Sounds of the City Tour in Downtown Kingston
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
Meeting Location
Harbour Street
Kingston, Jamaica
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Trench Town Culture Yard
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Rockers International Records
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Kingston
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)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
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Activity code: C-403168P3
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