Yes, the port is very controlled and is full of shops, restaurants, bars, and stands that sell food, clothing, and souvenirs. You can buy just about any typical Jamaican item, including jerk chicken/pork, blue mountain coffee, Bob Marley tshirts, etc. so you can get your instant Jamaican experience and get back right on the ship. The port is very clean and seemed quite safe. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, there is a taxi stand at the end of the port. We hired a taxi driver to take us to Dunns River Falls - around $150 for the four of us for a 5 hour tour. A fantastic experience.