Jamaican jams and chutneys
Montego Bay Area Shopping Centers
- The Shops at Half-Moon Bay Resort (a good place to find Bob Marley souvenirs)
- Holiday Village Shopping Center
- City Center
- Montego Freeport (near the pier)
Crafts Shopping
- Old Fort Craft Park - The Jamaican Tourist Board licenses over 180 vendors. Located on the site of a fort, you can browse for souvenir items here.
- Crafts Market - In downtown Montego Bay, this market carries a wide variety of locally made goods where you can bargain on the price.
- Things Jamaican - A store designed to encourage the development of Jamaican artwork and products. This is a great place to find artwork, sculptures, pepper sauces, rum, clothing, and wood carvings.
Art Galleries
- The Bay Gallery - Showcases the paintings and prints of local artists.
- Budhai's Art Gallery - This is the place to find artwork of famed Jamaican painter Neville Budhai. He was co-founder of the art society and his artwork captures the essence of Jamaica.
- Gallery of West Indian Art - Highlights Jamaican artists.
Ocho Rios Area Shopping Centers
- Ocean Village
- Coconut Grove
- Pineapple Place
- Taj Mahal (duty-free stores)
- Island Plaza
- Mutual Security Plaza
There are 100 duty-free stores in Jamaica with the best shopping in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. US citizens have a $600 duty-free allowance per person. Below are some of the special items to consider bringing back from Jamaica:
- Blue Mountain Coffee
- Rum (including the famous Appleton Rum)
- Liqueurs (such as Tia Maria)
- Paintings
- Woodwork
- Straw goods (baskets and dolls)
- Silk-screened t-shirts
- Batik fabrics
- Jamaican cigars
- Pick-a-Peppa Sauce
- Scotch Bonnet pepper sauce
- Jerk seasonings
- Jamaican jams and chutneys
Montego Bay Area Shopping Centers
- The Shops at Half-Moon Bay Resort (a good place to find Bob Marley souvenirs)
- Holiday Village Shopping Center
- City Center
- Montego Freeport (near the pier)
Crafts Shopping
- Old Fort Craft Park - The Jamaican Tourist Board licenses over 180 vendors. Located on the site of a fort, you can browse for souvenir items here.
- Crafts Market - In downtown Montego Bay, this market carries a wide variety of locally made goods where you can bargain on the price.
- Things Jamaican - A store designed to encourage the development of Jamaican artwork and products. This is a great place to find artwork, sculptures, pepper sauces, rum, clothing, and wood carvings.
Art Galleries
- The Bay Gallery - Showcases the paintings and prints of local artists.
- Budhai's Art Gallery - This is the place to find artwork of famed Jamaican painter Neville Budhai. He was co-founder of the art society and his artwork captures the essence of Jamaica.
- Gallery of West Indian Art - Highlights Jamaican artists.
Ocho Rios Area Shopping Centers
- Ocean Village
- Coconut Grove
- Pineapple Place
- Taj Mahal (duty-free stores)
- Island Plaza
- Mutual Security Plaza
Jamaica Beaches
Jamaica has a huge assortment of spectacular, world famous beaches. The most popular are found along the north coast, stretching 150 miles from 7 Mile Beach in Negril over to Port Antonio in the Northeast. People are beginning to discover hidden beach gems on the south coast; the Kingston area does not offer much beach activity.
Some of the finest beaches are right outside the major resorts. Unfortunately, over the last few years access to these beaches has been denied to the public. On certain beaches you may have to cross through gated "check-points", where you will be watched to ensure you don't use any of the all-inclusive facilities. Despite this, there are still many beaches with public access.
Some of the finest beaches are right outside the major resorts. Unfortunately, over the last few years access to these beaches has been denied to the public. On certain beaches you may have to cross through gated "check-points", where you will be watched to ensure you don't use any of the all-inclusive facilities. Despite this, there are still many beaches with public access.
Port Antonio
- Blue Lagoon: Though the beach is small, the large lagoon has to be seen to be believed. The cool, spring-fed waters cry out to swimmers and are a real contrast to the warmer sea waters. Floating docks encourage you to sunbathe, or you can lie out on the small beach. After a swim, try out Jamaican dishes in a casual lagoon-side restaurant.
- Boston Bay: Considered the birthplace of Jamaica's famous jerk-style cooking, it's the beach where locals make the trek just to buy dinner. You can get peppery jerk pork at any of the shacks spewing scented smoke along the beach. While you're there, you'll also find a small beach perfect for an after-lunch dip.
- San San Beach: This small beach has beautiful blue water. Just offshore, Monkey Island is a good place to snorkel and surf
Ocho Rios
- Dunn's River Falls Beach: You may find a crowd at this small beach at the foot of the falls, especially if there's a cruise ship in town. Although tiny, Dunn's River Falls has great view, as well as a beach bar and grill.
- James Bond Beach: Another alternative near Ocho Rios (if you don't mind the drive) is in the community of Oracabessa. This beach, on the estate of the Bond creator, the late Ian Fleming, is owned by former Island Records producer Chris Blackwell, so it's no surprise that it often rocks with live music performances on the bandstand.
- Turtle Beach: One of the busiest beaches in Ocho Rios is not the prettiest, but it's usually lively with a mix of both residents and visitors.
Montego Bay
- Doctor's Cave Beach: Montego Bay's tourist scene has its roots right on the Hip Strip, the bustling entertainment district along Gloucester Avenue. The sea cave's waters were said to be curative and drew many travelers to bathe here. Though the cave was destroyed by a hurricane generations ago, the beach is always busy and has a perpetual spring break feel. It's the best beach in Jamaica outside the developed resorts thanks to its plantation-style clubhouse with changing rooms, showers, gift shops, bar, grill, and even a cybercafé. There's a fee for admission; beach chairs and umbrellas are also for rent. Doctor's Cave Beach is a good spot for snorkeling, as it's within the Montego Bay Marine Park, with protected corals and marine life. More active travelers can opt for parasailing, glass-bottom boat rides, or jet skiing.
- Walter Fletcher Beach: Though not as pretty as Doctor's Cave Beach (or as tidy) Walter Fletcher is home to Aguasol Theme Park. Along with a large beach (which includes lifeguards and security), the park offers water trampolines, jet skis, banana boat rides, wave runners, glass-bottom boats, snorkeling, tennis, go-kart racing, a disco, bar, and grill. On Wednesdays and Fridays the park offers a beach bash with a live reggae show and beach party. This Jamaica beach is near the center of town, and there's protection from the surf on a windy day, so you can find great swimming opportunities here. The calm waters make Walter Fletcher Beach a safe option for children.
Negril
- Negril Beach Stretching for 7 miles (11 km), the long, white-sand beach in Negril is arguably Jamaica's finest. It starts with the white sands of Bloody Bay north of town and continues along Long Bay all the way to the cliffs on the southern edge of town. Some stretches remain undeveloped, but these are quickly fading. Along the main stretch of beach, the sand is public to the high-water mark, so a nonstop line of visitors and vendors parade from end to end. The walk is sprinkled with beach bars and open-air restaurants, some which charge a small fee to use their beach facilities. Bloody Bay is lined with large all-inclusive resorts, and these sections are mostly private.
- Blue Lagoon: Though the beach is small, the large lagoon has to be seen to be believed. The cool, spring-fed waters cry out to swimmers and are a real contrast to the warmer sea waters. Floating docks encourage you to sunbathe, or you can lie out on the small beach. After a swim, try out Jamaican dishes in a casual lagoon-side restaurant.
- Boston Bay: Considered the birthplace of Jamaica's famous jerk-style cooking, it's the beach where locals make the trek just to buy dinner. You can get peppery jerk pork at any of the shacks spewing scented smoke along the beach. While you're there, you'll also find a small beach perfect for an after-lunch dip.
- San San Beach: This small beach has beautiful blue water. Just offshore, Monkey Island is a good place to snorkel and surf
Ocho Rios
- Dunn's River Falls Beach: You may find a crowd at this small beach at the foot of the falls, especially if there's a cruise ship in town. Although tiny, Dunn's River Falls has great view, as well as a beach bar and grill.
- James Bond Beach: Another alternative near Ocho Rios (if you don't mind the drive) is in the community of Oracabessa. This beach, on the estate of the Bond creator, the late Ian Fleming, is owned by former Island Records producer Chris Blackwell, so it's no surprise that it often rocks with live music performances on the bandstand.
- Turtle Beach: One of the busiest beaches in Ocho Rios is not the prettiest, but it's usually lively with a mix of both residents and visitors.
Montego Bay
- Doctor's Cave Beach: Montego Bay's tourist scene has its roots right on the Hip Strip, the bustling entertainment district along Gloucester Avenue. The sea cave's waters were said to be curative and drew many travelers to bathe here. Though the cave was destroyed by a hurricane generations ago, the beach is always busy and has a perpetual spring break feel. It's the best beach in Jamaica outside the developed resorts thanks to its plantation-style clubhouse with changing rooms, showers, gift shops, bar, grill, and even a cybercafé. There's a fee for admission; beach chairs and umbrellas are also for rent. Doctor's Cave Beach is a good spot for snorkeling, as it's within the Montego Bay Marine Park, with protected corals and marine life. More active travelers can opt for parasailing, glass-bottom boat rides, or jet skiing.
- Walter Fletcher Beach: Though not as pretty as Doctor's Cave Beach (or as tidy) Walter Fletcher is home to Aguasol Theme Park. Along with a large beach (which includes lifeguards and security), the park offers water trampolines, jet skis, banana boat rides, wave runners, glass-bottom boats, snorkeling, tennis, go-kart racing, a disco, bar, and grill. On Wednesdays and Fridays the park offers a beach bash with a live reggae show and beach party. This Jamaica beach is near the center of town, and there's protection from the surf on a windy day, so you can find great swimming opportunities here. The calm waters make Walter Fletcher Beach a safe option for children.
Negril
- Negril Beach Stretching for 7 miles (11 km), the long, white-sand beach in Negril is arguably Jamaica's finest. It starts with the white sands of Bloody Bay north of town and continues along Long Bay all the way to the cliffs on the southern edge of town. Some stretches remain undeveloped, but these are quickly fading. Along the main stretch of beach, the sand is public to the high-water mark, so a nonstop line of visitors and vendors parade from end to end. The walk is sprinkled with beach bars and open-air restaurants, some which charge a small fee to use their beach facilities. Bloody Bay is lined with large all-inclusive resorts, and these sections are mostly private.
Other Jamaica Activities
Jamaica Museums
Museums can be found all over the island of Jamaica, but here is a list of our top 10 places to learn more about Jamaican culture:
Museums can be found all over the island of Jamaica, but here is a list of our top 10 places to learn more about Jamaican culture:
Bob Marley Museum: located in Kingston, this museum honors the world famous reggae artist Bob Marley.
Columbus Park Museum: located in Columbus Park, this museum takes you back in time and explores Jamaica's rich history.
Coyaba River Garden and Museum: located in Ocho Rios, these tropical gardens also house pre-Columbian exhibits.
Firefly: located in Oracabessa, this former residence of playwright Noel Coward now is a museum with scenic coastal views. Hanover History Museum Harmony Hall: located in Ocho Rios, this art gallery hosts the works of some of Jamaica's most talented artists.
Institute of Jamaica: located in Kingston, this museum has it all: artifacts, artworks, and history exhibits.
National Gallery: located in Kingston, this art gallery contains pieces from the past century and has a large collection of Edna Manley sculptures.
People's Museum of Craft and Technology: located in Spanish Town, this museum is devoted to Jamaican machinery.
Raggae Xplosion: located in Ocho Rios, this museum is devoted to the reggae culture of Jamaica.
Jamaica Tennis Tennis is available at most Jamaica luxury resorts; few other locales offer tennis courts. Jamaica has many spectacular tennis courts, and golf courses usually aren't far away. Private lessons are also available. Half Moon Resort claims to have the best Jamaica tennis courts on the island, with 7 of its 13 courts having lights for night play. Tryall Club and Ocho Rio's Sandals Grande also have courts for tennis playing.
Jamaica Casinos Casinos in Jamaica combine the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas with the tropical aura of the Caribbean. Most casinos are located in the larger Jamaica resorts in popular tourist locations. Be sure to play Caribbean Stud Poker, a popular poker game in Jamaica and Aruba.
In Kingston, play the slots in Terra Nova Hotel, the Jamaica Pegasus and Derby Rooms, and the Acropolis gaming suites.
Negril is home to the Hedonism II Resort, which has its own casino.
In Montego Bay, play a poker hand in the Coral Cliff Entertainment Resort, the Holiday Inn Sun Spree Resort, and Jackpot Jungle, with over 120 slot machines.
Lastly, try your odds in Ocho Rios at the Hedonism III Resort, Renaissance Jamaica Grande Resort, and Treasure Hunt Ocho Rios.
Columbus Park Museum: located in Columbus Park, this museum takes you back in time and explores Jamaica's rich history.
Coyaba River Garden and Museum: located in Ocho Rios, these tropical gardens also house pre-Columbian exhibits.
Firefly: located in Oracabessa, this former residence of playwright Noel Coward now is a museum with scenic coastal views. Hanover History Museum Harmony Hall: located in Ocho Rios, this art gallery hosts the works of some of Jamaica's most talented artists.
Institute of Jamaica: located in Kingston, this museum has it all: artifacts, artworks, and history exhibits.
National Gallery: located in Kingston, this art gallery contains pieces from the past century and has a large collection of Edna Manley sculptures.
People's Museum of Craft and Technology: located in Spanish Town, this museum is devoted to Jamaican machinery.
Raggae Xplosion: located in Ocho Rios, this museum is devoted to the reggae culture of Jamaica.
Jamaica Tennis Tennis is available at most Jamaica luxury resorts; few other locales offer tennis courts. Jamaica has many spectacular tennis courts, and golf courses usually aren't far away. Private lessons are also available. Half Moon Resort claims to have the best Jamaica tennis courts on the island, with 7 of its 13 courts having lights for night play. Tryall Club and Ocho Rio's Sandals Grande also have courts for tennis playing.
Jamaica Casinos Casinos in Jamaica combine the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas with the tropical aura of the Caribbean. Most casinos are located in the larger Jamaica resorts in popular tourist locations. Be sure to play Caribbean Stud Poker, a popular poker game in Jamaica and Aruba.
In Kingston, play the slots in Terra Nova Hotel, the Jamaica Pegasus and Derby Rooms, and the Acropolis gaming suites.
Negril is home to the Hedonism II Resort, which has its own casino.
In Montego Bay, play a poker hand in the Coral Cliff Entertainment Resort, the Holiday Inn Sun Spree Resort, and Jackpot Jungle, with over 120 slot machines.
Lastly, try your odds in Ocho Rios at the Hedonism III Resort, Renaissance Jamaica Grande Resort, and Treasure Hunt Ocho Rios.