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Sam Sharpe Square

Jamaica
Ranked #18 of 29 attractions in Montego Bay
3.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: People-watching
Description: Cobblestone square in Montego Bay named after national hero Sam Sharpe and featuring the Cage, which used to be a jail for runaway slaves.
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Canada
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
118 helpful votes 118 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

The place is in the heart of the town. Historical. Not much else to see. They could do alot more to beautify the area. No one seems to care much to promote this spot so that it attracts visitors. Shame, really. More

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Hamilton, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Lots to see and do,busy busy town but many varieties for stores to pick up souvenirs and other items More

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London, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

A lovely spot to stop for an hour or two and reap the history of Jamaica. Very interesting. More

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NEW JERSEY
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

too much cars and know parking we drive a round looking for parking and the people just walk in front our the cars More

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Ontario, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

It was neat to see - not a huge deal. The old jail was pretty cool. We got a few pictures. The downtown area is crowded and interesting. More

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London, Canada
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153 reviews 153 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
215 helpful votes 215 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

We walked to downtown Mobay, hit some stores, the market, came across Sam Sharpe Square, was really nothing special, I probably wouldn't have noticed it if it weren't for the local that was with us that pointed it out..... interested to read though, nice to see some part of history while visiting Jamaica. More

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Grande Prairie, Canada
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012
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This town square is a hub of activity for the local people! The statues and cobblestone are beautiful. More

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Baltimore
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We liked walking over to the town center and having a look around at where the locals are doing their daily business. Gave us a feel for a part of the real Jamaica. Lots of people, but never felt intimidating. More

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Florida City, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

I rented a car,Drivers were very courteous,Please remember to drive on the left. More

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london
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2012
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Grand market was fun, very busy shopping. We felt safe attending this market even with a child. More

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