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Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston

1 Review 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 1 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Kingston, Jamaica

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Overview

This 3-hour bus tour immerses guests in Jamaican music history, visiting Orange Street ("Beat Street"), the birthplace of Dennis Brown and home to Studio One Records. The tour showcases historic studios of producers like Clement 'Coxsone' Dodd, Lee 'Scratch' Perry, and Cecil 'Prince Buster' Campbell, with murals celebrating Reggae, Ska, and Rocksteady that embellish the walls of Beat Street.

Additionally, the tour features Rockers International, the last recording studio on "Beat Street,". Lovers of reggae will also be in for an experience as we trod through Trench Town Culture Yard, where Bob Marley lived in his adolescent years and wrote one of his popular songs "No Woman No Cry." Visitors can enjoy classic vinyl, explore a museum curated by Christopher Whyms-Stone, and see artifacts from Marley, Peter Tosh, and Bunny Wailer. The Yard preserves reggae history and supports new Jamaican artists.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Guide
  • Lunch No food and beverages (except one bottled water)
  • Tips/ Gratuity
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Harbour Street
Kingston, Jamaica

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Trench Town Culture Yard

Culture Yard's experienced tour guide will give the history of the space to include the different housing levels, the childhood of Bob Marley and Bob's first vehicle (on Site).
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rockers International Records

Learn the history of the musical energy that pulsates through the veins of Jamaica's culture. Move and groove down memory lane with sweet reggae music played using vinyl.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kingston

For the remaining 1 hour and 45 minutes, guests will enjoy an immersive Downtown Kingston journey, discovering its rich history while touring stunning murals at different intervals.
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1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-403168P3

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Guide
  • LunchNo food and beverages (except one bottled water)
  • Tips/ Gratuity

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
100% refund
No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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