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Montego Bay Museums & exhibitions

Our most recommended Montego Bay Museums & exhibitions

From Montego Bay: The Bob Marley Guided Tour of Nine Mile

1. From Montego Bay: The Bob Marley Guided Tour of Nine Mile

Discover the origins of Bob Marley on this tour from Montego Bay to Nine Mile in St. Ann. Visit his childhood residence, see spots where the artist took inspiration from, and view where he is buried. Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Montego Bay. Sit back and relax in an airconditioned van as you you journey on winding roads up the mountains and through the country side, to the rural district of Nine Mile in St. Ann. Take in the lush vegetation as you pass thorugh farming communities. Arrive at Nine Mile, the birth place and humble beginning of the reggae icon Bob Marley. Explore Bob’s community and tour his childhood residence. Learn about his early life and music. Stop at Marley’s meditation spot, the Mt. Zion Rock which was referenced in his song “Talking Blues.” Go to his final resting place before returning to your accommodation in Montego Bay.

Rose Hall Great House: Private Tour from Montego Bay

2. Rose Hall Great House: Private Tour from Montego Bay

Visit the former Rose Hall Sugar Estates outside Montego Bay on a private, 2-hour small-group tour. The plantation is one of Jamaica's most popular attractions. You’ll hear many stories about its history, and also about its former owner, Annie Palmer, and her cruel treatment of the slaves. Legend has it that the Great House is haunted by her spirit and that you might see or feel the presence of Annie's ghost roaming around the house. See the historic Georgian house and its furnishings, restored to its former glory. Visit the tomb of Annie Palmer and the gift shops and snack areas on the grounds. A guided tour of Rose Hall Great House is also available, but is not included in the transportation price.

Rose Hall Great House

3. Rose Hall Great House

Overlooking the glistening Caribbean Sea, lay the plains that were once known as the Rose Hall Sugar Estate, upon which, sits the legendary Rose Hall Great House. Long in ruins, the house has now been restored to its former glory. This restored Georgian mansion’s decorated with silk wallpaper printed with palms and birds, ornamented with chandeliers, furnished with mostly European antiques, and features a downstairs bar and restaurant – Annie’s Pub. Said to be the greatest of Jamaican great houses, the Rose Hall Great House has a story with all the elements needed to complete an intriguing novel. Come learn of the former mistress of the plantation, who had devilish schemes to rid herself of her husbands and several slave lovers. “The White Witch of Rose Hall” has fascinated generations, and even today, there are those who claim sightings of Annie passing through the Great House. Go on a guided tour of the Rose Hall Great House, and then visit the tomb of Annie Palmer. Perhaps you’ll have eerie encounters yourself!

Montego Bay City and Rose Hall Haunted House Tour

4. Montego Bay City and Rose Hall Haunted House Tour

Get acquainted with Jamaica's second city on a tour of Montego Bay, known to locals as 'Mobay." Discover a mix of old and new as you learn the city's rich history. Pass through downtown to see how the locals live and journey through narrow streets watching street vendors, school children and the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Go to the "Hip Strip" before visiting the residential area of Ironshore, where you will get a first-hand experience of Jamaican residences, from small homes to extraordinary mansions. Grab the chance to do some souvenir shopping at stops where you can purchase coffee, rum and spices. Then, as the sun sets, visit the home of Annie Palmer, known as the "White Witch of Rose Hall." Follow your guide on a candlelit tour through the haunted house, learning its history. Listen to the floors creak beneath your feet as the former plantation comes alive to Annie's story. She famously killed her 3 husbands and countless lovers before being murdered in the house, which she continues to haunt to this day. Watch out for ghosts, including Annie herself! You then have the option to continue to the Luminous Lagoon to see the microscopic organisms that emit a phosphorescent light when the water is agitated. Shortly after sunset, board a boat that will take you across the lagoon, and marvel at the effects as the water is disturbed. Stop for a swim to experience the miracle of seeing your body glow! This is only available in 3 locations on the planet and is a must see in Jamaica.

Luminous Lagoon and Rose Hall Haunted Great House Night Tour

5. Luminous Lagoon and Rose Hall Haunted Great House Night Tour

Your amazing adventure starts with your pick up at your hotel lobby and you are driven in comfort on a scenic roadway to Rose Hall, Montego Bay. Built-in 1770 by John Palmer and his wife, the Rose Hall Great House eventually became the residence of their grandnephew, John Rose Palmer. In 1820, Palmer married Annie, a beautiful but feisty English girl. Little did John know that his young wife possessed “black magic” powers that would eventually lead to his demise. During her reign as mistress of the plantation, Annie did away with two more husbands and countless lovers. “The White Witch of Rose Hall” has fascinated generations, and even today, there are those who claim to see Annie passing through the Great House. Enjoy a candle-lit evening tour of the Rose Hall Great House, the former home of Jamaica’s White Witch, Annie Palmer. Your tour will include captivating and chilling stories of love, murder, and mystery skillfully told by knowledgeable guides. You’re sure to feel goosebumps as these eerie tales come to life in this grand estate, where ghost sightings have been reported over the years. After the Rose Hall Great House, make your way to Falmouth where you will begin a night boat tour of the famous Luminous Lagoon. You will see things that will make you appreciate the beauty Mother nature has created for us to witness and experience!.Truly, a sight to be seen! As the boat cruises around, the water is disturbed and the organisms begin to glow. You will see an eerie light show illuminating from the back of the boat and all around from the wake.

Rose Hall Great House Day Tour

6. Rose Hall Great House Day Tour

Have a tour of the magnificent house, learning about the history of the area as well as the individuals who lived within the residence. Learn about the islands dark history. Explore the well kept grounds, and appreciate the beauty of the natural land. Built in 1770 by John Palmer and his wife, it eventually became the residence of their grandnephew, John Rose Palmer. In 1820, Palmer married Annie, a beautiful but feisty English girl. Little did John know that his young wife possessed “black magic” powers that would eventually lead to his demise. During her reign as mistress of the plantation, Annie did away with two more husbands and countless lovers. “The White Witch of Rose Hall” has fascinated generations, and even today, there are those who claim to see Annie passing through the Great House.

Montego Bay: Rose Hall Great House 2-Hour Tour

7. Montego Bay: Rose Hall Great House 2-Hour Tour

Visit the Rose Hall Great House, named after the wife of George Ash, on a 2-hour tour in Montego Bay. Admire this house, built in the style of a Georgian mansion. Its position, set high on a hill overlooking the coast, makes Rose Hall Great House a commanding presence. As you explore the house on your tour, listen as your guide tells you more about its construction and history, and then its folklore. Find out about Annie, the English wife of a family member who inherited the home in the early 1800s. Known as the "White Witch of Rose Hall," Annie was rumored to have used "black magic" to kill multiple husbands and lovers. Even today, there are people who claim to see Annie passing through the Great House, and on your tour, you may catch a glimpse of her as well. At the end, head down to the dungeon and enjoy a complimentary drink.

Kingston: Bob Marley Museum Tour from Montego Bay

8. Kingston: Bob Marley Museum Tour from Montego Bay

Enter the Museum and allow us to envelop you with the sights and sounds of Bob, as you take a guided tour of this Jamaican Heritage site. Your friendly, charming and knowledgeable guides will escort you through the grounds, which include the Main House, Exhibition Hall, Theatre, Gift Shop and Café. All the original rooms have been kept as they were when Bob lived here to ensure authenticity. The displays include a life size 3-dimensional hologram of Brother Bob from the One Love Peace Concert in 1978, his Grammy Lifetime Achievement award, his personal Recording Studio, his bedroom, favourite clothing, a vast array of Gold and Platinum Records received from all around the World, as well as the costumes of his back-up singers, the I-Threes. The air conditioned Theatre boasts modern state-of-the-art projection equipment, where live performances of Bob are highlighted to each guided tour, the “One Love Café” serves some of Bob’s favourite recipes and juices, and you will find a variety of Bob Marley souvenir items available at the Bob Marley Gift Shop.

Montego Bay: Guided Tour of The Greenwood Great House

9. Montego Bay: Guided Tour of The Greenwood Great House

Oft cited as the most original of Jamaica's great houses, Greenwood is unique because it survived unscathed during the slave rebellion of Christmas 1831. In addition to an extensive collection of Jamaican antiques, we also have the largest and rarest assortment of musical instruments and plantation library books on the island. Greenwood Great House was built in twenty years with a completion date of 1800 -- the home was mainly used for entertainment. Our 45 minute tours are led by knowledgeable tour guides and will take you through each room of the house.

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What people are saying about Montego Bay

Hi Blessed Tours did and awesome job. They was on time, friendly, the vehicle was clean and smelled great. She was knowledgeable of the area. The only thing is I thought we was going to Kingston (museum) by the description but you don't. You go to the mausoleum which has a museum feel. I thought we was getting more but was NOT disappointed by what we recieved and for the price. The tour was educational and felt connected to Bob. One other major plus for me is our driver drive with sense. We felt safe and didn't feel like we was in a race car. I highly recommend this tour with Blessed Tours. We was so satisfied we booked her two days later to go from Montego Bay to Negril for the day. We will definitely teach it to Blessed Tours when we come back to Jamaica.

Driver picked us up right on time at the lobby of our hotel, we were only two guests. First Stop Rose Hall Great House. There we had a wonderful privat tour. Next Stop was Montego Bay. Just strolling a bit around. as an extra we booked the luminous Lagoon with this tour. A magnificent experience!

Superb experience :) super nice driver is cool. Possibility of visiting the plantations of the village before the museum. Smiling, funny and cool museum guide :) recommend +++

Had a great time, and an awesome driver. There were only 2 of us so we ended up having a private tour

Enjoyed our tour guide, she was very Informative and knowledgeable