Montego Bay Scenic Tour

5.0 (23 reviews) 1–4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Rudy Knows Jamaica Tours

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Fees to Attractions
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Bottled water

Itinerary

Rose Hall Great House

20 min Admission not included

View 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.
Sam Sharpe Square

30 min

You 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.
St. James Parish Church

10 min

You will view and hear the history one of Jamaica's oldest yet finest Anglican churches.
Montego Bay

20 min

You 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.
Montego Bay

15 min

Walk the grounds of the Richmond Hill Great House overlooking Montego Bay and hear about its history.
Stop 6

30 min

Towards 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.