Port Royal (UNESCO World Heritage site)and Downtown Kingston Tour

5.0 (25 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Our history tours have been enjoyed by many visitors. We offer an enriching travel experience - accompanying and guiding visitors around Port Royal, a guided tour of Fort Charles, visit the Grand Excelsior Hotel, the National Gallery of Jamaica, Kingston Craft Market, Water Lane Art Murals and Emancipation Park. We take lots of photos for visitors, provide valuable insights and make the day memorable.

We promote places which we ourselves have explored, loved and would visit again and again! This way we are familiar with the localities and routes

Benefits of using our services: -

Certified Jamaica Tourist Board Tour Operator
Offering personalized itineraries and the flexibility to tailor your trip to your preferences.
Having in-depth knowledge of destinations and offering valuable insights and recommendations.
Competitive prices and affordability

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Onestop Cultural Tours Jamaica

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–19 years) · Adults (20–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pick-up and Drop-off in Kingston
Included: Guided tour of Fort Charles (Traveler to pay entrance fee)
Included: Visit site of the Old Naval Hospital, Fishing Port, Grand Excelsior Hotel-Formerly Morgan's Harbour
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Visit the National Gallery of Jamaica (Traveler to pay entrance fee)

Not included

Not included: Lunch & Snacks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Admission fees: Visitor to pay for guided tour of Fort Charles, Port Royal
Not included: Entrance fees: Visitor to pay Entrance fee for National Gallery of Jamaica

Itinerary

Fort Charles

one hour Admission not included

Tour of Fort Charles.

The first fort to be erected in Port Royal was Fort Charles. It was built in the late 1650-60 and was originally called Fort Cromwell but was renamed Fort Charles. The fort underwent several changes between 1656 -1670. In 1667, the fort had 36 guns and by 1765 it had 104 guns and a garrison with 500 men.

The World Heritage Committee inscribed The Archaeological Landscape of 17th Century Port Royal, Jamaica on the World Heritage List.
Port Royal

45 min

Sightseeing tour of Port Royal, including the fishing village and The Grand Excelsior Hotel.

One of the oldest and most historic regions of the country, Port Royal has maintained much of its independence as well as its heritage. Once the enclave of pirates and other outlaws, there is still a strong seafaring tradition. Much of the old city, described in the 17th century as the "wickedest city in the west", lies underwater beside the town, the result of an earthquake that in 1692 swallowed about two-thirds of the then-living space. Since then, another earthquake in 1907, numerous hurricanes, fires, and various population-decimating diseases have plagued the town. Despite all, the waters around Port Royal are a virtual archaeological gold mine, filled with pieces of history that tell of everyday life in the earliest days of English occupation.
Institute of Jamaica

45 min Admission not included

Tour of IOJ's National Gallery of Jamaica
Kingston Parish

1 h 30 min

Sightsee along the Kingston Waterfront

Stroll along Water Lane enjoying the gallery of street art and mural paintings.

Pay a short visit to Kingston Craft Market located in the vicinity of the Waterfront. There are over one hundred shops on location. Kingston Craft Market is known for its brand Jamaica
Emancipation Park

45 min

The park is located in New Kingston and is themed “Tribute to Freedom” with a pair of 11 feet bronze statue, titled “Redemption Song”. It depicts a black man and woman looking towards the sky and is located at the south east entrance of the park. Embedded in the statue’s symbolic meaning is the triumph over the tragedies of slavery. West African spiritual symbols can be seen throughout the design of the park and the colorful tropical plants and flowers make for a relaxing day. It’s a symbol of hope and freedom to the Jamaican people.