Kingston Attractions

Devon House

Devon House is one of numerous preserved historic mansions in Jamaica that depict the glory of days gone by. This house was built in 1881 by George Stiebel, a wealthy Jamaican who became one of the first black millionaires in the Caribbean on the strength of his mining interests in South America. In the grounds are craft shops, restaurants, a bakery and pastry shop. The venue is also famous for its delicious ice cream.

Address: 26 Hope Road; Website: www.devonhousejamaica.com; Telephone: 929 6602; Opening time: Tours are Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm. The shops are open Mondays to Saturdays from 10am to 6pm, the restaurants close at 10pm. Public garden and park is open daily 9.30am to 10pm; Admission: J$300, (adults), J$100 (children under 12); including guided tour