JAMAICA
Jamaica's classics.
Our pick of the 10 best historical tours in Jamaica. What each one is really like, who you go with, and what it costs.
Montego Bay trip to Trelawny for Jamaican cooking, comedic dance, and local history. Market fruit, Bolt links, hotel pickup.
“Mama T and Eve were amazing!! They were both very knowledgeable about the Jamaican culture. We had a great time.”
Spend 6 hours in Kingston on a small-group reggae history tour: Bob Marley Museum, Orange Street vinyl, a modern studio, plus Trench Town.
“Me and my wife were really looking forward to this tour and our guide Courtney and driver Hewitt made it a perfect choice. They welcomed us with good vibes and great music, which made trip around Kingston a pure joy. Firstly we stopRead more”
Reggae day trip from Ocho Rios to Kingston: Bob Marley Museum, Orange Street vinyl stops, Trench Town Culture Yard, and street art.
“This was the best organized excursion of our trip to Jamaica. Karen was very professional and knowledgeable regarding Jamaican history. Courtney is a local artist with a wealth of info that goes far deeper than the standard Marley tours. BotRead more”
6-7 hours touring Fort Charles, Port Royal, Kingston art and murals, and Emancipation Park. Private pickup; guided stops; fees extra.
“This was one of the best tour experiences I’ve ever had! Marie and Donovan took really good care of me during the trip. She reached out the day before and morning of to ensure I was prepared. I was the only guest for the day and she treateRead more”
AC van ride to Bob Marley’s Nine Mile birthplace and mausoleum with a Rastafarian guide, plus Browns Town drive-by and live commentary.
“Everything was beautiful. I will be sending my customers to do this tour. The experience was awesome and very educational if you didn't know the family history about Bob Marley and his family”
A peaceful 2-hour Negril river boat safari through the Great Morass and Royal Palm Reserve, with wildlife viewing and local history.
“we enjoyed our tour with captain owen, who was kind! going into the negril river, we got to see a wide variety of fauna and flora. enjoyed the glass bottom as well, as we got to see fish and starfish in the beach area, prior to entering the river.”
Port Royal day trip from Kingston with hotel pickup, Fort Charles and Giddy House, plus lunch time. Air-conditioned ride to Jamaica’s pirate past.
“The driver and the tour guides at Port Royal were amazing and funny. However, I believe the description of the tour needs reviewing. It states that this should be about "3 hrs" and the actual tour took maybe 45 mins. Lunch and the exploration of Port Royal Township needed to be requested.”
Falmouth shore excursion with guided town sights and 90 minutes at Doctor’s Cave Beach’s private club. Pickup, swim time, and price analysis.
“No historical tour at all. A drive thru town. End of story. Nice polite driver. Taken to a gift shop right off the cruise. Not what we paid for”
South Coast Jamaica culture and nature: Appleton rum tasting, YS Falls, Black River safari, and Pelican Bar. Pickup included.
“I traveled to Jamaica for the first time as a solo trip for my birthday. From the time they picked me up from the airport to the time they dropped me off, everything was amazing. I felt safe the entire time (important for a female solo traveler) anRead more”
Guided Falmouth highlights plus Doctor’s Cave Beach Club with port pickup and an English guide. 5 hours, $75 pp.
