A historic Georgian town on Jamaica's north coast, close to river rafting, waterfalls, plantation houses and Montego Bay.
Falmouth is a historic town on Jamaica's north coast, known for its well-preserved Georgian buildings from its days as a busy sugar port. Ships dock at the cruise port right on the edge of town.
Jamaica is a lively island with music, food and natural beauty, and Falmouth is well placed for rivers, waterfalls and Montego Bay. It suits adventurous travelers and anyone who wants a real taste of Jamaican culture.
Average daily high and low in °F, from the nearest weather station with long records: Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay (about 15 miles away). Source: Meteostat station records, 1991–2020.
Here are my favorite ways to spend a cruise day in Falmouth. Each one opens on Viator, where you can check the times, reviews and price before you book.
Three adventures in one day: swim in the Blue Hole, ride a horse along the trails, and float down a jungle river on a tube.
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Glide down a calm river on a bamboo raft with a local captain, and enjoy a traditional limestone foot massage along the way.
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A private half-day tour of Montego Bay with a friendly local guide, covering the town's sights and time at the beach.
View detailsMy favorites: raft down the Martha Brae River on a bamboo raft; climb the cascades at Dunn's River Falls near Ocho Rios; tour Rose Hall Great House, a restored plantation house near Montego Bay; walk Falmouth's historic streets and Georgian architecture; spend a beach afternoon along Montego Bay's Hip Strip.
Jamaican dollar; US dollars are widely accepted.
The town of Falmouth is right outside the cruise port, and most people take tours or taxis to reach rivers, falls and beaches.
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Explore Montego Bay
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Explore Ocho Rios
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