Montego Bay Scenic Tour
Back at the ship by about 1:10 pm, 2 h 20 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 20 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in Falmouth20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 25 min to the start point
- 8:45 amEarliest tour startTour runs 1 h–4 h; we plan for 4 h. Latest sensible start: 10:05 am.
- 12:45 pmTour ends25 min back to the pier
- 1:10 pmBack at the gangway2 h 20 min before all aboard
- 3:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
About this tour
The Montego Bay Scenic Tour offers a few hours of learning about the history of Jamaica's second city - Montego Bay. You will learn about slavery and colonial days, visit historical sites, as well as the museum (Montego Bay Cultural Centre) located in Sam Sharpe Square (the heart of the city). Here you get to see historical artifacts as your knowledgeable guide shows you around.
You will visit other sites that offers a breathtaking view of Montego Bay and its environs or where your can shop for souvenirs, rum and coffee or even grab a bite and mingle with the locals while adhering to COVID protocols.
You are also given the opportunity to be in charge of your tour based on your personal interest. If you choose not to spend long periods at an attraction site you have the option to move on.
Private tour English
What's included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Fees to Attractions
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Bottled water
Itinerary
- 1Rose Hall Great HouseView the panoramic view of the coast and golf course (formerly the slave plantations) of this historic great house and learn about Rose Hall's slave history and the legend of the White Witch of Rose Hall.
- 2Sam Sharpe SquareYou will walk the streets of this cobblestone town, which is in the center of downtown Montego Bay while your guide provide a rich history of the square. You will hear about how the square got its name and about one of Jamaica's national heroes.
- 3St. James Parish ChurchYou will view and hear the history one of Jamaica's oldest yet finest Anglican churches.
- 4Montego BayYou will visit Gloucester Avenue or "Hip Strip" in Montego Bay. This is a trendy part of the city with shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and art galleries such as Usain Bolt's own restaurant - Tracks and Records. Here you can stroll through the street and purchase souvenirs if you wish.
- 5Montego BayWalk the grounds of the Richmond Hill Great House overlooking Montego Bay and hear about its history.
- 6Stop 6Towards the end of your tour, we will head to Scotchies, Montego Bay's finest jerk center where you can indulge in a real taste of Jamaican jerk chicken or pork or any item on their menu.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
See booking page
From the cruise pier
About 25 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
Operated by Rudy Knows Jamaica Tours. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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