August Town Travel Guide

Kingston

Popular places to visit

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Bob Marley Museum

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Learn how a poor Jamaican man from Trench Town became an international pop star thanks to his thought-provoking lyrics and feel-good reggae music.

Bob Marley Museum
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Devon House

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Explore the opulent home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, go shopping and sample the famous ice cream in the mansion’s courtyard.

Devon House
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National Heroes Park

3/5(2 reviews)

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
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National Gallery of Jamaica

4/5(1 review)

Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.

National Gallery of Jamaica
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Jamaica House

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Jamaica House
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United States of America Embassy

United States of America Embassy is just one of the places to see in Kingston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

United States of America Embassy

Things to do

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Kingston City Private Cultural and Heritage 3 in 1 Day Tour

฿6,343
Per adult
Kingston City Private Cultural and Heritage 3 in 1 Day Tour
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Blue Mountain Sight-Seeing & Nature Trail Hike with Private Guide

฿4,581
Per adult
Blue Mountain Sight-Seeing & Nature Trail Hike with Private Guide
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Bamboo Rafting, Frenchman Cove, Boston Jerk Centre in Portland

฿6,872
Per adult
Bamboo Rafting, Frenchman Cove, Boston Jerk Centre in Portland
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Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston

฿2,203
Per adult
Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston
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Bob Marley Museum Tour from Runaway Bay

฿9,092
Per adult
Bob Marley Museum Tour from Runaway Bay
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Devon House & Ice Cream from Port Antonio

฿7,906
Per adult
Devon House & Ice Cream from Port Antonio
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Top hotels in August Town

Terra Nova All Suite Hotel
Terra Nova All Suite Hotel
4 out of 5
17 Waterloo Road, Kingston, Saint Andrew
The price is ฿5,416 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,416
per night
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 4-star resort in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, 3 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
"Old world excellence"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Terra Nova All Suite Hotel
R Hotel Kingston
R Hotel Kingston
4 out of 5
2 Renfrew Road , Kingston 10, Jamaica, Kingston, Jamaica
The price is ฿5,593 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
฿5,593
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,030 reviews)
Good hotel well located
"Stayed at this property for a second time. This room was a little bit tired but did include amenities. We had some minor issues with the lights and the tv which were resolved swiftly. The pool was out of action when we stayed and the restaurant was closed except for breakfast. Otherwise a nice hotel ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

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 ฿8,050 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
฿8,050
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (596 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
S Hotel Kingston
S Hotel Kingston
4.5 out of 5
1 St Lucia Avenue, Kingston, Saint Andrew
The price is ฿6,190 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿6,190
per night
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,103 reviews)
"I will definitely be back for my vacation in December!!!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

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 ฿5,905 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,905
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (493 reviews)
"The staff and complex is amazing"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
3.5 out of 5
81 Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston
The price is ฿6,871 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
฿6,871
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Kingston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (633 reviews)
"Very good customer service, felt a home through my stay"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024

The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
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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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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 National Heroes Park.

Harbour View
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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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