Falmouth Great House Tours, Falmouth Sightseeing Tours, Jamaica
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Falmouth Great House Tours and Shore Excursion Overview
Falmouth Heritage Walk
Falmouth was founded in 1769, this architectural gem boasts the finest collection of Georgian architecture in the Caribbean. The story of Falmouth begins when 'sugar was king' and it quickly became a very busy port and quite a wealthy town from the profits of sugar, rum and slavery. The tour is designed for visitors who prefers small groups seeking a rewarding cultural experience with information and interaction about Falmouth.
Falmouth Old Town
Visit the historic Town of Falmouth and view the 18th century architecture and capture the moment on camera. Speak with the towns people and get in touch with Jamaican culture. Falmouth is known as one of the best preserved Georgian towns in the Caribbean. The town was founded by Thomas Reid in 1769 with wide streets laid out in a grid with water supply and public buildings. Falmouth port was the main shipping port for the flourishing sugar industry at the time and became a flourishing market center in Jamaica.
Good Hope Great House
Good Hope Plantation in Falmouth has been lovingly restored as a fabulous estate which has its history recorded from the 18th Century, absolute gracious surroundings with today's contemporary comfort and conveniences. Sitting high in the lush secluded landscape of Cockpit Country stands an Eighteenth Century Great House named Good Hope. On 2,000 acres 600' above sea level, Good Hope is framed by dramatic blue-gray mountains and renowned for its exquisite gardens and country trails.
Greenwood Great House
The Barretts of Wimpole Street fame came to Jamaica in the 1660s and amassed great wealth from their sugar plantations. They built Greenwood in 1790 as a guest house. Both Greenwood and Barrett Hall, a couple miles up the hill behind it, once belonged to Richard Barrett, a leading planter in the island who was once Speaker of the Assembly and Custos of the parish of St. James.
Luminous Lagoon Glistening Waters
One of the world's largest concentrations of bio luminescent micro organisms exists at Luminous Lagoon at Glistening Waters in Falmouth, Jamaica. This lagoon, surrounded by mangroves, is home to microscopic organisms that emit a phosphorescent light when the water is agitated. Plan your trip for dusk and then take a boat ride onto the lagoon. As the water is disturbed, you'll see an eerie light illuminating the waters below.
Rose Hall Great House
Visit the Rose Hall Great House which is a classic 18th century sugar plantation mansion built on the shores of Montego Bay in 1780. However, this is more than a pretty house, its last mistress, Annie Palmer (the White Witch of Rose Hall) is an infamous figure in Jamaican history and the house also tells her story. A practitioner of voodoo, the Haitian art of black magic, Palmer presided over her plantation and the slaves who worked it in a cruel and was met with a violent death in a slave uprising in 1831.
Options and Extras (See Tour Options Below)
Beach in Falmouth
Relax on one of the many beaches in the historical town of Falmouth. The beaches are not far from the old town or the cruise ship pier. Take a break, and relax in peace and comfort while you soak up the Jamaican sunshine. The beaches have all the facilities that you come to expect including bars, beach chairs, showers, changing rooms and lifeguards. You can also enjoy some Jamaican cuisine and refreshment while you relax. Water sport activities are available including glass bottom boat ride, snorkelling, scuba diving, para sailing and deep sea fishing for those on longer trips.
Shopping in Falmouth
Enjoy a shopping trip to Falmouth duty free shopping center, bars, restaurants and entertainment area close to the Port of Falmouth. Falmouth Port shops featured international brands, fine jewelry, designer boutiques, Duty Free Shops and gift shops. Where you will find the largest collection of gift items, t-shirts, craft items, wood carvings, liqueur, ceramics, Jamaican Rum, brand name jewelry and watches.
Ideal for the entire family
What it Includes?
- Hotels/Villas & Cruise Ship pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable air condition transportation
- Entrance Fees to Attractions
- Local Guide
- Optional Lunch
Falmouth Shopping and Great House Tour
- Good Hope Great House
- Greenwood Great House
- Glistening Waters Luminous Lagoon
- Duty Free Shopping
- Optional Craft Market Shopping
Duration: 5:00 Hours (see below for other durations)
Booking Enquiry or Call: +1876 771 9612
Falmouth Shopping and Good Hope Great House Tour
- Good Hope Great House
- Glistening Waters Luminous Lagoon
- Duty Free Shopping
- Optional Craft Market Shopping
Duration: 4:00 Hours (see below for other durations)
Booking Enquiry or Call: +1876 771 9612
Falmouth Shopping and Greenwood Great House Tour
- Greenwood Great House
- Glistening Waters Luminous Lagoon
- Duty Free Shopping
- Optional Craft Market Shopping
Duration: 4:00 Hours (see below for other durations)
Booking Enquiry or Call: +1876 771 9612
Duration of the Tours
- Ocho Rios: 5:30 - 7:30 hour
- Falmouth: 4:00 - 6:30 hour
- Montego Bay: 5:00 - 6:30 hour
- Negril: 8:00 - 10:30 hour
- Discovery Bay: 5:00 - 6:30 hour
- Runaway Bay: 4:30 - 6:30 hour
- Kingston: 6:30 - 9:30 hour
What to Take on your Sightseeing Trip
Getting Wet and Beaches: Sun screen lotion, swim wear, towel, camera and pocket money.
Walking: Dress comfortable for walking, comfortable walking shoes, camera and pocket money.
Climbing Falls: Comfortable sneakers with good grip, beach wear, towel, camera and pocket money.
Get Quote: Airport Transfers | Sightseeing Tours | Shore Excursions | Taxi Services
All our Charter Services Operators vehicles are fully air-conditioned 4-7 seater Taxi, 15-30 seater buses and coaches. Luxury Limousine service is also available. All Taxi and Tour drivers are fully trained, licensed and approved by the Jamaica Tourist Board. We offer a 24 hour, seven day a week, private taxi and tour charter service. We go that "Extra Mile" to ensure that you have a rich and enjoyable experience.
Sightseeing Tour Packages and Cruise Ship Shore Excursions
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