Falmouth, the seat and largest settlement of Jamaica’s Trelawny parish, can be found midway between the popular cruise ship stops of Ocho Rios and Montego Bay. Jamaica is a beautiful and historic destination, and a cruise is a great way to see more of this once-thriving sugar port. With its rich heritage, this port city is a fascinating place of call that offers visitors a wide variety of activities and attractions.
Many tourists who want to get to know its surroundings and view some of the ancient buildings in the area choose a walking tour. Remains of the biggest collection of preserved Colonial Georgian architecture in the Caribbean, located on sand-dusted streets and a wind-swept waterfront. Beginning in town, you can walk past the foundry-turned-dome, the historic Jewish cemetery, the Baptist Manse, St. Peter’s Church, and other landmarks from that period. Cooking with jerk is the island’s most well-liked pastime. Jerk, native to Jamaica, is a fiery blend of spices that’s used as a rub to flavor meats, seafood, and shellfish.