Falmouth (Jamaica) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
chief town and capital of Trelawny Parish, Jamaica
About Falmouth (Jamaica)
Falmouth is in the Trelawney Parish, which was the most important region of Jamaica for the sugar and rum trade at the 18th century, inbetween two popular tourist destinations in Jamaica,Montego BayandOcho Rios. Falmouth has a rich heritage with many historic buildings and churches. It was founded in 1769, and its waterfront district is a National Heritage Site that contains many Georgian-era buildings dating from the 1760s to 1840. In the 1800s, Falmouth was known as "the wealthiest New World Port south of Charleston". It was known for its wharf, sugar, rum and coffee. They used the port to export many goods and to bring in African slaves and other fine goods to serve the colonial life of the 18th century. Falmouth was one of Jamaica's original ports and 200 years ago was one of the busie
Where to Eat in Falmouth (Jamaica)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Juici Patties
- 🍴Patty Port
Where to Stay in Falmouth (Jamaica)
- 🏨Retreat Guesthouse Luxury Suites
Falmouth (Jamaica) Travel Guide Sections
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