Port Antonio, Jamaica City Guide
For over 20 years, Pamela Lanier's Port Antonio, Jamaica Travel Guide has been your connection to Port Antonio's tourism community with invaluable details on local attractions, restaurants, shopping, museums, history, outdoor recreation and more.
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Port Antonio Places of Interest
The delightful Musgrave Market is filled with activity especially on a Saturday, which is the most important market day. Take a leisurely stroll around the market and you’ll find the true local culture of Port Antonio with the many stalls selling everything from fresh caught fish, to local produce, meat and beautiful, well priced handicrafts and souvenirs.
The Marina at Port Antonio opened in 2002 offering a real glimpse of 21st century luxury and convenience to the many yacht owners and charter operators. The beautifully protected harbor with an exquisite view is a great place to relax, enjoy the scenery and some good food. Your innkeepers may already be a member of the Marina, so when booking your bed and breakfast stay, make sure to ask what the Marina offers members if you’re interestested in boat activities or fishing trips.
Fort George was built in 1729, overlooking the East and West Harbors. The British used the fort to defend themselves against foreign invaders. Early Jamaican stonework is evident in the large 10 foot thick walls which protected soldiers during the First World War. Titchfield High School is now housed in what was once the barracks.
Once the Marina was constructed, the Railway Station seemed to be forgotten. This representation of Victorian architecture was built in 1896 and today serves as the offices of the Portland AIDS Committee. While most bed and breakfast travelers do not think to stop at this location to learn, it is most definitely worth a visit, from both an educational and architectural perspective.
Something not to be missed is the natural beauty that only Mother Nature can provide when she created the many waterfalls in and around Port Antonio. Somerset Falls has a gondola ride which takes you to the pristine cascade located in the rainforest. The innkeeper at your bed and breakfast may be able to assist you in purchasing tickets to these attractions. Smaller, lesser known descents such as Nanny Falls, Scatterwater Falls, McKenzie Falls and White River Falls provide excellent hiking opportunities for the adventurous. The deep water pools of Reach Falls are great for diving, and the Mandingo Cave just a short half mile hike up river through unsullied rainforest has a whirlpool in which you can wade and lose yourself in your surroundings. Make sure to pack a few snacks from your bed and breakfast so you’re not parched or hungry once you’ve found your secluded spot.
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