7 FREE THINGS TO DO IN OCHO RIOS

  • 1. Fern Gully – Scenic drive through a three-mile-long canyon, shaded by trees and ferns.
  • 2. Island Village – Situated in the heart of Jamaica’s popular tourist destination – Ocho Rios, just minutes away from the Cruise Ship Pier, Island Village offers the perfect mix of retail and entertainment facilities all in one convenient stop. With its picturesque open air setting incorporating natural spring lagoons and beautiful flowering trees, this complex has the remarkable feeling of being almost at “One With Nature”. It manages to recreate the ambiance of a picturesque Caribbean village setting, yet at the same time housing retail and entertainment facilities. Island Village is located on the beach and stays true to its tropical location, vibrant gardens, scenic boardwalk and water features for a relaxed shopping experience. Island Village gives new dimensions to the visitor experience and has completely transformed the landscape of this popular resort community.
  • 3. Market in Ocho Rios – The Ocho Rios Craft Market is the place to grab your favorite reggae recordings, t-shirts and souvenirs, crafts and carvings, folk jewelry and gifts.
  • 4. Taj Mahal Shopping Center – Located in the heart of Ocho Rios offering a wide selection of Duty Free Shopping and Jamaican Souvenirs. Home of three authentic Jamaican Restaurants: Mama Marley’s, Reggae Ally and Cafe Express. Free Wi Fi available, money exchange and dual currency ATM Machine( US and JA).
  • 5. Wassi Art – Wassi Art is a treasure chest of unusual pottery that absolutely delights collectors and art lovers alike. Considered unorthodox in ceramic art world, Wassi Art designs are brightly colored, one-of-a-kind, uninhibited and original pieces with broad appeal. Visit the new original Wassi Art shop in Ocho Rios, back with beautiful artistic pieces featuring our favorite artist Homer Brown!
  • 6. Turtle Beach – Turtle Beach, also known as Ocho Rios Bay Beach, located right by Margaritaville, is a public beach that’s within walking distance of the Ocho Rios Cruise Port and Terminal.
  • 7. Mohan’s Duty Free – If you are looking for unique jewelry, fair price, and great customer service, go see Omar at Mohan’s.

RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS NEAR THE CRUISE PORT