Nightlife is extensive and varied providing a variety of entertainment options for every taste from romantic cruises to fine dining as well as nightclubs. For most vacationers, nightlife is found in the resorts, most which feature nightly shows that range from reggae performers and Elvis impersonators to special nights with fire eaters and limbo dancersThose looking for more Jamaica nightlife will find plenty of it, though throughout the major tourist destinations.

In Negril, evenings start about an hour before sunset at Rick's, the most popular sunset spot on the island. This Jamaica nightlife spot is located on the cliffs of the town's West End. It is an open-air restaurant and bar that is a true favorite among American guests. Much of the action begins with amazing cliff divers who leap from the crags above to the aquamarine depths below. The cheers of onlookers make this Jamaica nightlife spot an original. As the sun begins to set, your attention should turn to the west where couples look for the ‘green flash’, a natural phenomena that only occurs when the sun sets on a cloudless evening, producing an extraordinary experience of magical color.

In Montego Bay, a popular Jamaica nightlife excursion is An Evening on the Great River 876.952.5047This night would begin with a pick-up at your hotel. From there, the evening includes a boat ride up the torch-lit river, an open bar, Jamaican dinner, reggae band, and a native floor show with limbo dancers. It is a true Jamaica nightlife experience. The Coral Cliff Gaming Lounge on the Hip Strip offers live jazz, cabaret and reggae shows and is Montego Bay's gaming lounge with slots that range from 50 cents to $5 for jackpots. 876.952.4130. Margaritaville Sports Bar & Disco offers a big screen TV, water slide and casual menu. It is located on the Hip Strip (Gloucester Avenue)- 876.952.4777.

Ocho Rios offers a variety of places to enjoy the evenings...The Island Village is a shopping and entertainment center and there guests will find the Margaritaville Bar & Restaurant complete with water slide, an occasional concert, good food (and generous portions) and drinks. The Village, also, offers a multiplex digital movie theater, coffee shop and more bars and restaurants. Jamaica'N Me Crazy (876.974.2201) is a popular club and disco located in the Jamaica Grande Hotel. For those looking for a more serene evening, an after dinner drink (or dinner under the stars) at the exclusive Jamaican Inn is not to be missed. Visitors to villas in the Discovery Bay and Runaway Bay areas, would need to drive to nearby Ocho Rios (20-30 minute drive) for nightlife.