Top Montego Bay Historical Tours - page 2

When your cruise ship docks in Montego Bay, you'll want to have your shore excursions all lined up. By booking this combination tour—a city highlights tour with a visit to Doctor's Cave Beach—you'll avoid any last-minute scrambling or inflated pricing. The city tour introduces you to Montego Bay's culture and history through stops at James Parish Church, the Richmond Hill Great House, Sam Sharp Square, and others. Hit Doctor's Cave Beach (bring your own towels!) for some fun in the sun at one of the city's favorite sandy strips.

Visit the birthplace and hometown of reggae legend Bob Marley during this day trip from Montego Bay. Explore the remote village of Nine Miles, located in St. Ann parish, to see where Bob Marley was born and spent his formative years. See Mt. Zion, where Bob frequently meditated and composed music. Learn about the Rastafarian religion that the musician practiced through informative, engaging commentary from your local guide.

Ride a horse right into the warm Caribbean waves on a horseback tour that covers the best of Jamaica’s north shore by land and by sea. Start with a mounted jaunt along backcountry trails, winding through farmland and a historic sugar plantation. Then hold on as you and your specially trained swimming companion wade into the surf together for a wild island experience. The refreshing Horseback Ride ’n’ Swim captures the beauty of the coast, while the ATV safari brings the thrill of Jamaica’s rugged landscape to life.

Combine two of Jamaica’s top attractions on an action-packed tour of Dunn’s River Falls and the Green Grotto Caves from Montego Bay. Your pre-booked admission tickets are included, so you’ll sail straight past long lines on arrival at each natural wonder. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Explore the natural beauty of Jamaica's scenic South Coast during this private tour with a local guide. Stop at your choice of three local attractions: Appleton Estate, YS Falls, a pontoon boat cruise down the Black River, and Floyd's Pelican Bar. Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention that comes with booking a private tour. Round-trip transportation in a private vehicle is included.

Travel between the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay and your Negril hotel with this private transfer service. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport when you arrive and ready to take you to your hotel in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Begin and end your Jamaica vacation in comfort and style. With this transfer package, breeze in and out of Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay. Along with private hotel transportation, enjoy preferred-track service through security, customs, and immigration, as well as access to Club Mobay airport lounges. Hotel transfer zones include Montego Bay, Runaway Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios, Tryall and Round Hill, Trelawny, and Grand Palladium Resort.

Set sail off the north coast of Jamaica at one of the best times of day—sunset—on a catamaran cruise from Montego Bay. Soak up the island vibes as you sway to the rhythms of reggae music, sip tropical cocktails from the open bar, and take in views of the Caribbean sunset from the water.

Avoid the hassle of finding a taxi after a long flight by pre-booking your one-way or round-trip transfer to or from Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport. You’ll get door-to-door transportation with a professional driver, in an air-conditioned vehicle, with cars or minivans for up to 15 people available.

Experience some of the best of what Montego Bay has to offer with this tour of the coastal city. You'll have time to shop on the Hip Strip, go swimming and sunbathing at Doctor's Cave Beach, and spend time sipping margaritas (or whatever drink you order) at the Montego Bay branch of Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville.

Learn about the history and culture of Montego Bay on this private tour. You'll pass by key highlights in and near the city, including Rose Hall Great House and Richmond Hill Great House, downtown's Sam Sharpe Square, and St James Parish Church. You'll also have time to do some shopping on Montego Bay’s Hip Strip and try out jerk chicken or pork at Scotchies.

Immerse yourself in Jamaican culture with this tour from Montego Bay. You'll head out to Falmouth, Trelawney Parish, where you'll get the chance to watch a comedic dance piece and participate in a cooking demonstration, complete with tastings. You can even get your palm read for an additional fee before heading back to Montego Bay with your guide.

Take a trip down the Martha Brae River aboard a bamboo raft with this tour. Your driver will pick you up at your Montego Bay hotel and take you down to the river, where you'll be ferried on a ride aboard a 50-foot raft. After your experience, your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

See one of nature's most enchanting phenomena up close with this visit to the Luminous Lagoon. You'll hop aboard a boat and head out to the waters, which are illuminated after dark thanks to the presence of harmless phosphorescent phytoplankton. You'll even have the option to jump in for a swim before heading back to shore.

Cruise on Jamaica's bioluminescent Luminous Lagoon during this nighttime excursion. Glide around the glowing body of water with a local guide, then slip off the small boat for a dip in the water. Ask your guide questions about this natural wonder while sipping an included rum punch. This family-friendly activity includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, or Negril.

Dance to reggae rhythms and enjoy the cool blue Caribbean on this ‘floating party’ catamaran cruise, including stops to snorkel at a protected reef. Back on board, a DJ, unlimited drinks from the open bar, and Jamaican-style appetizers keep the energy going as you soak up stellar views of the island’s north coast.

Follow in the footsteps of country greats Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash on this tour of Cinnamon Hill Great House in Jamaica. Learn about the history of the Cash family as well as the home's original owner, poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning. Walk through the home's rooms, which are preserved exactly how they left them, with a guide providing engaging commentary as you go.

Combine stops at two of Jamaica's top attractions—Bob Marley's house in Nine Mile and Dunn's River Falls—with personalized attention on this private tour from Montego Bay. No need to rent a car or puzzle over the logistics of a multi-stop itinerary; this tour takes care of all the details for you. Sit back and enjoy the scenery during your private transfer between stops and learn about the history and culture of Jamaica through guided commentary.

Learn about the life and legacy of Samuel Sharpe, leader of the 1832 Baptist War slave rebellion, and visit the church where he preached during this historical tour of Montego Bay. See historical monuments and visit the Bellefield Great House, one of the oldest sugar plantations in Jamaica. Your tour includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Head to Jamaica's South Coast to learn about—and sample—locally produced rum with this tour to the Appleton Estate rum distillery. You'll learn about the history of rum production in the island nation, and get to try sugarcane juice (a precursor to rum) and 10 different types of rum. As a special bonus, you'll take home a free bottle of rum at the end of your tour.

Avoid waiting for taxis or taking slow public buses with this ground transfer service between Sangster International Airport and the Montego Bay area. With this private, round-trip service, your driver picks you up from the airport and drives directly to your accommodations in the Montego Bay area, and vice versa. Make the roughly 25-minute journey in the comfort of a private vehicle with air-conditioning.

Take a moonlight boat ride on Jamaica's Luminous Lagoon during a nighttime excursion from Montego Bay—a tour with special appeal for first-time visitors and nature lovers. Board a small boat to explore the bioluminescent lagoon and learn about the millions of microscopic organisms that create its eerie blue-green glow. You’ll also have time to swim and see the water glow and light up around you.

Book this private tour for an exploration into Jamaica’s history and culture from your local guide. You’ll have a private car with hotel pickup, so you can go at your own pace without sharing with a group. Visit different communities, stop at Sam Sharpe Square, learn about Jamaica’s freedom fighters, and try some local cuisine if you choose.

Learn all about the history of the Rose Hall Great House on this hassle-free tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off for ease. Listen to stories of Annie Palmer and the awful things she did to her enslaved people. You can ask your guide any questions about the property. Be prepared to hear some scary stories, including how she killed her three husbands.