Julie's Guidebook
Beaches
One of the most famous beaches in Jamaica, noted for its crystal clear turquoise waters and near white sand. Beach restaurant, snorkeling, glass bottom boat tour and Catamaran Cruises.
There is a small entry fee.
Deck chairs and umbrellas available to rent
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Doctor's Cave Bathing Club
92 Gloucester AveOne of the most famous beaches in Jamaica, noted for its crystal clear turquoise waters and near white sand. Beach restaurant, snorkeling, glass bottom boat tour and Catamaran Cruises.
There is a small entry fee.
Deck chairs and umbrellas available to rent
Food scene
Experience the Hard Rock Cafe with a Caribbean twist. Dine indoors, poolside or on the patio deck surrounded by exclusive memorabilia.
Guests may also use the beautiful beach and pool for which there is a small charge.
Cabanas and lounge chairs available to rent.
Check website for special event and nightly entertainment.
Wednesday - Wings and Red Stripe Night
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Hard Rock Cafe
Experience the Hard Rock Cafe with a Caribbean twist. Dine indoors, poolside or on the patio deck surrounded by exclusive memorabilia.
Guests may also use the beautiful beach and pool for which there is a small charge.
Cabanas and lounge chairs available to rent.
Check website for special event and nightly entertainment.
Wednesday - Wings and Red Stripe Night
Located on Montego Bay’s Hip Strip, Margaritaville offers fun and a lively atmosphere serving a blend of American and Jamaican cuisine.
120 ft water slide into the Caribbean Sea and fun inflatables, extensive bar and cocktails.
Can get crowded on cruise ship days.
Opens Daily - 10am to 2am
Tel: 1-876-952-4777
244 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Margaritaville After Dark Nightclub Experience
Jimmy Cliff BoulevardLocated on Montego Bay’s Hip Strip, Margaritaville offers fun and a lively atmosphere serving a blend of American and Jamaican cuisine.
120 ft water slide into the Caribbean Sea and fun inflatables, extensive bar and cocktails.
Can get crowded on cruise ship days.
Opens Daily - 10am to 2am
Tel: 1-876-952-4777
House Boat Grill Restaurant
Alice Eldemire DriveMystic Thai
Pushcart
West End RoadRockhouse Hotel
West End RoadScotchies
Usain Bolt's Tracks and Records restaurant
7 Gloucester AveSugar Mill Restaurant
Zimbali's Mountain Cooking School
S Hotel Montego bay
Leader AvenueA well known institution and favorite local spot. Great for breakfast and the best milkshakes.
140 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Pelican Grill
Gloucester AvenueA well known institution and favorite local spot. Great for breakfast and the best milkshakes.
Activities
Chukka provides leading edge local tours in Jamaica including Montego Bay, Negril, Falmouth and Ocho Rios.
Zip lining, ATV, Horseback riding, Catamaran Cruise, Great House Tours, River tubing and other activities.
Opens Daily
Tel: 1-876-656-8026
55 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chukka Adventure Park & Falls at Good Hope Estate
Chukka provides leading edge local tours in Jamaica including Montego Bay, Negril, Falmouth and Ocho Rios.
Zip lining, ATV, Horseback riding, Catamaran Cruise, Great House Tours, River tubing and other activities.
Opens Daily
Tel: 1-876-656-8026
The famous Dunn’s River Falls is one of Jamaica’s natural treasures. It offers a unique experience as you climb the 600ft waterfall. It has the distinction of being one of a kind in the Caribbean.
If you do not wish to climb the falls or wish to exit before the top there are numerous entry/exit points where you can still enjoy the refreshing waters.
You can choose to climb with or without a guide
Watershoes recommenced but not mandatory despite what the local vendors may tell you.
The Falls can get crowded on cruise ship days so if possible try to plan ahead.
Entry Fee includes beach access.
Opens Daily 8.30am-5.00pm
Tel: 1-876-434-8538
800 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dunn's River Falls and Park
Main StreetThe famous Dunn’s River Falls is one of Jamaica’s natural treasures. It offers a unique experience as you climb the 600ft waterfall. It has the distinction of being one of a kind in the Caribbean.
If you do not wish to climb the falls or wish to exit before the top there are numerous entry/exit points where you can still enjoy the refreshing waters.
You can choose to climb with or without a guide
Watershoes recommenced but not mandatory despite what the local vendors may tell you.
The Falls can get crowded on cruise ship days so if possible try to plan ahead.
Entry Fee includes beach access.
Opens Daily 8.30am-5.00pm
Tel: 1-876-434-8538
Jamaica’s first Weed Bar and Herb House!
Although not just any person can purchase marijuana here as it is for medical purposes, the location offers an in house doctor, which based on your circumstances, can prescribe the use of medical marijuana in the lounge whet cannabis products such as oils and lotions are also available for purchase.
Please enjoy responsibly.
Tel: 1-876-418-7656
Islandstrains@gmail.com
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Island Strains Herb House
Jamaica’s first Weed Bar and Herb House!
Although not just any person can purchase marijuana here as it is for medical purposes, the location offers an in house doctor, which based on your circumstances, can prescribe the use of medical marijuana in the lounge whet cannabis products such as oils and lotions are also available for purchase.
Please enjoy responsibly.
Tel: 1-876-418-7656
Islandstrains@gmail.com
Island Routes Caribbean Adventures
9 The Queens DrRocklands Bird Sanctuary (near Montego Bay)
Rocklands RoadSightseeing
Montego Bay Cultural Centre (Civic Centre)
Rick's Cafe
West End RoadAhhh...Ras Natango Gallery and Garden
Rose Hall Great House
Rose Hall RoadEssentials
37 Gloucester Avenue, Hip Strip, Montego Bay
Opens - Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 6.00pm
Tel: 1-876-940-1251
Beachfront Pharmacy
37 Jimmy Cliff Ave37 Gloucester Avenue, Hip Strip, Montego Bay
Opens - Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 6.00pm
Tel: 1-876-940-1251
Alice Eldemire Drive, Montego Bay
Opens Daily 9am-9pm
Tel: 1-876-952-3866
The largest store in Montego Bay with well stock pharmacy. Also sells good range of souvenirs, kitchen and household goods, stationery and more.
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Fontana Pharmacy
Alice Eldemire DriveAlice Eldemire Drive, Montego Bay
Opens Daily 9am-9pm
Tel: 1-876-952-3866
The largest store in Montego Bay with well stock pharmacy. Also sells good range of souvenirs, kitchen and household goods, stationery and more.
Mega Mart
West Green AvenueConsejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
Public and Private Transport
There are plenty of route taxis which are inexpensive but please bear in mind that you will be sharing with others and the driver may not go directly to your location. We recommend private taxis and are happy to recommend. The Knutsford Express is a reliable buss service between major towns and cities. Car Rentals are located at the Airport and recommend these are booked in advance.
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NEAREST HOSPITAL
G-West Medical Centre, Fairview Tel: 1-876-618-4937 or Hospiten, Half Moon Tel: 1-876-618-4455. Private Ambulance EMed Tel: 1-876-275-1119
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EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Police - 119. Fire - 110