Alexandria, Jamaica Travel Guide
City Market town in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica
Highland community in Saint Ann where travelers explore mountain tracks, citrus and coffee farms, and local markets. It’s a practical stop for trips to nearby Ocho Rios attractions, beach excursions and informal Sunday market food.
Why Visit Alexandria, Jamaica? #
Alexandria in Saint Ann Parish sits within reach of Ocho Rios and Jamaica’s northern coastal draws, making it a good base for travelers wanting quieter local life plus easy day trips. Nearby waterfalls and beaches attract outdoor-minded visitors, while roadside cooks serve jerk chicken and seafood that reflect island flavors. Local celebrations and market stalls preserve music and craft traditions, offering a glimpse into parish history and a more relaxed Jamaican pace than the busier resort towns.
Top Things to Do in Alexandria, Jamaica
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- Fern Gully drive - Drive through Fern Gully's verdant canyon lined with towering ferns and rock formations.
- Dunn's River Falls - Climb Dunn's River Falls terraces near Ocho Rios and enjoy seaside picnic spots.
- Shaw Park Botanical Gardens - Visit Shaw Park Botanical Gardens for manicured grounds, orchids, and rainforest trails.
- Green Grotto Caves - Explore Green Grotto Caves' limestone chambers, underground lakes, and guided tours.
- Roadside fruit stalls - Sample fresh ackee, mangoes, and Jamaican oranges at roadside fruit stalls.
- Konoko Falls & Park - Explore Konoko Falls & Park's gardens, small waterfalls, and cultural exhibits near Ocho Rios.
- Port Antonio day trip - Day trip to Port Antonio to visit Blue Lagoon and Frenchman's Cove.
- Ocho Rios town day - Spend a day in Ocho Rios visiting craft markets, beaches, and river tours.
Best Time to Visit Alexandria, Jamaica #
Alexandria's highland climate feels cooler than Jamaica's coast - visit November-May for comfortable weather and clearer days. The June-October rainy months bring more clouds, mud and occasional heavy downpours.
Best Time to Visit Alexandria, Jamaica #
Alexandria, Jamaica's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1912 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (239 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (217 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (305 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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How to Get to Alexandria, Jamaica
Alexandria (St Ann) is most conveniently reached via Montego Bay's Sangster (MBJ) and onward by coach, taxi or minibus. There is no passenger rail-road travel is the standard.
Sangster International Airport (MBJ): Sangster in Montego Bay is the closest major international airport for Alexandria in Saint Ann Parish; road travel to central St Ann locations is typically 45-75 minutes depending on destination and traffic. Taxis and private transfers are common.
Norman Manley International (KIN): Kingston’s airport is farther away (roughly 2-3 hours’ drive to Saint Ann) and is less convenient unless your flight arrives there.
Train: Jamaica has no passenger rail service serving Alexandria or Saint Ann.
Bus / Minibus / Taxi: Local minibuses and route taxis connect Ocho Rios, St Ann and nearby towns; larger coach operators serve the Montego Bay-Ocho Rios-Kingston corridor. From MBJ take a coach or taxi to Ocho Rios then a local taxi/minibus for the final short leg to Alexandria if required; journey time from MBJ around 45-75 minutes depending on stops and route.
How to Get Around Alexandria, Jamaica #
Alexandria is a small town in Saint Ann and is straightforward to explore on foot around the center. Streets are generally quiet and short distances are walkable. To travel further afield use local minibuses/route taxis or hire a car; taxis operate between larger towns but services can be infrequent, so plan connections ahead.
