August Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Bob Marley Museum which includes a house

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.

Bob Marley Museum
Devon House featuring a house and a garden

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.

Devon House
National Gallery of Jamaica showing interior views

National Gallery of Jamaica

Admire Caribbean sculptures and experience 100 years of Jamaican art in one of the country’s oldest museums.

National Gallery of Jamaica
National Heroes Park showing a park

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.

National Heroes Park

Jamaica House

You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Jamaica House. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Jamaica House

National Stadium

Catch an event at National Stadium during your trip to Kingston. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

National Stadium

Activities

Private Sunset Cruise in Caribbean in St. Lucia

Private Sunset Cruise in Caribbean in St. Lucia

AU$382
per adult
Private Sunset Cruise in Caribbean in St. Lucia
Exotic Blue Mountain Coffee Tour from Ocho Rios

Exotic Blue Mountain Coffee Tour

AU$398
per adult
Exotic Blue Mountain Coffee Tour
Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats

Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats

AU$115
per adult
Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats
Deluxe Sunset and Saxophone Sail on Luxury Lady Grace Catamaran

Deluxe Sunset and Saxophone Sail on Luxury Lady Grace Catamaran

AU$304
per adult
Deluxe Sunset and Saxophone Sail on Luxury Lady Grace Catamaran
Exotic Full Day Kingston Culture Tour from Ocho Rios

Exotic Full Day Kingston Culture Tour from Ocho Rios

AU$367
per adult
Exotic Full Day Kingston Culture Tour from Ocho Rios
Bamboo Rafting, Frenchman Cove and Boston Bay Private Day Tour

Bamboo Rafting, Frenchman Cove, Boston Jerk Centre in Portland

AU$229
per adult
Bamboo Rafting, Frenchman Cove, Boston Jerk Centre in Portland
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Our pick of the best August Town Hotel Deals

S Hotel Kingston

S Hotel Kingston

4.5 out of 5
1 St Lucia Avenue, Kingston, Saint Andrew
The price is AU$257 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$257
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,401 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at this artistic boutique hotel."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

S Hotel Kingston
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
2-4 King Street, Kingston
The price is AU$287 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$287
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"This is my third time staying with them and the staff is always courteous from the front of the main entrance all the way to the front desk restaurant even the cleaning staff. Room appear small but appealing and clean. Theres on site dining but wish some shake up in both the breakfast menu as well ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
R Hotel Kingston

R Hotel Kingston

4 out of 5
2 Renfrew Road , Kingston 10, Jamaica, Kingston, Jamaica
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$312 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$312
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,146 reviews)
"Good location. I stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment which was quite nice. It felt like a home away from home. It would have been nice though if the Jamaican breakfast was included with the continental breakfast instead of for an additional charge."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

R Hotel Kingston
AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica

AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica

4.5 out of 5
38 Lady Musgrave Rd, Kingston, St. Andrew Parish
The price is AU$431 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$431
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (813 reviews)
"I loved the location, vibe, staff, food, drinks, room and cleanliness of the hotel. The atmosphere especially as a solo traveler was phenomenal. You have a return guest in me."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel

The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel

3.5 out of 5
81 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (946 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were exceptional. Ms. Dawn from the dining room was great, and the lady who checked me in was also delightful and helpful"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
Hotel Four Seasons

Hotel Four Seasons

3 out of 5
18 Ruthven Road, Kingston, Saint Andrew
The price is AU$223 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$223
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (930 reviews)
"I liked the location of the property. Very central to us and also quiet. The room and grounds are maintained to a high standard and there is parking.The jacuzzi was not working which is a shame. Staff were pleasant. The food menu had a lot to offer, and I enjoyed the food including the continental ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel Four Seasons
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Other neighbourhoods around August Town

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Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and Independence Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Beverly Hills
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Mona

When in Mona, you can plan a visit to Hope Zoo and National Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mona
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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 Heights
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Liguanea

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Liguanea. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Bob Marley Museum and National Stadium are a few top places to visit.

Liguanea
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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.

Eden Gardens
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Harbour View

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in Harbour View. You might want to make time for a stop at Jamaica Beaches or Pat Stanigar's Creations in Southside.

Harbour View

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