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Things to see in May Pen (Jamaica): 12 places and when to go
May Pen is a city in Jamaica with around 135,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), Architecture (1), Mountains (1). The best known are Swansea Cave, Jackson's Bay Cave and Portland Lighthouse. The best time to come is December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 13 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 56. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Jamaica · 17.9666, -77.2333
- Population
- About 135,000
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · Architecture (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- December to April.
- Also possible
- May and November.
- Nearest airport
- KIN Kingston, 47 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Bullhead Mountain, at 631 m.
What to see in May Pen
The places in and around May Pen, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Swansea CaveCave in Jamaica25 km
- Jackson's Bay CaveCave in Jamaica26 km
- Portland LighthouseLighthouse in Jamaica26 km
- Bullhead MountainMountain in Jamaica22 km
- Carlisle BayBay in Jamaica22 km
- Holmes BayBay in Jamaica27 km
- Jacksons BayBay in Jamaica25 km
- Little Millers BayBay in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica28 km
- Macarry BayBay in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica19 km
- Milk River BayBay in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica20 km
- Portland CaveCave25 km
- Salt River BayBay in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica17 km
When to go to May Pen
The best time to visit May Pen is December to April; also possible: May and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:02
- FebBest time11:25
- MarBest time11:53
- AprBest time12:25
- MayPossible12:51
- JunBetter not13:04
- JulBetter not12:59
- AugBetter not12:36
- SepBetter not12:06
- OctBetter not11:35
- NovPossible11:08
- DecBest time10:56
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 13 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 56. In January, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Jamaica in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to May Pen
The nearest main airport is Norman Manley International Airport (KIN, Kingston), 47 km as the crow flies. How to get around Jamaica (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Mandeville, Jamaica6 places29 km
- Spanish Town14 places30 km
- Half Way Tree8 places46 km
- Kingston, Jamaica14 places49 km
- Saint Ann's Bay9 places52 km
- Port Maria7 places58 km
And all of Jamaica, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in May Pen?
The best known: Swansea Cave, Jackson's Bay Cave, Portland Lighthouse, Bullhead Mountain, Carlisle Bay. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit May Pen?
December to April; also possible: May and November. In June there are 13 h 04 of daylight, and in December, 10 h 56.
How do you get to May Pen?
The nearest main airport is Norman Manley International Airport (KIN), 47 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with May Pen as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- JamaicaBefore travelling to Jamaica: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed: Spanish citizens enter for up to 90 days.
- Nature121 places for nature in Jamaica, from Blue Mountain Peak to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to April. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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