Plan your visit to Lucea, Jamaica
Experience the historic and new worlds of Jamaica in this old colonial town and agricultural center on the north coast.
Feel the buzz of modern Jamaican life as you wander through the sunny port town of Lucea. On the edge of a bay on the popular north coast, the town features luxury beach resorts alongside colonial homes. Sit on the white sandy beach and look out to an aquamarine sea.
Lucea, the capital of Hanover Parish, is halfway between the vacation town of Negril in the west and Jamaica’s second-largest city, Montego Bay. Find the amenities of luxury vacation accommodations alongside real Caribbean life. Enjoy this country’s natural beauty and its rich history, with many surviving buildings.
The town looks so appealing that it has served as a film set. Constructed around a natural harbor and backed by green hills, Lucea offers gorgeous beaches: the main beach, the public beach and Sunset Cove. Enjoy swimming, sailing, windsurfing, snorkeling or diving in the sparkling sea.
The town is a great shopping destination. Pick up unique souvenirs. Visit the Cleveland Stanhope Markets, particularly on Saturdays, to find local riches including seafood, produce and handiworks. Try local Lucea yams, which have smoother texture than other yams.
Established for the sugar trade, Lucea remained a busy port until the 1980s. Lucea’s Hanover Parish Church is one of the country’s oldest, built in the early 1700s. Legend says that the church has a tunnel leading to nearby antique Fort Charlotte on a peninsula jutting into the ocean. The fort is very well preserved as it was never used in combat. Check out the period architecture of the Old Lucea Courthouse.
Lucea’s old jail was turned into the Hanover Museum, with a workhouse on site, which tells Lucea’s story as a banana and sugar port. Drive less than 30 minutes from the town center to several beautiful local waterfalls: Kempshot Falls, Paradise, Mayfield Falls and Dry Hill. Take a daytrip to Dunn’s River Falls, a famous Jamaican piece of natural beauty. Visit Lucea, for now a hidden gem between other popular Jamaican destinations.
Dolphin Cove Negril - Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Dolphin Cove Negril during your visit to Lucea. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Hanover Museum - You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Hanover Museum in Lucea. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Headland - Learn about the local history of Lucea when you spend time at Headland. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Sir Alexander Bustamante Square & Around - You can learn about the history of Lucea with a visit to Sir Alexander Bustamante Square & Around. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively bars.
Bamboo River Rafting On The Martha Brae - Drift peacefully on a bamboo raft down Jamaica's Martha Brae River, with lush, green forests and exotic wildlife surrounding you from every angle. Relax as your captain navigates the gentle currents, pointing out the sights and sharing fascinating tidbits about the Jamaican landscape along the way.
Full-Day Fun: Blue Hole, Secret Falls & Dunn’s River Falls - Get an extraordinary full day of fun and excitement in the wilderness of Jamaica. This outing takes you from the breathtaking coastline of Ocho Rios to the lush woodland of the interior, complete with famous sites from James Bond films and some of the most popular attractions on the island.
Full Day Tour with Catamaran Cruise, Negril Beach, and Rick's Cafe - Experience Jamaica with a guided bus tour to Negril. This tour is offered from all areas of Jamaica's northcoast with included Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off. Start your day with bus transport to Margaritaville where you'll have time to relax, walk & explore famous 7 Mile Beach of Negril.
Negril Beach Chill Out & Rick's Cafe - Enjoy the views as we travel along Jamaica’s north coast, passing through quaint rural villages and the historic Lucea harbor and market, to spend the day on the pristine white sandy beaches of Negril, at Boardwalk Beach.
Guided Dunn's River Falls Tour - Traverse the stepped cascades of Dunn's River Falls on this exhilarating guided trek. Climb cascading waterfalls, get help from other travelers on slippery sections, and spend time cooling off in natural pools along the way.
Horseback Ride and Swim - Ride horseback through the gorgeous Jamaican countryside atop a sleek, gentle mare or a serene stallion. Amble through a tropical rainforest, ride along seaside cliffs, and wade out into the Caribbean to enjoy the warm waters accompanied by your horse.
Blue Hole & Island Gully Waterfall Adventure with Lunch - Set off for a day of adventure in paradise, with a trip to the magnificent Blue Hole and Island Gully Falls, which is nestled in the hills of Ocho Rios. Whether you are looking for an adventure or a relaxing time, we have options for you.
Luminous Lagoon Glass-Bottom Boat Ride - Just after sundown, hop into a glass-bottom boat on Luminous Lagoon and discover the magical, bright blue glow it emits. From a knowledgeable tour guide, learn about bioluminescence and see for yourself why this lagoon's conditions are optimal for iridescent life beneath its surface.
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