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Falmouth

Jamaica · Port

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Ships calling
39ships
Upcoming sailings
262sailings
Average stay
9hours

Between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, Falmouth is located on Jamaica’s north coast. Take a walk through Jamaica’s history and local cuisine, dare to take a ride down the river on a tubing tour, visit the local sites and learn about Bob Marley’s history, and see where he was influenced to make his music on a tour of his local village.

Cruise lines calling here

  • Celebrity Cruises
  • Disney Cruise Line
  • Holland America Line
  • MSC Cruises
  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Princess Cruises
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises
  • Royal Caribbean International

Cruise port in Jamaica

Falmouth

Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 9 hours. 36 places to explore.

Ships calling here
39 ships
Upcoming sailings
262 sailings
Average time in port
About 9 hours
Lowest fare
From USD 366

Photo: Image by jemacb from Pixabay

After disembarking

Cruise ships dock at Historic Falmouth Cruise Port. Explore on foot directly from the pier.

  • Where the ship docks

    Cruise ships dock at Historic Falmouth Cruise Port.

  • Falmouth Mystic Lagoon

    The tourism authority's attractions status list shows Falmouth Mystic Lagoon as open for tours and takeaway food service.

  • Historic Falmouth Cruise Port

    This cruise terminal can accommodate up to two cruise ships.

  • Jamaica's Camouflage Clothing Rule

    In Jamaica, civilians are prohibited from wearing camouflage clothing, including children's camouflage clothing.

About 9 hours in port: where can you go?

Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.

Return travel Time at destination

Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.

Between the terminal, city and airport

Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.

Taxi

Historic Falmouth Cruise Port → Montego Bay

Exit the terminal and take a taxi to Montego Bay from the taxi queue on the right. The source lists a one-way fare of $60 for up to 4 people and does not specify the currency.

Shuttle

Historic Falmouth Cruise Port → Montego Bay

Exit the terminal and look for a shared shuttle to Montego Bay at the transport pick-up area on the right. The source lists fares of $15 per person one way and $25 round trip, but does not specify the currency.

Falmouth places to explore

Explore 6 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.

Sights 2Food and cafés 1Neighborhoods 1Activities 2
Martha Brae River rafting
Activities

Martha Brae River rafting

A bamboo-rafting trip along the river, with views of the surrounding greenery and waterways.

Fee
USD 99 (per person)
Hours
Daily 09:00–16:00
Luminous Lagoon (Glistening Waters)
Activities

Luminous Lagoon (Glistening Waters)

A boat tour starting at sunset. Microscopic organisms in the lagoon emit bioluminescent light when the water moves.

Duration
about 45 min
Fee
USD 25 (per person)
Hours
Mon–Sat 17:00–08:30
Sun 17:00–20:30
Good Hope Estate
Sights

Good Hope Estate

At a former sugar plantation, you can explore the mansion and gardens and take part in activities such as tubing and zip-lining.

Reviews say a bottle of water cost US$3 at Good Hope Estate, so check drink prices before buying on site.

Falmouth Courthouse
Sights

Falmouth Courthouse

A Georgian-style building in the area around Water Square and Market Street.

Water Square
Neighborhoods

Water Square

The village square and busy center of Falmouth. It once had a stone reservoir in the middle that stored water brought by canal from the Martha Brae River.

Trips nearby

With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.

Montego Bay

About 40 min each wayTime at destination About 7 hr 30 min
  • Rose Hall Great House
    SightsRose Hall Great House

    A mansion associated with the legend of Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall.

  • Margaritaville Montego Bay
    Food and cafésMargaritaville Montego Bay

    A bar and restaurant featuring Jimmy Buffett's music, with a slide and pool at the back.

    Reviews say the waterslide at Margaritaville Montego Bay was under repair, so check whether it is operating in advance if you plan to use it.

  • Doctor's Cave Beach
    SightsDoctor's Cave Beach

    A famous Montego Bay beach known for its clear water. Snorkeling and scuba gear can be rented.

    Doctor’s Cave Beach may be crowded on days when cruise guests arrive, so take the port situation into account if you want a relaxed beach visit.

  • Rocklands Bird Sanctuary
    SightsRocklands Bird Sanctuary

    An experience in which native birds land on visitors' palms is described.

    If driving yourself to Rocklands Bird Sanctuary, account for the steep access road and consider taking a taxi if you have a low-clearance car or are not used to driving on slopes.

  • Greenwood Great House
    SightsGreenwood Great House

    A historic mansion preserving old furniture, musical instruments, and rare books.

  • Montego Bay Cultural Centre
    SightsMontego Bay Cultural Centre

    A cultural venue covering Sam Sharpe Square and the history of Montego Bay.

  • Harbour Street Craft Market
    ShoppingHarbour Street Craft Market

    A market with stalls selling artwork, handmade jewelry, and straw hats.

  • Fort Montego
    SightsFort Montego

    Ruins of a fort with former artillery storehouses and cannons still in place.

  • Hip Strip (Jimmy Cliff Boulevard)
    NeighborhoodsHip Strip (Jimmy Cliff Boulevard)

    A street in Montego Bay lined with restaurants, bars, and shops.

  • Sam Sharpe Square
    NeighborhoodsSam Sharpe Square

    A cobbled square in central Montego Bay, with historic monuments and a lively local-city atmosphere.

Ocho Rios

About 1 hr 15 min each wayTime at destination About 6 hr 30 min
  • Green Grotto Caves
    SightsGreen Grotto Caves

    A cave with stalactites and stalagmites, said to have once been a hideout for smugglers.

  • Dolphin Cove
    ActivitiesDolphin Cove

    It offers the experience of swimming and interacting with dolphins near Dunn's River Falls.

    Digital copies of experience photos at Dolphin Cove may be expensive, so check the price before paying.

  • Fern Gully
    NeighborhoodsFern Gully

    A road where ferns form a tunnel-like canopy overhead.

  • Dunn’s River Falls & Park
    SightsDunn’s River Falls & Park

    A place where a waterfall flows into the Caribbean Sea, allowing you to see the waterfall and beach together.

    Arrive as early as possible to avoid the large crowds at Dunn’s River Falls.

  • Margaritaville Ocho Rios
    Food and cafésMargaritaville Ocho Rios

    A cocktail spot in Ocho Rios with a bar where you can order from in the water and a waterslide.

  • Sharkies Seafood Restaurant
    Food and cafésSharkies Seafood Restaurant

    A seaside restaurant in Salem west of Ocho Rios specializing in seafood caught by local fishermen, described as a place locals also visit.

  • Mystic Mountain
    ActivitiesMystic Mountain

    A park with a chairlift, bobsled ride, and zip line.

  • Ocho Rios Jerk Centre
    Food and cafésOcho Rios Jerk Centre

    An outdoor restaurant in central Ocho Rios selling jerk dishes and Jamaican sides.

  • Scotchies Drax Hall
    Food and cafésScotchies Drax Hall

    It serves jerk chicken and pork slowly cooked over pimento wood.

  • Island Village
    ShoppingIsland Village

    A shopping and entertainment destination with a boardwalk and water features outdoors.

    If you plan to use the beach at Island Village without dining at Margaritaville, be prepared to pay an access fee.

  • Miss T’s Kitchen
    Food and cafésMiss T’s Kitchen

    A garden restaurant popular with locals and visitors, with dishes including curried goat, oxtail, and jerk chicken.

    Avoid beachwear when visiting Miss T’s Kitchen and bring a change of clothes.

  • Konoko Falls and Park
    SightsKonoko Falls and Park

    A peaceful park combining waterfalls and tropical gardens, with exotic birds and native plants to explore. A small museum also offers a glimpse of the island's heritage.

  • Bamboo Blu
    Food and cafésBamboo Blu

    A seafood restaurant on the beach west of the town, featured for grilled lobster, shrimp curry, and fried fish.

    There is a reef close to shore at Bamboo Blue, so watch your footing when entering the water.

  • Reggae Hill Restaurant
    Food and cafésReggae Hill Restaurant

    A restaurant beside the White River outside Ocho Rios, serving jerk chicken, steamed fish, and more.

  • Yaaman Adventure Park
    ActivitiesYaaman Adventure Park

    It offers zip-line, dune buggy, and ATV tours at Prospect Estate.

    Bags and phones are not allowed on the ATVs at Yaaman Adventure Park, so decide where to store them in advance and check locker costs.

  • Blue Hole
    SightsBlue Hole

    You can jump from the waterfall, swim in natural pools, and swing out over the water.

  • Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove
    Food and cafésChristopher’s at Hermosa Cove

    It is inside Hermosa Cove Hotel but also open to non-guests, serving Caribbean cuisine with local ingredients.

    You may be turned away at Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove without a reservation, so book by phone before visiting.

  • The Rocks Restaurant & Bar
    Food and cafésThe Rocks Restaurant & Bar

    On a seaside cliff at Tower Isle east of Ocho Rios, it serves British and Caribbean dishes.

  • Ocho Rios Craft Market
    ShoppingOcho Rios Craft Market

    A market selling handmade souvenirs from Jamaica.

  • White River bamboo rafting
    ActivitiesWhite River bamboo rafting

    An experience riding a bamboo raft along the White River.

Cruises calling at Falmouth

262 sailings are grouped into 100 cruises by ship and route.

100 cruises call at this port.

About Falmouth

Between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, Falmouth is located on Jamaica’s north coast. Take a walk through Jamaica’s history and local cuisine, dare to take a ride down the river on a tubing tour, visit the local sites and learn about Bob Marley’s history, and see where he was influenced to make his music on a tour of his local village.

Cruise lines calling here: 8 places

Celebrity CruisesDisney Cruise LineHolland America LineMSC CruisesNorwegian Cruise LinePrincess CruisesRegent Seven Seas CruisesRoyal Caribbean International

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