Harmony Beach Park, Montego Bay
Harmony Beach Park is a 16 acre beach and recreational park right off Montego Bay's Hip Strip. Entry is free and beach chair and umbrella rentals are available alongside food kiosks and snack stands. With a jogging trail, children's play area, and lawn space that's perfect for picnics or for little ones to spread out, it's a beloved option for beach-goers of all ages. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, restrooms, changing areas, and a basketball court. While the park is open daily from 6am - 10pm, beach access is available Wednesday to Sunday from 9am - 5pm.
On select Sundays, bring along a blanket to enjoy open-air family-friendly live music events.
Aerial view of Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay
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The Best Beaches for Romance
What's the best beach in Jamaica for couples? Take your pick. In Jamaica, romance is inevitable. From powdery beaches with clear, calm waters, to more secluded coves and grottos, you'll find distinctive and unforgettable experiences at beaches across the island. Here are some choices to inspire you.
Frenchman's Cove, Port Antonio
Many argue that the intimate and dreamy Frenchman's Cove is the most beautiful beach in Jamaica. The sheltered bay is fed by a freshwater stream that runs through the property's lush vegetation. The waters flow gently into the sea, making the cool waves glisten in the sun and offering calm natural wading pools. You may spot a turtle or small tropical fish in the shaded banks.
You'll certainly feel Port Antonio's quieter, more luxurious pace here; as beachgoers float in the waves or lay out on beach chairs under the almond trees.
The Beach Bar and Grill onsite serves up the perfect beach day cocktails and delicious meals delivered right to your beach chair. The beach itself is part of the Frenchman's Cove Resort property. Upscale and private, the villas peek out from the foilage on the hillside.
Bathrooms, showers, and changing areas are available on property. Entry costs and chair rental prices can be confirmed on their website or social media @frenchmanscoveja
Daily opening hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm
Frenchman's Cove is a must for honeymooners and couples in love
Hellshire Beach, Kingston
Any Jamaican will tell you, if you’re staying in Kingston, pull up to Hellshire Beach for fantastic seafood in a rustic and authentic setting. Family-owned restaurant stalls along the seafront have been operated for generations by skilled cooks and fisherfolk who plate up authentic favourites for Jamaicans who flock from the city on weekends and holidays. Well-known locations, like Screechies and Prendy's are beloved by visitors of all walks of life. Be sure to try spicy pepper shrimp before tucking into a platter of steaming escoveitch fish, grilled Caribbean lobster, and festival. Wash it all down with an ice-cold Red Stripe or natural fruit juice as you realise that this is what life is all about.
Lime Cay & Port Royal, Kingston
This one is a beach and experience combo. Head out from Kingston towards Port Royal, once an infamous pirate city, now a quaint fishing village. Call your order in to the legendary Gloria's Seafood or Y Knot Bar & Grill, where you can catch a boat over to Lime Cay for a beach picnic. Just about 15 minutes from shore, the small cay is usually quiet and secluded. On holidays (or after Jamaica Carnival) Lime Cay is alive with private boats and pleasure crafts for parties with the in-crowd.
Access to Lime Cay is free and a boat ride from Port Royal is around $3,000 JMD per person.
Lime Cay is a great spot for casual group trips and picnics