Attractions
Doctor’s Cave Beach
The story of Montego Bay's most famous beach began in 1906, when
a group of doctors decided to found a bathing club on a beach
property donated for the purpose by Dr Alexander James McCatty.
Access to the small beach at the time...
see full detailsRose Hall
The Rose Hall Great House is one of Jamaica's most popular
tourist attractions, particularly because of the Gothic horror
legend surrounding the monstrous reign of the last mistress to live
in the house. Stunningly beautiful Annie Palmer, known latterly as
the 'White Witch of...
see full detailsMontego Bay Marine Park
The Montego Bay Marine Park is a large area of sea and shore
located adjacent to the city of Montego Bay, proclaimed to protect
some of Jamaica's best coral reefs and marine resources. The park
is open to all, but has been divided...
see full detailsBob Marley Experience
Although Jamaica's legendary reggae superstar Bob Marley lived
in Kingston, his fame could not be ignored in Montego Bay. Devotees
of the singer can satisfy their curiosity by visiting the Bob
Marley Experience, a theatre and memorabilia store complex at the
Half Moon Shopping...
see full detailsFalmouth
The rather derelict Georgian port town of Falmouth is about 23
miles (37km) east of Montego Bay, and makes for an interesting
walking tour. The centre of the town is Water Square, which
features the Albert George Shopping and Historical Centre, a market
full...
see full detailsCroydon in the Mountains
Jamaica's national hero, Samuel Sharpe - the slave who led the
bloody 'Christmas Rebellion' of 1831 and helped to expedite the
emancipation of Jamaica - was born on this still-working plantation
in the interior, 24 miles (39km) from Montego Bay. Three-hour-long
guided tours of...
see full detailsHip Strip
Undoubtedly Montego Bay's liveliest area, the 'Hip Strip' (the
area surrounding Gloucester Avenue) is a tourist hotspot of
international repute. Jam-packed with sun-seeking visitors from
dawn till dusk, the area is full of wonderful local eateries and
relaxed bars where reggae music is the...
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