Queens, New York
Jamaica
Jamaica is a major commercial and transit center in southeastern Queens, with a large Caribbean, South Asian and African American population and a busy AirTrain connection to JFK.
Local Character & History
Office buildings, the central bus terminal and the AirTrain station anchor a dense commercial core, with rowhouses and apartment buildings around it.
Restaurants & Shopping
Jamaica Avenue, Sutphin Boulevard and Hillside Avenue hold Caribbean, South Asian, West African and American restaurants and bakeries.
Housing
Rowhouses, apartment buildings and some new development, with more affordable prices than western Queens.
Parks & Recreation
Rufus King Park, Roy Wilkins Park and the nearby Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge provide recreation.
Transportation
The E/J/Z at Jamaica Center and Sutphin Boulevard-Archer Avenue, the LIRR at Jamaica and the AirTrain to JFK serve the area.
Nearby Attractions
- Jamaica Center
- Rufus King Park
- King Manor Museum
- AirTrain to JFK
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jamaica in Queens?
Yes. Jamaica is a neighborhood in southeastern Queens and a major transit hub.
How do you get to JFK from Jamaica?
The AirTrain connects Jamaica station to JFK Airport, with LIRR and subway connections at Jamaica.