The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Kingston Parish, Kingston Parish

January 13, 2022 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Kingston Parish, Jamaica including Blue Mountains, Devon House, Holywell Park, Emancipation Park, Port Royal, National Heroes Park, Fort Clarence Beach, Nelson Mandela Park, Falling Edge Waterfalls, Sir Willliam Grant Park.
Restaurants in Kingston Parish

1. Blue Mountains

Kingston Jamaica +1 876-562-7580 http://www.forrespark.com
Excellent
72%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 407 reviews

Blue Mountains

Want a wild outdoor adventure that'll leave you breathless, exhilarated and home in time for supper? Then push your way through the dense tropical forest of the Blue Mountains for an afternoon that will feast your eyes and work your quads.

Reviewed By CyndyandByron - Bridgeton, United States

One of us had trained for the Jamaica Defense Force while the other had heard all of the stories about the narrow winding roads, the cool temperatures, the lush jungle, and of course, the stories of an 18 year old private and his first days from home. This was a visit coming for the past 40 years, but always delayed. It was a moving experience to watch the septuagenarian relive the start of his 20 year military career at a base founded n 1841 by the British. Little did they know their escape from yellow fever would be coming up on its 200th anniversary. Be sure to check out the museum on the base. We passed the small towns of Redlight and Irish Town as we traveled the curvy road back to Kingston. We were able to see all the way into the waters of Kingston Harbor from the winding road. Great day!

2. Devon House

26 Hope Road, Kingston 10, Kingston Jamaica +1 876-926-0815 [email protected] http://www.devonhouseja.com
Excellent
53%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,098 reviews

Devon House

The 19th century home of George Stiebel, the first black millionaire in the Caribbean, Devon House presents a unique and extraordinary opportunity for multiple experiences in a center of excellence in the city of Kingston, Jamaica. It combines heritage, park facilities, restaurants and shopping for the best of what is authentically Jamaican. Here, the arts, education and entertainment co-exist to give Jamaicans and Tourists alike a space that appeals to all senses.

Reviewed By traveller19622015 - Toronto, Canada

This ia a must have every time I go to Jamaica. I enjoy the mango, coconut and rum and raisin ice cream.

3. Holywell Park

B1 road Past Hardwar Gap on the B1 heading to Portland, Kingston Jamaica +1 876-355-7717 [email protected] http://www.blueandjohncrowmountains.org/do/walks-and-hikes/holywell-nature-walks
Excellent
57%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 94 reviews

Holywell Park

Established in 1988, The Jamaica Conservation and Development Trust (JCDT) is a non-governmental organization and charity with a mandate to conserve Jamaica’s natural environment. The activities of the JCDT centre on the 41,198 hectares (101, 313 acres) of rain and cloud forest that make up the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park including it's core, Preservation Zone which covers 26,251 hectares (65,000 acres) and is inscribed as a World Heritage Site. In addition JCDT's work focuses on the approximately 28,494 hectares of land around the protected area called the Community Buffer Zone.

Reviewed By adamk1971 - Baltimore, United States

The drive here from Kingston is spectacular, although a bit nail-biting for first timers. Drive with care, make regular use of your horn going around sharp corners, and be prepared to stop to let big trucks go by. I find the best time to make the drive up is after 9am when most of the traffic will have already driven down the mountain. There are a few (but only a few) decent places to pull over and catch a fantastic view from the road into the mountain valleys. Take your time and if it is safe stop and take some pics. I have driven all across the USA and I can honestly say there are very few roads I have driven that compare with the scenic majesty of this road. On your drive you will pass through the Jamaican Defense Forces base in Newcastle. Pull over by the chain-link fence to get a beautiful view of Kingston and the ocean. Holywell is considered a cloud forest so it is prone to be enveloped in clouds (which you will experience as fog). The circuit up and around the mountain is a well-maintained trail and offers three different overlook decks for beautiful views of the valley below and surrounding mountains (unfortunately there is no seating on these decks). The park charges just $100 JMD for Jamaican residents but about ten times that (about $10 USD) for non-residents. Near the parking area there are some benches to sit and relax and you will likely see some hummingbirds. The Waterfall loop trail is an easier trail than the mountian loop with some decent views as well.

4. Emancipation Park

Knutsford Blvd. Oxford Road, Kingston Jamaica +1 876-926-6312 [email protected] http://www.emancipationpark.org.jm/
Excellent
56%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 698 reviews

Emancipation Park

Reviewed By chittyd2019 - Georgetown, Guyana

The atmosphere and scenery was so beautiful and calming, also learnt about Jamaican history here, it was a beautiful day and the waterfall was beautiful and also what it represents.

5. Port Royal

Palisadoes, Kingston Jamaica
Excellent
39%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 359 reviews

Port Royal

Old pirate haunt, notorious in its day for residents' sticky fingers and loose morals, now being renovated into a major tourist attraction.

Reviewed By patron2929 - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Of Captain Morgan fame, today, Port Royal is known to post-medieval archaeologists as the "City that Sank". it the most important underwater archaeological site in the western hemisphere, yielding 16th–and-17th-century artefacts. Several 17th and early 18th century pirate ships sank within Kingston Harbour and are being carefully harvested, under controlled conditions, by various teams of archaeologists. Many of these are displayed in the museum when it is open! The fort area is very interesting. A few bars and restaurants abound for a break.

6. National Heroes Park

Kingston Jamaica +1 876-656-8031
Excellent
36%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
9%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 56 reviews

National Heroes Park

Reviewed By debsussex

Took photos of the soldiers and wandered around the memorials. Guide was very informative and was part of a lovely day in Kingston

7. Fort Clarence Beach

Kingston Jamaica +1 876-364-3628 [email protected] http://www.udcja.com/fort-clarence-beach-park
Excellent
31%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 152 reviews

Fort Clarence Beach

Reviewed By H8776XQlisac - Hertford, United Kingdom

This beach is another piece of paradise. Yes you have to pay JA$300 each. There is toilet facilities and showers. There is food to buy and great music being played. The water is crystal clear and warm. It certainly is worth the drive, however be aware the sat nav can take you along the toll road. I highly recommend this beach.

8. Nelson Mandela Park

Kingston Jamaica +1 876-475-3826
Excellent
16%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
16%
Terrible
26%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 19 reviews

Nelson Mandela Park

9. Falling Edge Waterfalls

Bowden Hill Road, Kingston Jamaica http://fallingedgewaterfalls.com
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
50%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.0 based on 2 reviews

10. Sir Willliam Grant Park

Down Town, Kingston Jamaica
Excellent
0%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
38%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 8 reviews

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.