Where the ship docks
Ships dock at Historic Falmouth Cruise Port, a two-berth pier in Falmouth, Trelawny, on Jamaica's north coast. It opened in March 2011, and the Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) is responsible for it. The port says Falmouth is 18 miles east of Montego Bay and 59 miles west of Ocho Rios.
Getting around
- The historic town center is walkable from the port.
- Licensed tour operators and taxis serve trips to river, waterfall and beach excursions along the north coast; book through your cruise line or a licensed operator.
Things to do near the pier
- Walk Falmouth's Georgian-era town center near the port.
- Browse the Artisan Village at the port, which the PAJ describes as a marketplace of handmade wood carvings, paintings, jewelry and textiles.
- The port area also has shops and restaurants.
- River rafting, waterfall and beach excursions run from the port.
Money and safety basics
- Jamaica's currency is the Jamaican dollar; US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas. Carry small bills.
- Check the State Department travel advisory for Jamaica before you go.
All-aboard tips
- All aboard: Use the all-aboard time printed in your cruise app or daily planner, and set your phone to ship's time; the ship won't wait for late guests on independent tours.
- Carry your SeaPass card and a photo ID ashore.
- Check ID requirements with your cruise line and travel.state.gov / CBP before you sail.
FAQs
Do you tender or dock in Falmouth, Jamaica?
You dock at Historic Falmouth Cruise Port.
Can you walk into Falmouth town from the cruise port?
Yes, the historic town center is a short walk.
What currency is used in Falmouth?
The Jamaican dollar. US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas.
Is Falmouth the same as Montego Bay?
No. Falmouth is its own port, 18 miles east of Montego Bay, per the port.
What excursions leave from Falmouth?
River rafting, waterfall and beach tours along the north coast.
Do I need a passport in Jamaica?
Check ID requirements with your cruise line and [travel.state.gov](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html) / [CBP](https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/sea-travel) before you sail.
How do I make all aboard in Falmouth?
Use the time in your cruise app, and allow a buffer for traffic on longer tours.
Is Falmouth safe for cruisers?
Check the State Department's Jamaica advisory and use licensed operators.
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