Kingston Jamaica 6 Day Itinerary

Kingston, Jamaica 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Settling In

  • Accommodation: New Kingston Hotel (Central Kingston) or The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites (New Kingston) for a comfortable stay.
  • Arrival: Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) is the main airport, with frequent flights from North America and Europe.
  • Tip: Consider booking an airport transfer in advance to ensure a smooth arrival.

Day 2: Exploring Downtown Kingston

  • Breakfast: Tastee Patties for a classic Jamaican breakfast or Blue Coffee Box for a more upscale experience.
  • Activities: Visit the Bob Marley Museum, National Gallery of Jamaica, and the Institute of Jamaica (including the Jamaica Pegasus, IOJ Library, and the National Art Gallery).
  • Lunch: Head to Emancipation Park for food vendors or try Miss T’s Kitchen in New Kingston.
  • Dinner: Try Rusty’s Oceanside Seafood (Port Royal) or Tamarind Tree Restaurant (New Kingston).
  • Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring water as you explore downtown Kingston.

Day 3: Visit Historic Port Royal & Lime Cay

  • Breakfast: Grab breakfast at your hotel or try a local café in New Kingston.
  • Activities: Take a boat tour to Port Royal (Fort Charles) and Lime Cay. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch on Lime Cay or visit a local eatery in Port Royal.
  • Dinner: Return to Kingston for dinner at The Fish Pot (New Kingston) or Twist (Half Way Tree).
  • Tip: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and reef shoes for the boat tour.

Day 4: Devon House & Hope Gardens

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at Devon House or The Juici Patties (Half Way Tree).
  • Activities: Visit Devon House (for ice cream and a historic mansion tour), Hope Gardens, and National Heroes Park.
  • Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine at Devon House or opt for international options in Half Way Tree.
  • Dinner: Dine at Knutsford Court Hotel’s 10 Hope Road restaurant or try Cafe Blue (Half Way Tree).
  • Tip: Don’t miss the famous Devon House I-Scream ice cream!

Day 5: Blue Mountains & Strawberry Hill

  • Breakfast: Early breakfast at your hotel before departing for the Blue Mountains.
  • Activities: Take a guided tour to the Blue Mountains (Strawberry Hill) and enjoy scenic views, coffee tastings, and hiking opportunities.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a buffet lunch with spectacular views at Strawberry Hill Hotel or pack a picnic lunch.
  • Dinner: Return to Kingston for dinner at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel’s Savanna-La-Mar restaurant.
  • Tip: Wear layered clothing, as it can be cool and wet in the Blue Mountains. Bring rain gear and comfortable walking shoes.

Day 6: Last Minute Shopping & Departure

  • Breakfast: Enjoy your final breakfast at your hotel or try a local café.
  • Activities: Spend your last day shopping for souvenirs in downtown Kingston, Half Way Tree, or Mall at Sovereign Centre (New Kingston).
  • Lunch: Try local street food in downtown Kingston or grab lunch at a mall food court.
  • Departure: Depart from Norman Manley International Airport with memories of Jamaica and plans to return soon!