13 days in Jamaica Itinerary

A trip to Ocho Rios, the tourist hub of Saint Ann Parish, offers travelers a staggering amount of activities and cultural attractions.

Explore hidden gems such as Nature & Wildlife Tours and Spas. Step out of Ocho Rios with an excursion to Puerto Seco Beach in Discovery Bay--about 38 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, look for gifts at Jewels & Time Duty Free Jewelers, admire the natural beauty at Shaw Park Gardens & Waterfalls, and see Off-Road Tours.

For reviews and more tourist information, go to the Ocho Rios day trip planner.

Paris, France to Ocho Rios is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a -6 hour difference. Prepare for much warmer weather when traveling from Paris in February: high temperatures in Ocho Rios hover around 36°C and lows are around 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can go by car to Port Antonio.

A coastal getaway from coastal getaways, Port Antonio offers a break from the more touristy retreats in the west of the island.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): kick back and relax at San San Beach, then stroll through Winifred Beach, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Blue Lagoon. Here are some ideas for day two: take a stroll through Titchfield and then explore the activities along Rio Grande.

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Getting from Ocho Rios to Port Antonio by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. March in Port Antonio sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can drive to Negril.

Once Jamaica's hidden gem, Negril has significantly expanded its infrastructure without losing its casual way of life.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Barney's Flower & Hummingbird Garden Jamaica and Booby Cay Island. There's still lots to do: stroll through Half Moon Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at Mary, Gate of Heaven Catholic Church, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and get a dose of the wild on Kingsley's Take Care Tours - Day Tours.

For traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Negril road trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Port Antonio to Negril takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Negril are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to drive to Montego Bay.

The second largest city in Jamaica, Montego Bay boasts an international airport and a major cruise-line terminal, so it regularly receives a big influx of visitors to the island.

Step off the beaten path and head to Rocklands Bird Sanctuary ( Montego Bay) and Zipline. And it doesn't end there: tee off at Cinnamon Hill Golf Course, take in the waterfront activity at Montego Bay Yacht Club, cast your line with a fishing tour, and don't miss a visit to The Cage.

For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Montego Bay visit website.

Getting from Negril to Montego Bay by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Montego Bay are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.