Eastern Jamaica Travel Guide

Explore Kingston A city of loud generators and louder music, Kingston pulls visitors for reggae history at the Bob Marley Museum, the National Gallery, and jerk stands on Half Way Tree. Explore Port Antonio Cradled by mountains, Port Antonio attracts swimmers to the Blue Lagoon, beachgoers to Frenchman’s Cove, and thrill-seekers rafting the Rio Grande. Explore Morant Bay Morant Bay’s shoreline and courthouse square mark a pivotal 1865 uprising; history-minded visitors study the memorials, then head to nearby fishing villages, reefs and roadside stands selling fresh fish. Explore Half Way Tree Half Way Tree functions as Kingston’s transport hub - buses, shops and music spill into the streets. Explore Bath Historic mineral springs, Bath Fountain (a 17th-century spa), plus river pools and mountain trails; visitors come for therapeutic baths, rural reggae, jerk stalls, and close access to Blue Mountain foothills. Explore Port Royal Once dubbed the wickedest city, Port Royal draws history buffs to Fort Charles, underwater ruins, and cannons along the waterfront. Explore Manchioneal A northeastern fishing village, Manchioneal draws people for rugged coastline, fresh seafood stalls, dive spots and hikes that link coastal paths to Blue Mountains foothills. Explore Moore Town A Maroon settlement in Portland where drumming, history and ceremonial dress remain public.