Kingston, Port Royal Tour & Highlights

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PORT ROYAL

Port Royal was once the busiest city of the Caribbean. During the time of the Buccaneers, Port Royal was a bustling center for trading legitimate and ill-gotten wealth. Disaster has befallen the city many times though and it has been repeatedly ravaged by hurricanes and earthquakes. The largest of these earthquakes occurred in 1692, sending 90% of the city under water.
Port Royal is now a sleepy fishing town containing crumbling run-down remnants of its former glory. Port Royal is a great place to come to relax and enjoy the laid back atmosphere of a town enjoying “the simple life”.

Whilst being geographically close to Kingston it bears little similarity with the capital. Attractions of Port Royal include many critically acclaimed fish restaurants, 2 discos, Fort Charles and the Giddy House. Boats to Lime Cay also depart from Port Royal.

BOB MARLEY MUSEUM

The museum is situated on the site of the legendary musician’s home, which he purchased in 1975. This house, featuring 19th-century architecture, was Marley’s home until his death in 1981. It was converted into a museum six years later by his wife, Mrs Rita Marley. The main museum displays Marley’s personal treasures.

The property also features a well-equipped 80-seat theater, a photographic gallery, and a gift shop selling T-shirts, posters and CDs and other Bob Marley memorabilia as well as items from Jamaica. You can also tickle your palate with sumptuous meals from the Legend Cafe. The venue allows you to see every aspect of the life of Bob Marley and enjoy the sights and sounds of Brother Bob..

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