Montego Bay, or MoBay, is the capital of Saint James Parish on Jamaica’s north coast and is a major cruise ship port with numerous beach resorts and golf courses outside of its commercial core.
Famous beaches include Doctor’s Cave Beach and Walter Fletcher Beach, home to an amusement park. There’s also snorkeling and diving at coral reefs in the protected waters of Montego Bay Marine Park.
Montego Bay is a popular tourist destination with plenty of hotels and restaurants and a port for cruise ships. The city is known for its beautiful beaches and outdoor attractions like gardens, golf courses, and adventure tours. Other popular places of interest for visitors include museums, shops and historic homes.
Check out our list of the best things you can enjoy in and around Montego Bay, Jamaica.
MoBay – Rastafari Village
Experience a warm welcome at a Rastafari village during this half-day tour of the Jamaican countryside. With a guide to making introductions, it’s easy to learn about the local culture. Following pickup from hotels in Montego Bay, ride an all-terrain buggy and stop to swim in natural mineral pools.
Club Mobay: Sangster Airport VIP Lounge, Concierge Service
Eliminate travel headaches with this airport concierge service in Montego Bay. Avoid crowded terminals at the Sangster International Airport and enjoy admission to the Club Mobay lounges during your arrival and/or departure. You’ll receive fast-track service through security, customs, and immigration, as well as snacks and beverages in the comfortable private lounges, which offer high-speed Wi-Fi.
Blue Hole, Secret Falls, and Dunn’s River Falls Combo Day-Trip
On this guided tour, combine a visit to the Blue Hole and Secret Falls with a stop at the Dunn’s River Falls all in one day. At the Blue Hole, get the chance to cliff jump and do some rope swinging. Afterward, head to Dunn’s River Falls to dip in the pools. A stop for lunch (at your own expense) is included.
Chukka Zipline, Horse Ride & Swim, River Tube, and Entry to Ocean
Combine horseback riding, river tubing, and hiking during this half-day outdoor adventure from Montego Bay, along with admission to Chukka’s Ocean Outpost Park. This tour allows you to get to know the western part of the island of Jamaica, where you can also go ziplining and rappelling. A traditional Jamaican lunch and round-trip transportation from Montego Bay accommodations are included.
Bob Marley’s Nine Mile Day-Trip with Admission & Guided Tour
Visit the birthplace and resting place of the late reggae legend Bob Marley on this all-day tour to Nine Miles. The tiny village in St. Ann offers expansive views of the area’s mountain peaks. The time includes a stop at Mount Zion, where Marley drew inspiration for his songs. Also, visit the church where his body was laid to rest.
