August Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit August Town
Popular places to visit
Bob Marley Museum
This legend of reggae music made Jamaica famous all over the world, and you can learn all about his fascinating history right here.
Devon House
Tour antique-filled rooms, shop for gifts in a courtyard shopping centre or sample ice cream at the house of Jamaica’s first black millionaire.
Emancipation Park
Enjoy the perfume of flower displays, picnic in the shade of a royal palm or learn about statues representing Jamaican freedom in this parkland.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
National Gallery of Jamaica
Admire Caribbean sculptures and experience 100 years of Jamaican art in one of the country’s oldest museums.
National Heroes Park
Enjoy the sunny outdoors and learn all about Jamaica’s greatest sons and daughters at this huge public park, filled with pieces of modern sculpture.
Activities
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Bob Marley Museum in Kingston & Blue Mountain Coffee Tour
Our pick of the best August Town Hotel Deals
S Hotel Kingston
Always a good gotel but they never gave us the bottle of wine
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Precious is what makes ROK what it is. She goes above and beyond for her guests.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
R Hotel Kingston
The rooms were absolutely spotless. Large and spacious and we got some amazing upgraded rooms. The breakfast was amazing. I would definitely go back.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
The hotel and the staff were lovely and the hotel is conveniently located central to everything.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
Great experience. Staff was friendly and helpful. Clean and very modern facility
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Altamont Court Hotel
Breakfast great. Didn't sit by the pool
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around August Town
Mona Heights
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Mona Heights. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Hope Zoo and National Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
Mona
When in Mona, you can plan a visit to Hope Zoo and National Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Liguanea
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Liguanea. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Palace Cineplex and Bob Marley Museum are a few top places to visit.
Eden Gardens
If you're spending some time in Eden Gardens, National Stadium and Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library are top sights worth seeing.
Harbour View
Harbour View is well liked for its mountain views and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Sabina Park and Jamaica Conference Center are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
