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Hope Botanical Garden and Zoo

Old Hope Rd., Jamaica
876-927-1085
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Ranked #151 of 211 attractions in Jamaica
Type: Gardens, Zoos
Activities: Walking, Viewing foliage
Description: A children's zoo and beautifully manicured gardens are highlights of this spot.
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Blue Castle; Jamaica
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23 reviews 23 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Facts First Fee to visit the Hope Zoo 927-1085 Age 3-11 $300 Age 12-adult $500 Opening Hours 6am to 6pm daily The Shell Bandstand Host a variety of free concerts on most Sundays (Check their Facebook page) Mention the name Hope Gardens to Jamaicans and you will get; depending on their ages; a happy face lighted eager response or a... More

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Jamaica
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16 reviews 16 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

The Hope Gardens and Zoo are not what they used to be when I was growing up. The Gardens remain big and spacious and a world of adventure, and even includes a maze. This is a wonderful spot for families to relax, have a picnic and have younger ones see plants and animals they would not normally see. A relaxing... More

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Busan, South Korea
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

The Zoo is undergoing renovations currently but yet are still charging full price admission. The isn't much to see apart from birds, lizards, snakes and 1 lonely monkey. Oh yea and I forgot about the alligator that I am convinced was not real ha ha. I was really disappointed but I am sure when the renovations are over the zoo... More

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Jamaica
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

beautiful place amazing gardens going there often totally different side of Kingston.relaxing and quite rich flora and fauna love it :) am there every weekend fee is only charged for zoo some nice exotic animals you can see but Hope Gardens are must see!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2004

I've went to the Hope Zoo when i was a little girl because i used to live very near to it in Hope Pastures. I went there recently and all though there arent as much animals as before (monkeys&lions) i was still impressed in that they have made some improvements (petting zoo, birds and snakes). The only problem i found... More

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Beligneux, France
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26 reviews 26 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013
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