Historic Falmouth Cruise Port
Historic Falmouth Cruise Port
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collhugh7
2 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
The best part of this port was our pedicab guide Eggroll. It's about 45min, $25USD + tip, and i was impressed how knowledgeable this young man was. There's so much more to this country than the pretty package you're fed within the port gates (where you can get any and every souvenir). I wouldn't want to explore outside the gates on my own. Maybe in a large group it would be ok. Eggroll will take good care of you, make sure you find the best food, and learn some history too. Yeah Mon!
Written December 7, 2024
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B4kreno
Reno, NV24 contributions
Jan 2025 • Family
Jamaica is a beautiful place with the lush green mountains. At the cruise port I felt like I was always being hounded to buy items. After already visiting another port that we were hounded on I feel like I could have stayed on the ship and just enjoyed watching people walk around the port village. I was also upset that they had no live reggae music playing in the port.
Written January 7, 2025
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Shannon S
27 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
Port was ok. Went on early morning excursion came back to wander around the port but everything was very expensive. I grabbed some coffee as I planned to and got back on the ship. Prices are extreme and locals unwillingness to hagle for a reasonable price. Disappointing..other folks who wandered outside the gates said it wasn't worth it
Written February 18, 2024
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Hannah E
32 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
We loved this port, we were warned by many cruisers ahead of time that the port was full of aggressive vendors, but we did not find that to be true at all. It was a beautiful and clean port with many friendly vendors and shops. There were entertainers performing as well, which was wonderful for our children to experience another beautiful culture. We enjoyed it very much and left with tons of Jamaican treasures and goodies for fair prices.
Written April 1, 2024
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CAtrimble
9 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
This Port was easy for our family to maneuver. Those is a wheelchair could get off the ship and enjoy a taste of local culture. There was a live band playing Regea music with a large open area to sit/stand. Shops were your basic trinket-type souvenir shops and plenty of jewelry stores to peruse. We were disappointed about the Port at Ocho Rios being closed due to damage from a storm, but we made the best of it! I was told that Royal Caribbean developed this port, and they did a great job! Maybe next time we will be in port long enough to be able to enjoy an excursion, but we had a beautiful day in Jamaica without being pestered by locals asking to braid our hair. Everyone we spoke with in the shops was friendly and helpful. Great port to enjoy without going far!
Written December 11, 2024
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edss
Palm Beach Gardens, FL51 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
We were originally going to skip this port stop based on the travel advisory and reviews we had seen online. Once we were docked we looked down from the ship and saw how nice it looked and how calm it was (no vendors flocking to the incoming tourists), we decided to head down with the kids. We are so glad we did. The kids had a great time browsing the vendor stalls and everyone there was so nice. Of course everyone was trying to make a deal but nobody was pushy like we have experienced in other places. You could also grab a drink and walk around. We decided to follow the signs to Red Stripe Beach, but doing so stumbled upon Clubhouse Brewery right there in the port. We had a great time chatting with the owner and trying the Jamaican patties. We didn't venture far but the whole group had a memorable and enjoyable time. We felt safe and welcome the entire visit to the port.
Written March 25, 2024
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Charreke1992
32 contributions
Dec 2024 • Friends
Falmouth is clearly a poor town and it shows. Little culture to be found, little to nothing to see.
You're constantly being aggressively knocked on for tours and buying crap you don't want. You're seen as a cash cow that needs milking.
I advise not to go outside the harbor without booking a tour. We did this and didn't feel comfortable.
In the port itself is a closed shopping zone where you can shop without problems. Although there is little authentic about it because the locals are not allowed there. Is a set up village where the tourist can walk safely but completely fake so not my thing.
Best to book a tour in advance or stay on the ship ...
You're constantly being aggressively knocked on for tours and buying crap you don't want. You're seen as a cash cow that needs milking.
I advise not to go outside the harbor without booking a tour. We did this and didn't feel comfortable.
In the port itself is a closed shopping zone where you can shop without problems. Although there is little authentic about it because the locals are not allowed there. Is a set up village where the tourist can walk safely but completely fake so not my thing.
Best to book a tour in advance or stay on the ship ...
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Written December 16, 2024
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James L
Seattle, WA24 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Had a wonderful experience with Rory & his pedicab right at the cruise center! He took us to Kimbo Pot Restaurant nearby (outstanding jerk chicken) & then took us back (with historical references along the way) to the cruise ship. Really pleasant experience & wonderful lunch
Written February 23, 2024
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David S
30 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Cruise port ok overall with many tourist and jewellery shops. Very clean and well kept.
One major complaint was quality of live music. Sat in afternoon on balcony overlooking terminal. Live music was very loud, repetitive and not at all tuneful. Seemed to consist of very heavy drumming with some poor vocals. No one stood around listening. Could have been so much better and entertaining.
One major complaint was quality of live music. Sat in afternoon on balcony overlooking terminal. Live music was very loud, repetitive and not at all tuneful. Seemed to consist of very heavy drumming with some poor vocals. No one stood around listening. Could have been so much better and entertaining.
Written February 10, 2024
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qwerty103
Sarasota, FL344 contributions
Jan 2023
This is one of those cleaned up areas owned by the cruise companies, not by local Jamaicans. It's completely sanitized with their own food, drinks and a live band or two. To see the real Jamaica, wander past the guests. The buildings are falling down, every 2 feet we were stopped by a local wanting to sell us something. The area is dirty, gritty but real. Not worth seeing unless you book an excursion then the cruise company will take you to another sanitized area.
Written February 1, 2023
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How accessible is the area. My daughter is wanting to cruise and we are looking at what ports are like and activities
Written November 30, 2022
The port itself is accessible, tours are run by companies providing transportation. Foot traffic outside the gates of the port are rather unsettling. From the moment of crossing the street we were met with demands for money to ensure we would not be bothered. The portion of the city we saw was dirty, unkept, rampant drug use evidence. I do not plan on visiting again.
Written December 1, 2022
Is the love lock sign still in the cruise port? We’ve not been since 2019, and I’d love to add my lock.
Written August 28, 2022
Is there a beach within walking distance from the port? And is it safe to go?
Written March 15, 2019
NO...Based upon recent events there last year we stay in the port area. Be careful. If you venture out we strongly suggest you go with the cruise ship tour.
Written March 16, 2019
Is there a grocery/liqueur store near the port where I can purchase some Wray & Nephew rum.
Thank you.
Written March 14, 2019
Yes, there are a number of shops just after you disembark that can meet you shopping needs for rum. Enjoy!
Written March 17, 2019
How far from the Falmouth Cruise ship docking port is the Falmouth All Age School? Is it within walking distance? or Driving? How far in blocks or miles? Thank you!! :)
Written March 11, 2019
Hi, it's about a 15 minute walk from the cruise terminal. As you come out the cruise terminal turn right and follow the road past the main town hall/court house and the school is on the right. You can hire a guide outside the port who will give you a walking tour of Falmouth taking in the historical sites and the school.
Written March 11, 2019
Are there any good cigar shops in the port area (Falmouth)
Written January 6, 2019
Good afternoon I dont smoke cigarettes or cigars but i like the aroma a cigar gives...My advice is to ask the barman at the Spice Kitchen and bar. If anyone can help i think it would be him..I got on well with them and found them informative
The spice kitchen is not far from the ship..Its a big open sided place with a distinctive signs ..Hope that helps.
Written January 7, 2019
I saw in the reviews there was basket making, is this inside the port and is there a charge to participate. Also I would like to know if the trolley tour (1 hour) outside the gates is safe
Linda
Written October 28, 2018
I don't know about the trolley tour. The basket making is pretty informal by a small independent vendor. He was taking donations.
Written November 27, 2018
Is it possible to enter the store without cruise card id for alcohol purchase? We flew instead of cruise ship this trip.
Written October 18, 2018
I was never asked for my cruise ship ID in the stores, but we had to show it to security before entering the shopping area. I’m not sure if the shopping is reserved for the cruise ship passengers only or not.
Written October 18, 2018
I need a little clarification. Is the shop area at the Port of Falmouth only for the cruise ship passengers, or can I visit from one of the local resorts?
Written February 7, 2018
I was there in February and you had to show your cruise cards.
Written May 25, 2018
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