New Kingston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit New Kingston
Popular places to visit
Devon House
The home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire has elegant furnishings and antiques, stylish shops, restaurants and a renowned ice cream parlour.
Emancipation Park
Enjoy the colours of the Caribbean in this relaxing park, where tropical flowers and artworks symbolise Jamaica’s journey to freedom.
Bob Marley Museum
The life of the man who changed the world and touched millions of souls through the power of reggae is celebrated in his former home and studio in Kingston.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
National Gallery of Jamaica
One of the oldest museums in the Caribbean has an impressive collection of Jamaican art and showcases some of the country's most renowned artists.
National Heroes Park
Enjoy the sunny outdoors and learn all about Jamaica’s greatest sons and daughters at this huge public park, filled with pieces of modern sculpture.
Activities
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Kingston: Story of Jamaican Music Tour including Entry Fees
Mural Tours in the Downtown Kingston Art District, Jamaica
Our pick of the best New Kingston Hotel Deals
S Hotel Kingston
"Beautiful property. Wish the weekend dinner staff had better customer service and was more friendly. Some of them had staring problems or were rude and would ignore anyone requesting some assistance. Other staff members and security were so friendly after awhile the rude ones didn’t matter. Overall ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
R Hotel Kingston
"The hotel overall was clean, and the room itself was tidy and well-maintained. However, there were several inconveniences that affected the stay. The bathtub did not have a shower curtain, which caused water to splash out onto the floor during showers, creating a mess. While the room did include ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Jamaica
"Parking adequate. Staff polite & very helpful. Room modern & clean"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites
"This facility is nice and the staff was exceptional. I had a wonderful massage as well."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
"Room service charge is too expensive for buffet breakfast to be delivered"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Altamont Court Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Kingston
Half Way Tree
When in Half Way Tree, you can plan a visit to Devon House and Kings House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kencot
While Kencot isn't home to many top sights, Devon House and Carib 5 Cinema are some notable places to visit nearby.
Eden Gardens
If you're spending some time in Eden Gardens, National Stadium and Little Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and Independence Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Barbican
While Barbican may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bob Marley Museum and Kings House.
Liguanea
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Liguanea. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Bob Marley Museum and National Stadium are a few top places to visit.
