Cinchona Botanical Gardens
A historic garden high in the Blue Mountains, founded in 1868 to grow trees for quinine. At about 5,000 feet it has cool air and long views over the mountains.
Getting there
Hard. Steep, rough mountain roads from Mavis Bank, so ask about current road conditions after Hurricane Melissa before you set out. No entry fee was found, but a tip is expected. Mist can close in quickly, so go early.
Before you go
- Place type
- Garden
- Access
- Hidden gem
- Guide
- Not mentioned in our notes
- Entry cost
- Not confirmed. Fees change, so check locally.
- What to bring
- Walking shoes, water and sun protection
- Safety
- Paths can be uneven or slippery. Wear shoes with grip.
Details last reviewed November 2026. Conditions can change, especially after storms.
Nearby on the map
- Hagley Gap farm stays (stay in St. Thomas / Blue Mountains) about 4 km away in a straight line
- Newcastle and Catherine's Peak (culture & views in St. Andrew) about 6 km away in a straight line
- Penfield Falls (waterfall in St. Andrew) about 7 km away in a straight line
- C-Pond Waterfall (waterfall in St. Andrew) about 7 km away in a straight line
- Pretty Close 876 (waterfall in St. Andrew) about 7 km away in a straight line
More spots in St. Andrew
- Hope Botanical Gardens (garden)
- Holywell Park (culture & views)
- Fish Dunn Falls (waterfall)
- Springhill Falls (waterfall)
More in St. Andrew. See all gardens in Jamaica.