Kingston, Jamaica 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Downtown Kingston

  • Arrive at Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)

    • Tips: Clear customs quickly by having your passport ready and filling out the online ED Form before arrival.

  • Check-in at The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites

    • Address: 82H Knutsford Blvd, Kingston 5
    • Reviews: A comfortable and convenient hotel with excellent customer service.

  • Lunch at Tastee Patties

    • Location: Multiple locations in Kingston, including downtown
    • Food Type: Jamaican fast food, famous for their beef patties.

  • Visit the National Gallery of Jamaica

    • Address: 12 Ocean Blvd, Kingston 10
    • Hours: Tuesday - Saturday (10 AM - 5 PM), Sunday (2 PM - 6 PM)
    • Exhibits: A diverse collection of Jamaican art and temporary exhibitions.

  • Dinner at Ida’s Bird Peri Peri

    • Location: 79 Knutsford Blvd, Kingston 10
    • Food Type: Mozambican cuisine with a Caribbean twist.

  • Evening stroll along Hope Gardens and Hope Botanical Gardens

    • Address: 4 Cornwall Ave, Kingston 6
    • Hours: Daily (8 AM - 5 PM)
    • Tips: Enjoy the serene environment, beautiful flowers, and historic structures.

Day 2: Heritage Sites and Bob Marley Museum

  • Breakfast at Juici Patties

    • Location: Multiple locations in Kingston, including downtown
    • Food Type: Continuation of Day 1’s lunch spot, offering a variety of Jamaican dishes.

  • Visit the Bob Marley Museum

    • Address: 56 Hope Rd, Kingston 6
    • Hours: Tuesday - Sunday (9:30 AM - 4 PM)
    • Tips: Book your tickets in advance to avoid long queues.

  • Lunch at One Love Cafe

    • Location: Inside the Bob Marley Museum
    • Food Type: Offers a variety of local dishes, smoothies, and coffee.

  • Afternoon visit to Devon House

    • Address: 26 Tarrant St, Kingston 10
    • Hours: Daily (9 AM - 5 PM)
    • Tips: Try the famous Iscream at Devon House Ice Cream in the courtyard.

  • Dinner at Miss T’s Kitchen

    • Location: 32 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6
    • Food Type: Offers a fusion of Jamaican and international cuisine.

Day 3: Blue Mountains and Strawberry Hills Inn

  • Breakfast at your hotel or grab breakfast boxes from The Courtleigh Hotel

  • Transfer to Strawberry Hill Hotel & Spa

    • Address: Old John Road, Irish Town, Kingston 19
    • Tips: Book a tour of the Blue Mountains and visit the historic St. William’s Church.

  • Lunch at Strawberry Hill Restaurant

    • Food Type: Offers a variety of international dishes with a Jamaican twist.

  • Return to Kingston

  • Dinner at Cafe Blue

    • Location: 16 Waterloo Rd, Kingston 10
    • Food Type: Contemporary Caribbean cuisine with a rooftop view of the city.

Day 4: Port Royal and Pelican Bar

  • Breakfast at your hotel or grab breakfast boxes from The Courtleigh Hotel

  • Transfer to Port Royal

    • Tips: Visit Fort Charles, Giddy House, and the Museum of Port Royal.

  • Lunch at Pelican Bar

    • Location: Off the coast of Fish River Bay, Port Royal
    • Food Type: Fresh seafood dishes, including fish, lobster, and conch.
    • Tips: Arrange a boat transfer from Port Royal or Kingston with a local operator.

  • Return to Kingston

  • Dinner at Roti Culture

    • Location: 74 Hope Road, Kingston 10
    • Food Type: Offers tasty rotis filled with various ingredients like chicken, curried vegetables, and seafood.

Day 5: Lime Cay and Departure Preparation

  • Breakfast at your hotel or grab breakfast boxes from The Courtleigh Hotel

  • Transfer to Lime Cay

    • Tips: Relax on the beach, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch.

  • Prepare for Departure

    • Tips: Check-out time at The Courtleigh Hotel is typically 12 PM. Arrange a taxi to the airport or have the hotel assist you with this.

  • Depart from Norman Manley International Airport (KIN)