Visitors Get an Authentic Taste of Jamaica in Kingston

Visitors craving the authentic flavor and taste of Jamaica look no further than Kingston. As the capital and the largest city in Jamaica, this is where you'll find the most authentic experiences Jamaica has to offer. Vacationers flock to the Bob Marley Museum, Emancipation Park, and the National Gallery of Jamaica, among several other attractions in Kingston and surrounding areas.

About Kingston

With a tropical climate, this city located between the east coast of Jamaica and the Blue Mountains. It is a vacationer's full of rich history and culture. However, it was not always that way. In fact, what you see today was born of disaster, as the people of Jamaica have endured an earthquake, a devastating fire, and another earthquake. But out of those times, the 1960s ushered in the reggae culture and new growth. Visitors to Spanish Town can get a full look at the history of the area.

Don't Miss Opportunities

Whether you enjoy the outdoors and convening with nature or the party life of one of the Rum Capitals of the World, there is much to love about Kingston, Jamaica.

The Bob Marley Museum: No trip to Kingston is complete without a stop at the home of reggae music and the legendary Bob Marley. Here visitors can learn all about the musician's humble start to his worldwide fame in reggae.

Hike the Blue Mountains: North Kingston is a lovely place to get away from the heat and enjoy the wilderness.

Strawberry Hill: This hotel and estate is in Blue Mountain's hills surrounded by some of Jamaica's deeply rooted history. There, guests enjoy a tour through typical Jamaican colonial homes, luxurious accommodations, and even some spa time if you so choose.

Port Royal Tours: Of course, adventure seekers and the curious alike will want to visit "the wickedest city in the world," Port Royal. Famous pirates such as Captain Henry Morgan, Blackbeard, and Calico Jack all sought refuge from the law and restocked their ships in Port Royal.

Good Eats in Kingston

There are several delectable delights in Jamaica that are truly authentic to the culture of the Caribbean. Let's start with the most popular, according to research.

1. Ackee and Saltfish- The national dish of Jamaica, a fish dish flavored with ackee. Ackee is a fruit fried with onion, hot peppers, tomatoes, and boiled with fish.
2. The Jamaican Patty- Jamaican meat patties filled with unique African and Indian touches are a delight for any palette.
3. Jamaican Jerk- Pork, beef, or chicken that has been cooked over a fire pit or on a grill.
4. Brown Stew Fish- Marinated fish is cooked in a brown stew of onions, tomatoes, and more.
5. Bammy- An Arawak dish, this is a traditional Jamaican flatbread, soaked in coconut milk and fried.
6. Mannish Water- A Jamaican soup made with goat, yam, coconut, green bananas, dumplings, and hot peppers.
7. Janga Soup- A crayfish soup made with pumpkin, carrots, onion, and sweet potatoes.
8. Curry Chicken- A traditional Indian dish of chicken, curry, and rice.

Along with fruity rum drinks and decadent desserts, the islands have a mixed culture of foods that have become their own style and taste. Our advice… taste a bit of it all. You'll thank us for it.

Visit Kingston for a Taste of Jamaica

Life in Jamaica is a diverse and drastic culture. With tourism and the party life, a visit will give you just the taste you need to really get to know Jamaica. It is a great place to begin your journey in discovering Jamaica and the Caribbean Islands.

Come get a taste of the Islands in the beautiful and historical capital, Kingston, Jamaica.

**Please note for your safety that walking around after dark is discouraged.

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