{"id":17750,"date":"2017-11-28T07:16:39","date_gmt":"2017-11-28T12:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/?p=17750"},"modified":"2020-06-22T16:19:33","modified_gmt":"2020-06-22T20:19:33","slug":"10-best-jamaica-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/10-best-jamaica-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Jamaica attractions you won&#8217;t want to miss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From the spicy jerk chicken and Red Stripe beer that refreshes like no other, to the allure of the \u201cone love\u201d attitude, it\u2019s not hard to see why Jamaica is a top all-inclusive vacation destination. The island has some of the richest natural landscapes in the Caribbean, and embraces and flaunts the many Jamaica attractions to visit and see, here.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve looked at the top <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitjamaica.com\/things-to-do\">Jamaica attractions<\/a> booked by our travellers to bring you the best things to do in Jamaica:<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Top Jamaica attractions: Mystic Mountain:<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QuktocZMlBM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/tours\/Montego-Bay\/Mystic-Mountain-Bobsled\/d432-30742P19\">Mystic Mountain<\/a> is the perfect attraction for adrenaline junkies and adventure seekers. Climb 700 feet up the Ocho Rios mountainside on the Sky Explorer Tour (ski lift) for beautiful views of the bay below; 7 zip lines and a Jamaican bobsled ride await to take you through the rainforest to the bottom.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Ricks Caf\u00e9<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16743\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753.jpg\" alt=\"One of the top Jamaica attractions: cliff divers line rock cliffs at Rick's Cafe with blue shining water below\" width=\"3008\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753.jpg 3008w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/IGP7753-140x94.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3008px) 100vw, 3008px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Just 20 minutes from the resort strip on Negril\u2019s Seven Mile Beach and you\u2019ll be at the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/tours\/Montego-Bay\/Negril-Beach-Beach-Ricks-Cafe-and-Sunset-Tour\/d432-9296P4\">Rick\u2019s Caf\u00e9<\/a>. Look out over the eastern tip of the island, nestled high on the cliffs above the Caribbean Sea, for what has been voted some of the best sunsets in the world. Rick\u2019s is known for the beautiful views, cliff divers that line up and plunge off the 35-foot cliffs, rum punch, and local musicians. Tours are available from Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Dunn\u2019s River Falls<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/TripSense_NegrilVacations_DunnsRiverFalls.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-15851\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15851\" src=\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/TripSense_NegrilVacations_DunnsRiverFalls.jpg\" alt=\"Negril vacations Dunn's River Falls Jamaica attractions\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/TripSense_NegrilVacations_DunnsRiverFalls.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/TripSense_NegrilVacations_DunnsRiverFalls-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/TripSense_NegrilVacations_DunnsRiverFalls-140x94.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The most well-known or famous of the attractions in Jamaica, find these waterfalls just outside Ocho Rios. Climb 600-feet up the falls like a staggered staircase, or enjoy the beach at the base. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Montego-Bay-attractions\/Dunns-River-Falls\/d432-a491\">Dunn\u2019s River Falls<\/a> is one of the only waterfalls in the world that empties directly into the ocean. This area is known as one of the national treasures of Jamaica, believed to be the site of the battle of the Las Chorreras in 1657.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Green Grotto Caves<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>The caves in Runaway Bay are known along the northern coast of Jamaica for their mystery and underground \u201cpassageways.\u201d Stalactites and stalagmites, bats, ceiling pockets, and ample history await here.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Historic Jamaica attraction: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Montego-Bay-attractions\/Rose-Hall-Great-House\/d432-a489\">Rose Hall<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>This restored plantation house built in 1770 is home to the legendary Annie Palmer: who presumably haunts the house. The house is restored with an extraordinary collection of furnishings to reflect 18<sup>th<\/sup>-century Colonial style. History lovers might also like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/greenwood-great-house\/\">Greenwood Great House<\/a>, which dates back over 200 years of history.<\/p>\n<h1><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Montego-Bay-attractions\/Bob-Marley-Experience\/d432-a483\"><strong>Bob Marley Experience<\/strong><\/a><\/h1>\n<p>This tour is available as an excursion from your Jamaica all-inclusive vacation, or as a shore excursion. You\u2019ll visit Nine Mile, Jamaica and learn about the roots of Rasta, reggae, and the King of Reggae\u2019s life, one love attitude, and how Bob Marley became such an icon for Jamaican culture and history. After a visit to Bob Marley\u2019s house, everything\u2019s gonna be alright on the rest of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/vacations-packages_jamaica.html\">Jamaica vacation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Appleton Estate Rum<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Jamaica is known for its famed fine rum, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/search\/appleton+estate\">Appleton Estate Rum<\/a>. Take a tour of the distillery to learn the historical journey of the rum, through to the Copper Pot Stills still used that are unique to Appleton, and give the rum it\u2019s exclusive taste. Don\u2019t forget to buy a bottle of the Appleton Estate Exclusive Jamaica Rum, only sold at the Estate. Jamaica\u2019s soil, weather, and geography is what makes Appleton Estate Rum so delicious.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Blue Mountains Tour<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Next to Jamaica\u2019s known rum, is Jamaica\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bluemountaincoffee.com\/index.cfm?method=TypesCoffee\">Blue Mountain Coffee.<\/a> Take one of the tours to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Jamaica-attractions\/Blue-Mountains\/d34-a6713\">Blue Mountains <\/a>to not only experience the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site, but learn about the varying tastes of coffee, beans, and the process. Don\u2019t forget your camera \u2013 the views of Kingston from the mountains are stunning.<\/p>\n<h1><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Montego-Bay-attractions\/Martha-Brae-River\/d432-a487\"><strong>Martha Brae River<\/strong><\/a><\/h1>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/TripSense-MoBayTravelGuide-MarthaBrae.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17190 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/TripSense-MoBayTravelGuide-MarthaBrae.jpg\" alt=\"People on raft on green Martha Brae river surrounded by vegetation and trees\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/TripSense-MoBayTravelGuide-MarthaBrae.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/TripSense-MoBayTravelGuide-MarthaBrae-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/TripSense-MoBayTravelGuide-MarthaBrae-140x94.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This river, just outside Montego Bay, is known for its river rafting aboard a 30-foot long bamboo raft. Float down the 3-mile stretch of the river, or enjoy the grounds, complete with swimming pool, park, and picnic area. The river area is the perfect spot to enjoy Jamaica\u2019s natural beauty.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Doctor\u2019s Cave Beach<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/Doctors-Cave-Beach.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6934\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/Doctors-Cave-Beach.jpg\" alt=\"Shining blue water with boat ramp at Doctor's Cave Beach\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/Doctors-Cave-Beach.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/Doctors-Cave-Beach-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/Doctors-Cave-Beach-140x94.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/en\/10465\/Montego-Bay-attractions\/Montego-Bay-Cruise-Port\/d432-a4214\">Cruising<\/a> into Montego Bay? Doctor\u2019s Cave Beach is a popular shore excursion: the beach is a famous strip outside Montego Bay, now a bathing-club. The water is crystal-clear, and the area is complete with showers, a bar and grill, gift shop, and more, making it a great go-to for travellers looking for some beach time.<\/p>\n<p>Jamaica isn\u2019t just about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/all-inclusive-vacations\/\">all-inclusive resorts<\/a>. The natural beauty, culture, music, and food make it a destination you won\u2019t want to miss. With countless Jamaica attractions to get off the resort and experience the island, you\u2019ll be feeling \u201call right\u201d here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the spicy jerk chicken and Red Stripe beer that refreshes like no other, to the allure of the \u201cone love\u201d attitude, it\u2019s not hard to see why Jamaica is a top all-inclusive vacation destination. The island has some of the richest natural landscapes in the Caribbean, and embraces and flaunts the many Jamaica attractions [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":279,"featured_media":17757,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":""},"categories":[3553,3617],"tags":[],"modified_by":"Laura Cooper","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17750"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/279"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17750"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17750\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":20508,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17750\/revisions\/20508"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17757"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17750"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17750"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17750"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}