Day Trips from Runaway Bay to Kingston

A treasure trove for reggae fans and a pilgrimage for Bob Marley devotees, enjoy a tour around the Bob Marley Museum at the musician’s former home and estate. Learn about his life and work here at Runaway Bay, and discover things about him that only his friends and family knew. Walk in his footsteps and see his guitars, personal belongings and experience life on the island just like he might have.

Be prepared to fully immerse in the way of life of the Jamaican people. Learn our history and what make us who we are. This journey takes you through the infamous Fern Gully which is actually a river bed, now dry, that has hundreds of species of ferns which give this 11 mile stretch of road a unique jungle like experience. Our visit to the iconic Devon House gives you a peek into how the early aristocrats in Jamaica lived. Devon House is home to our world renown Devon House ice cream - the Devon Stout flavor is heavenly. Next is our tour of the Bob Marley Museum, recently featured in the box office hit "One Love" Movie, a Bob Marley Biopic. This is the place to truly feel the spirit of Bob Marley as you walk about the house and yard that he lived and made his music.

The contrasts between urban and rural Jamaica will surprise you during this tour of Kingston and the Blue Mountains. Among the star attractions are visits to a coffee plantation, Emancipation Park and the Bob Marley Museum.

Travel the North Coast of the island to the cultural and commercial center of the Caribbean, Kingston the capital city of Jamaica, located on the southeastern coast of the island. The Kingston tour will take you away from the beach to the largest city in Jamaica. Kingston has many highlights, of which we will focus on the main historical areas such as Heroes Circle, The National Art Gallery, Bob Marley’s Museum and Devon House. Our tour features many interesting sites such as the National Heroes Circle where you will see several statues of our National Heroses beautifully crafted. Stop at Bob Marley’s Museum (optional). Continue to the National Gallery of Jamaica, one of the oldest and largest public art museums or visit the art district of Kingston and see the colorful murals on display.

Guests will ride powerful ATVs through scenic off-road trails, exploring Jamaica’s lush green tropical countryside. They will enjoy a highlight tour of Ocho Rios before visiting an 18th-century church. They will sample an authentic Jamaican beef patty, flavorfully seasoned with island spices. The adventure continues with an exciting ATV ride through scenic trails, followed by a refreshing river swim in natural mineral waters.

Experience Jamaican history and culture on this guided excursion in Kingston. After a convenient resort pickup, visit Bob Marley’s former home-turned-museum, learn about the city from a knowledgeable local guide, and visit landmarks like Devon House, Emancipation Park, and National Heroes Circle. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

Cycle through Jamaica's famous Blue Mountains during this 8-hour eco-adventure from Runaway Bay. Enjoy a scenic, relaxing drive into the mountains, then start your descent from a high elevation down through the lush mountain forest. See the fields where the famous Blue Mountain coffee is grown and harvested, then cool off with a dip in one of the area's pristine waterfalls. Brunch, lunch, all equipment and round-trip transportation from Runaway Bay are included.