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Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston

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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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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston?
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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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. No food and beverages (except one bottled water).
  • Tips/ Gratuity.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston is as follows:

  • 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
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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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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  • 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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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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