Map of Jamaica – Parishes, Cities & Location Guide
Explore Jamaica with this interactive map showing Kingston, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, Negril, Port Antonio and the island's coastlines, mountains and main roads. Zoom in to locate towns, beaches, national parks and the country's 14 parishes.
Jamaica is an island country in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola. Its varied landscape includes busy coastal communities, agricultural valleys and the Blue Mountains in the east.
Jamaica is located in the northern Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba and west of Haiti. Its capital is Kingston, on the southeastern coast. The country has 14 parishes grouped into three traditional counties: Cornwall, Middlesex and Surrey. Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and Negril are among its best-known visitor destinations.
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Where Is Jamaica Located?
Jamaica lies within the Greater Antilles in the northwestern Caribbean. Cuba is to its north, while Haiti and the Dominican Republic occupy Hispaniola to the east. The island has no land borders with another country.
- North: Caribbean waters separating Jamaica from Cuba.
- East: The Jamaica Channel and Hispaniola beyond.
- South: Open Caribbean Sea.
- West: Caribbean waters extending towards Central America.
The north coast includes well-known resort towns, while the south and southeast contain Kingston Harbour and extensive urban and rural areas. Inland terrain becomes hilly and mountainous, particularly in the east.
Major Areas and Parishes of Jamaica
Jamaica is divided into 14 parishes. The three traditional counties are useful geographic groupings but are not separate countries or states.
| Area | What to find on the map |
|---|---|
| Kingston and St. Andrew | Capital, surrounding communities and approaches to the Blue Mountains. |
| St. James and Trelawny | Montego Bay, Falmouth and northwestern coastal areas. |
| St. Ann and St. Mary | Ocho Rios, coastal settlements and inland hills. |
| Westmoreland and Hanover | Negril area, western coastline and small towns. |
| Portland and St. Thomas | Port Antonio, eastern mountains and southeastern coast. |
| St. Catherine, Clarendon, Manchester and St. Elizabeth | Spanish Town, May Pen, Mandeville, Black River and southern inland districts. |
Places to Find on the Jamaica Map
- Kingston: The national capital, near Kingston Harbour and the Palisadoes peninsula.
- Montego Bay: Major north-coast city with an international airport and beaches.
- Ocho Rios: North-coast town near Dunn's River Falls.
- Negril: Western resort area known for Seven Mile Beach and coastal cliffs.
- Blue Mountains: Eastern mountain range with forested slopes and hiking areas.
- Port Antonio: Northeastern coastal town close to bays and mountain scenery.
- Black River: Southern town near wetlands and the Black River estuary.
Roads, Airports and Getting Around
Jamaica has a network of main highways and smaller roads connecting Kingston, Spanish Town, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and other settlements. Mountain roads can be winding, and journey times may be longer than distances suggest.
Norman Manley International Airport serves Kingston, while Sangster International Airport serves Montego Bay. Domestic routes, buses, taxis and organised transfers are additional travel options. Check current road conditions, service availability and official travel advice before a journey.
Coastlines and Natural Geography
The Blue and John Crow Mountains rise in eastern Jamaica and include protected forest landscapes. The islandâs north shore features bays and reef-fringed coastal stretches, while the south coast includes lowlands, wetlands and fishing communities. You can use the map to compare the built-up areas near Kingston and Montego Bay with less densely settled mountain districts. Place names and trails may be easier to identify at closer zoom levels.
What This Map Helps You Explore
- Find Jamaica's capital and major visitor towns.
- Compare northern beaches with southern coastal and inland areas.
- Locate mountain ranges, river valleys and national parks.
- Understand the location of the 14 parishes.
- Explore roads between the island's major urban centres.
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Jamaica Map FAQs
Where is Jamaica on a world map?
Jamaica is in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba and west of Haiti.
What is Jamaica's capital?
Kingston, on the southeastern side of the island.
How many parishes are in Jamaica?
There are 14 parishes, grouped historically into three counties.
Where is Montego Bay?
Montego Bay is on Jamaica's northwestern coast, in St. James Parish.
Is Negril near Kingston?
No. Negril is on the western end of Jamaica, while Kingston is in the southeast.
Does Jamaica share land borders?
No. Jamaica is an island country surrounded by Caribbean waters.
Can this map be used for driving directions?
Use it to identify locations, but use current navigation information for actual routes and road conditions.
Disclaimer
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