Independent in Montego Bay

A tropical neighbourhood, Montego Bay is known for being family-friendly and romantic, while offering convenient options for restaurants and bars. The neighbourhood has many charming qualities, its friendly people among the more noteworthy. Take in the natural beauty of the sea and beaches—or broaden your horizons with some local entertainment. Start by booking your hotel in Montego Bay, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Montego Bay area.

Sightseeing around Montego Bay

Browse the exhibits at Museum of St. James or Hanover Museum. Creek Dome, Burchell Memorial Baptist Church, and Saint James Parish Church are some of the notable landmarks. Create some family memories at AquaSol Theme Park and Rocklands Bird Sanctuary.

Shopping and snorkelling are a couple of popular activities in the area. Soak up some sun at Walter Fletcher Beach, Doctor's Cave Beach, and Cornwall Beach. You'll find the great outdoors at parks like Montego Bay Marine Park, Dump-Up Beach and Events Park, and Mayfield Falls. With a shopping trip to Westgate Shopping Centre, Harbour Street Craft Market, or Fort Montego Craft Market, you might find that perfect souvenir. Jarret Park, Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal, or Whitter Village will provide yet another welcomed diversion.

Don't pass up a chance to see Sam Sharpe Square, Bellefield Great House and Gardens, and Civic Centre. Church Street, Freeport Peninsula, and Indigenous Rastafarian Village are also favourite places to visit.

Getting around Montego Bay

At 4.2 km (2.6 miles), Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.) is the closest major airport to Montego Bay.