Jamaica Spotlight – Top Things in Jamaica to see & do

Ever wonder what is the most popular places to visit in Jamaica? Visited is a bucketlist travel app, which lets you not only plan your future trip but also allows you to check off all places you have been to. It is a map travel app, which maps where you have been and lived. Jamaica is the 58th most visited country in the world. Here are the most visited places in Jamaica:

Most Visited Beaches in Jamaica:

1. Montego Bay – Montego Bay is found in the North coast opposite from Kingston and has its own airport, where most tourist arrive to for their all inclusive vacations. It is also a popular cruise port destination. It is a popular spring break destination due to its vibrant nightlife. There are countless all inclusive resorts to choose from, making it the most visited beach in Jamaica.
2. Ocho Rios – is a second most popular beach destination, it has a few hotels to choose from. It used to be a fishing village, now it is home to hotels. It is not far from rainforest and the famous Dunn’s River Falls. It is about 1-2 hour drive from Montego Bay airport and also is a port city.
3. Negril – Is the third most visited beach in Jamaica for tourist to visit. It is known for its sandy beaches and turquoise waters. There is Seven Mile Beach which overlooks Long Bay which is lined with bars, shops and resorts. Most of the resorts are all inclusive and are more affordable compared to other islands in Caribbean. It is also known for its Coral Reef and snorkeling, attracting a more adventures crowd.
4. Port Antonio – The lesser popular destination to visit due its lack of hotels is perhaps the most beautiful beach in the world. It is found in northeast coast, its surrounded by mountains, waterfalls and tropical rainforests. It includes the Blue Lagoon which is unique as it combines the Caribbean Sea and Underground springs. Many movies were shot here including Cocktail, No Time to Die and Mighty Queen. It is also a secluded location where few tourists venture, making it an untouched paradise.

Most popular food in Jamaica to no surprise to anyone is Jerk Chicken.

Most Visited cruise ports in Jamaica:

1. Ocho Rios – The most popular cruise port is Ocho Rios which is not surprising as it is close to Dunn’s river waterfalls, tropical jungles and beaches making it an ideal port of call.
2. Montego Bay – Is the second most visited cruise port in Jamaica. Montego Bay has a large port which is accessible by pier making it a quick exit. Only 10 minutes away there is the Hip Strip, a beach lined with shops and restaurants.
3. Kingston – Is the capital of Jamaica, and is a vibrate Caribbean town. It is also home to Bob Marley Museum. It is also a food capital of Jamaica, offering flavors from Jerk Chicken to home made ice-cream found in Devon House a gastronomical heaven.
4. Falmouth – is the fourth most visited cruise port in Jamaica, it is known for its Georgian Style buildings. The town has its roots in sugar industry which boomed in 1700s, due to its history and architecture it is recognized as a National Heritage site by Jamaica and United Nations. For those that love birding and want a relaxing day in the Jungle, there are River rafting village about 15 minutes from the port.
5. Port Antonio – Is the fifth most visited port in Jamaica, but perhaps the most unspoiled and beautiful part of Jamaica. Being a smaller port it is typically a port of call for small and premium cruise ships. There is an abundance of waters, historical sites and tropical rainforests.

Jamaica is known for its unique and beautiful waterfalls. Here are the most visited waterfalls in Jamaica as per Visited’s users:

1. Dunn’s River Falls is not only the most visited falls in Jamaica but it is also one of the only waterfalls that can be climbed. It is about 180 feet or 55 meters high, it has giant terraced rocks which act as natural stairs. The falls take about 1-1.5 hours to climb and come with a tour guide which helps you along the way, for those that cannot climb there are stairs that you can take to the bottom. The falls fall into the Caribbean Sea with white sand beach making it an ideal location to relax post climb. It is recommended to bring your own water shoes (although they do sell them there). It is located near Ocho Rios, and is about 1-2 hour drive from Negril or Montego bay making it the most popular attraction in Jamaica.
2. YS Falls – there are seven waterfalls, it is located off of Black River surrounded with natural pools. For those that want to experience being Tarazan there is swing which you can splash into natural falls. You can also climb these falls with a guide but it is a big harder than Dunn’s River.
3. Mayfield Falls – Is a hidden falls in the mountains which is surrounded by clear waters. It has 21 natural pools including water caves as well as mini and big water waterfalls. These falls make it for a perfect relaxation in a jungle setting which visitors who like wildlife and birds will enjoy a nice stroll around.

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