Annotto Bay
Jamaica · Saint MaryJM
Town in Saint Mary, Jamaica
Annotto Bay is a town in the parish of Saint Mary in Jamaica. It was once an active port on the north side. This town was previously named ‘Guayguata’ by the Tainos, it is named from the abundance of the Annatto trees in the area. The Spanish settlement of the Mellila mentioned early in the sixteenth century Spanish Jamaica was probably located near present-day Annotto Bay and Fort George, Jamaica, and the nearby golf course are thought to have been built on a Spanish foundation.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 18.272, -76.765
- Timezone
- America/Jamaica
- Elevation
- 157 m
Overview of Annotto Bay
Annotto Bay belongs to Saint Mary, Jamaica and has the feel of a destination. What stands out most: nature and water sports. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Annotto Bay
Nature in Annotto Bay
(3)On the nature side, Annotto Bay offers Countryside, Scenic Roads and Valleys. It is a direct read of Annotto Bay's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Annotto Bay
(1)Our data lists Bodyboard as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Annotto Bay.
Getting there & around
Annotto Bay rewards a slow approach — a hub in Saint Mary, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to America/Jamaica on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Annotto Bay that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Annotto Bay known for?
- Travellers associate Annotto Bay with nature and water sports. It sits in Saint Mary, Jamaica.
- What can you do in Annotto Bay?
- Annotto Bay is tagged with Countryside, Scenic Roads, Valleys and Bodyboard, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Annotto Bay located?
- Annotto Bay belongs to Saint Mary, Jamaica, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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