Sean & Mal’s guidebook
Sightseeing
5 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 56 Hope Rd, Kingston
Contact: (876) 630-1588
DESCRIPTION:
The Bob Marley Museum is a museum in Kingston, Jamaica, dedicated to the reggae musician Bob Marley. The museum is located at 56 Hope Road, Kingston, and is Bob Marley's former place of residence. It was home to the Tuff Gong reggae record label which was founded by The Wailers in 1970. In 1976, it was the site of a failed assassination attempt on Bob Marley.
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Bob Marley Museum
56 Hope Road5 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 56 Hope Rd, Kingston
Contact: (876) 630-1588
DESCRIPTION:
The Bob Marley Museum is a museum in Kingston, Jamaica, dedicated to the reggae musician Bob Marley. The museum is located at 56 Hope Road, Kingston, and is Bob Marley's former place of residence. It was home to the Tuff Gong reggae record label which was founded by The Wailers in 1970. In 1976, it was the site of a failed assassination attempt on Bob Marley.
15 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 26 Hope Road, Kingston 10, Kingston
Phone: (876) 926-0815
DESCRIPTION: ( HAS AMAZING ICE CREAM & BAKERY!
One of Jamaica’s most celebrated historic landmarks, the Devon House Mansion is the architectural dream of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel. Having gained his wealth from gold mining in South America, Stiebel was among three wealthy Jamaicans who constructed elaborate homes during the late 19th century at the corner of Trafalgar Road and Hope Road. This corner fittingly became known as the Millionaire’s Corner.
The Devon House mansion is a beautiful blend of Caribbean and Georgian architecture, furnished with an expertly curated collection of Jamaican, English and French antique pieces and reproductions. The Mansion overlooks a vast expanse of perfectly manicured and lush, green lawns. Stiebel’s legacy lives on with the beautifully maintained Devon House, which was declared a national monument in 1990 by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust. This was done under the instructions of the Rt. Hon. Edward Seaga, who was then Minister of Development and Welfare with responsibility for cultural affairs, and later Prime Minister of Jamaica.
Devon House has since evolved from being home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel, to being synonymous with fun, family entertainment and recreation in Kingston, where guests can tour, shop, dine and relax.
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Devon House
26 Hope Rd15 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 26 Hope Road, Kingston 10, Kingston
Phone: (876) 926-0815
DESCRIPTION: ( HAS AMAZING ICE CREAM & BAKERY!
One of Jamaica’s most celebrated historic landmarks, the Devon House Mansion is the architectural dream of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel. Having gained his wealth from gold mining in South America, Stiebel was among three wealthy Jamaicans who constructed elaborate homes during the late 19th century at the corner of Trafalgar Road and Hope Road. This corner fittingly became known as the Millionaire’s Corner.
The Devon House mansion is a beautiful blend of Caribbean and Georgian architecture, furnished with an expertly curated collection of Jamaican, English and French antique pieces and reproductions. The Mansion overlooks a vast expanse of perfectly manicured and lush, green lawns. Stiebel’s legacy lives on with the beautifully maintained Devon House, which was declared a national monument in 1990 by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust. This was done under the instructions of the Rt. Hon. Edward Seaga, who was then Minister of Development and Welfare with responsibility for cultural affairs, and later Prime Minister of Jamaica.
Devon House has since evolved from being home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel, to being synonymous with fun, family entertainment and recreation in Kingston, where guests can tour, shop, dine and relax.
5 min Drive Away!
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Address: Old Hope Rd
Contact: 876-927-1085
Hope Zoo was opened to the public in 1961 and was conceived as a Caribbean and Central American zoo. Its aim was to display as wide a variety of animals as possible. The Zoo until 2005 was owned and operated under the Central Government within the Public Gardens Division.
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Hope Zoo
Old Hope Road5 min Drive Away!
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Address: Old Hope Rd
Contact: 876-927-1085
Hope Zoo was opened to the public in 1961 and was conceived as a Caribbean and Central American zoo. Its aim was to display as wide a variety of animals as possible. The Zoo until 2005 was owned and operated under the Central Government within the Public Gardens Division.
TIME: (15-20 min drive away)
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Address: Knutsford Blvd & Oxford Rd, Kingston 5
Phone: (876) 926-6312
DESCRIPTION:
The morning breeze ushers in dawn's new light as joggers commence the day's ever-changing cycle. A rare jewel in the heart of Kingston city, Emancipation Park is a refuge for many who seek solitude and a soothing ambience away from the hustle and bustle of daily living. It's an oasis where one can rejuvenate among its lush seven-acre landscape that symbolizes the legendary beauty of the island of Jamaica. Nature lovers can bask in the Park's scenery lined with tropical flowers and trees such as the majestic Royal Palm, its branches stretching outwards beckoning to the skies. Art lovers can appreciate the beautifully crafted 11ft. bronze sculpture "Redemption Song" by celebrated Jamaican artist, Laura Facey that graces the ceremonial entrance of the Park. The opening of Emancipation Park in July 2002 is a significant milestone in the journey of our nation. The Park was created to be a symbol of our Freedom to Hope, to Excel and to Be.
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Emancipation Park
Knutsford BoulevardTIME: (15-20 min drive away)
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Address: Knutsford Blvd & Oxford Rd, Kingston 5
Phone: (876) 926-6312
DESCRIPTION:
The morning breeze ushers in dawn's new light as joggers commence the day's ever-changing cycle. A rare jewel in the heart of Kingston city, Emancipation Park is a refuge for many who seek solitude and a soothing ambience away from the hustle and bustle of daily living. It's an oasis where one can rejuvenate among its lush seven-acre landscape that symbolizes the legendary beauty of the island of Jamaica. Nature lovers can bask in the Park's scenery lined with tropical flowers and trees such as the majestic Royal Palm, its branches stretching outwards beckoning to the skies. Art lovers can appreciate the beautifully crafted 11ft. bronze sculpture "Redemption Song" by celebrated Jamaican artist, Laura Facey that graces the ceremonial entrance of the Park. The opening of Emancipation Park in July 2002 is a significant milestone in the journey of our nation. The Park was created to be a symbol of our Freedom to Hope, to Excel and to Be.
Food scene
5 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 106 Hope Road, Kingston
Contact: 876 978 7416
DESCRIPTION:
This shopping area is one of the most popular in Kingston, housing approximately 40 stores on three levels. The ground level consists of a food court (includes: KFC, Island Grill, Chinese Food, Bakery and more). The middle level has a number of shops offering a good variety of clothing, shoes, jewelry, household accessories and fabrics. The final floor has five stores, including a travel agency and movie theater, the Palace Cineplex with two screens featuring American films.
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Sovereign Centre
106 Hope Rd5 MINS AWAY! (Drive)
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Address: 106 Hope Road, Kingston
Contact: 876 978 7416
DESCRIPTION:
This shopping area is one of the most popular in Kingston, housing approximately 40 stores on three levels. The ground level consists of a food court (includes: KFC, Island Grill, Chinese Food, Bakery and more). The middle level has a number of shops offering a good variety of clothing, shoes, jewelry, household accessories and fabrics. The final floor has five stores, including a travel agency and movie theater, the Palace Cineplex with two screens featuring American films.
Convenience Plaza (Pharmacy, supermarket, fast food)
3 MINS AWAY!! (Drive)
Address: 121 Old Hope Rd, Kingston
DESCRIPTION: Nothing Fancy- just Convenient plaza for all your basic needs: Such as- Local Supermarket, Pharmacy, Fast Food etc.
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Lane Plaza
121 Old Hope Road3 MINS AWAY!! (Drive)
Address: 121 Old Hope Rd, Kingston
DESCRIPTION: Nothing Fancy- just Convenient plaza for all your basic needs: Such as- Local Supermarket, Pharmacy, Fast Food etc.