Currency
Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
Language
English
Time Zone
EST (UTC-5)
Best Time to Visit
Dec–Apr
Typical Duration
17-21 nights
Price Range
$299–$17,394 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
Yes
Ocho Rios is a premier Caribbean cruise destination famous for its stunning natural attractions including Dunn's River Falls, pristine beaches, and vibrant local culture.
Cruises that visit Ocho Rios
- cruises to Ocho Rios
- Ocho Rios sailings
- Ocho Rios cruises
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 6-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night Virgin Voyages cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 7-night Holland America Line cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 8-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 8-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 9-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night Holland America Line cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night MSC Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Ocho Rios
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
The World Famous Dunn's River Falls & Park
Tiered waterfall cascade in Jamaica offering climbing, swimming, and scenic natural pools.
Margaritaville Ocho Rios
Beachfront restaurant and bar with Caribbean cuisine, tropical drinks, and lively atmosphere.
Mystic Mountain
Mountain attraction with multiple activities and welcoming staff; ideal for families seeking hours of engagement.
Bamboo Beach Club
Beachfront club offering dining, drinks, and water activities in relaxed tropical setting.
Plantation Smokehouse
Casual smokehouse restaurant with lively atmosphere and attentive service; barbecue dining destination.
Ocho Rios Jerk Center
Authentic Caribbean jerk restaurant serving flavorful, traditional Jamaican grilled meats and seafood.
Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios
Marine park offering dolphin swimming, jungle trails, and aviary experiences for families.
Cool Blue Hole Ocho Rios
Natural waterhole with rock climbing and river jumping in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Ocho Rios Market
Bustling local market offering fresh produce, street food, and clothing in Ocho Rios.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Turtle River Park
Natural park featuring pond with turtles and fish; peaceful outdoor attraction in Ocho Rios.
Beaches Ocho Rios
Plenty of activities to keep everyone busy and entertained.
Island Village Jamaica
Beachfront shopping and entertainment complex with dining, retail, and free Wi-Fi access.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Green Grotto Caves
Underground cave system offering guided exploration tours with interactive staff and adventure activities.
Miss T's Kitchen
Jamaican restaurant with vibrant decor and authentic cuisine in welcoming atmosphere.
Konoko Falls
Waterfall recreation center with climbing, wildlife, and lush tropical gardens.
Ocean's 11 Restaurant
Waterfront grill restaurant with scenic views and quality grilled cuisine.
Bamboo Blu
Casual dining restaurant offering good food in a pleasant atmosphere with attentive service.
Reggae Hill
This place is beautiful, quiet, serene, and the jerk chicken is delicious.
Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster
Bobsled-themed roller coaster inspired by Jamaica's famous Olympic team; thrilling ride experience.
Little Dunn's River Beach
Picturesque beach with waterfalls
Mongoose Restaurant & lounge Ocho Rios jamaica
Authentic jamaican cuisine welcoming atmosphere and happy smiling staff
John Crow's Tavern
A great atmosphere, lots of TV's, affordable food and drinks.
Yaaman Adventure Park
Great team and great activities
Eight Rivers Town Centre
There is a pharmacy, bank, and restaurant.
Open 24 hours
Ciao Bella Art Cafe & Restaurant
Perfectly located in the beautiful Ocho Rios.
Columbus Cove
Pretty clean beach area - great for swimming or relaxing on the sand.
The Original Blue Hole - Ocho Rios- Look out for this sign! Don’t be mislead…
The rope swings were a highlight for me—pure fun and a bit of adrenaline!
Bettino's Italian Restaurant
The food was amazing the servers were attentive just fabulous 👌
TikiTail Ja
Great vibe, food up, feel safe with good security presence
White River Calypso Rafting & Tubing
Then you get to a spot where you can rope swing and jump in, or just swim.
Calabash Ital Restaurant
Amazing food, showed us how good Jamaican vegetarian cuisine could be!
Thatch Hill River Park
Onsite services
Oceans on the Ridge
Resplendent view of Ocho rios with clean facilities and great ambience.
Christopher’s at Hermosa Cove
The food is excellent, atmosphere and views are calming and beautiful.
Chukka Island Village Outpost
We did treetop zip-lining, river tubing and the blue hole experience.
MK Fashion & Gift
Wide variety, items easily found/located and courteous staff.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Reggae Kitchen and Lounge
Beautiful atmosphere, great music, food and vibes.
Sugarpot Ruins Beach Bar & Restaurant
Always a good time Clean beach, good food and there’s shade!!!
Eight Rivers Lounge
A fun time with good music!
8Rivaz Ultra Lounge
Great friendly staff,good vibes great atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
JOSEPH’S Ocho Rios
Wide variety of household products and clothing at reasonable prices.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
ocean village
It's as food restaurants n barber shops, salons, gift shops etc
Open · Closes 3 PM
Cafe Blue Ocho Rios
Excellent coffee ,excellent customer service and pastries yummy and fresh
Mahogany Beach
Lovely beach to relax and listen some great Jamaican music.
Open now
Splash Time Water Sports & Tours Ltd
I went with my 11year old and she had some much fun.
LemonTree Bistro
The flavor is authentic Jamaican cuisine and the atmosphere is elevated.
Closed · Opens 4 PM
Omnia Sky Lounge
The drinks were good and the ambiance was perfect.
Closed · Opens 2 PM
The Courthouse Gallery & Cafe
Coffee was delicious and the atmosphere was welcoming.
Dunns River Falls Tours
Excellent activity for our holidays.
Almond Tree Restuarant
Their menu is a delightful showcase of local flavors and ingredients.
Atkinson's Fish Pot
The food is great and the people in the community is warm and friendly.
Neptunes Mediterranean Seafood
Fabulous, plentiful & tasty food, great service, perfect!
Mohan's Duty Free Shop
They never stop until the customer is satisfied.
Open · Closes 5 PM
The loft Wine Lounge
Julian gave us amazing service, delicious drinks and food.
Laughing Waters Beach
Fresh water meeting the sea is magnificent .
Flava Fingaz
... jerk chicken Alfredo and the seafood/lobster boil - amazing food!
Closed · Opens 2 PM
Taj Mahal Shopping Center
Lots of shops and a couple of good places for coffee and a meal.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Kareema's Kitchen Ja Ltd
10/10 would definitely recommend the jerk chicken eggrolls!
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Yaad Cans Cafe
Food stunning coffee eccentric, it’s a cozy cafe with loving staff
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
The rocks restaurant and bar
Friendly staff, great food and great sound sounds too.
The Rabbit Hole
Amazing staff awesome drinks and great atmosphere.
Side Chick Restaurant & Lounge
Had the steam fish and the curry goat extremely authentic Jamaican flavours.
Calypso Cove
Fun time down river booze, brain food and music
Ocho Rios bay Beach
Music is always playing and there's lots of fun activities you can do.
KK Tavern & Lounge
The blended fruit punch was awesome.
Ocho Rios Jamaica Tours
Dance liquor party fun lesure
Shaw Park Beach
You have the beach and the river just perfect
Cheryl's Kitchen
If you are wanting true Jamaican food Cheryl's is the place to order.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
The Lookout Rasta Bar
Sweet reggae bar with an amazing view and super friendly owner.
Oomph Café
Good food, good drinks, free WiFi and nice Jamaican vibes🇯🇲🍹🍔🌟👍🏽
Platinum Point Lounge and bar
Place full of vibes and the food is good and customer service is top tier
Closed · Opens 2 PM
The Harbour Shops
Excellent value for money!
Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Ocean View Mall
What time do they open and close
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios stands as one of the Caribbean's most popular cruise destinations, with nine major cruise lines calling at this vibrant Jamaican port. With over 200 upcoming cruises and extended itineraries averaging 21 nights, you'll find plenty of opportunities to explore this tropical haven. Whether you're embarking on a longer Caribbean voyage or enjoying a port of call, Ocho Rios serves as a key hub connecting travelers to other beloved destinations like Grand Cayman, Cartagena, and the Florida ports of Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
When your ship arrives, you'll discover why cruise passengers return to Ocho Rios again and again. The port offers easy access to stunning natural attractions and water-based adventures that define Caribbean cruising. Peak travel seasons from November through March bring ideal weather and the busiest cruise calendar, making this an excellent time to experience all that Ocho Rios has to offer during your Caribbean getaway.
When your ship arrives, you'll discover why cruise passengers return to Ocho Rios again and again. The port offers easy access to stunning natural attractions and water-based adventures that define Caribbean cruising. Peak travel seasons from November through March bring ideal weather and the busiest cruise calendar, making this an excellent time to experience all that Ocho Rios has to offer during your Caribbean getaway.
Cruise Lines at Ocho Rios
- MSC Cruises (82 cruises)
- Holland America Line (35 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (24 cruises)
- Virgin Voyages (23 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (13 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (10 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (10 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (3 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (3 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Ocho Rios
Cruises Visiting Ocho Rios
Ship Schedule at Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios Location
Other Cruise Ports in Jamaica
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Ocho Rios Port?
JMOCJ.
Where is Ocho Rios Port located?
Ocho Rios, Jamaica on the island's north coast at approximately 18.4073894 N, -77.1031345 W.
What is the port type for Ocho Rios?
Official port.
Which country does Ocho Rios Port belong to?
Jamaica.