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Greenwood Great House Museum Tour: Explore Jamaica's Antique Collection and Musical History
4.8
14 Ratings
Montego Bay
Immerse yourself in Jamaica’s rich history and musical heritage with a tour of Greenwood Great House Museum. Explore the antique collection and learn about the island’s plantation life and musical traditions. Book your ticket now!
Immerse yourself in Jamaica’s rich history and musical heritage with a tour of Greenwood Great House Museum. Explore the antique collection and learn about the island’s plantation life and musical traditions. Book your ticket now!
Duration:
45 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Greenwood Great House - Built during an era of elegance and brutality, Greenwood has retained the atmosphere of the 19th century and continues to capture the imagination of its visitors. The house was built by the Barretts of Wimpole Street London in 1800. Visitors will enjoy a 45 minute guided tour of the museum where they will see most of the…
- Greenwood Great House - Built during an era of elegance and brutality, Greenwood has retained the atmosphere of the 19th century and continues to capture the imagination of its visitors. The house was built by the Barretts of Wimpole Street London in 1800. Visitors will enjoy a 45 minute guided tour of the museum where they will see most of the home’s original furniture including the largest and rarest collection of musical instruments and books in the island.
What's Included
- Entry to the museum
- 45-minute guided museum tour
- Entry to the museum
- 45-minute guided museum tour
Additional Information
Oft cited as the most original of Jamaica’s great houses, Greenwood is unique because it survived unscathed during the slave rebellion of Christmas 1831.
In addition to an extensive collection of Jamaican antiques, we also have the largest and rarest assortment of musical instruments and plantation library books on the island.
This ticket will not only…
Oft cited as the most original of Jamaica’s great houses, Greenwood is unique because it survived unscathed during the slave rebellion of Christmas 1831.
In addition to an extensive collection of Jamaican antiques, we also have the largest and rarest assortment of musical instruments and plantation library books on the island.
This ticket will not only allow you to access the museum but also to get a 45 min guided tour.
Location
Greenwood Great House
435 Belgrade Ave
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(14 Ratings)
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935mmh
Jan 29, 2025
A must see Great House - D was my husby & i's tour guide, she was amazing and full of info. We enjoyed learning some more of Jamaicas history. Lots of well preserved antique furniture. Overall a great tour. I just wish there was gift shop, I would have loved to have bought something that said Greenwood.
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Vacationer497344
Dec 28, 2024
Greenwood Great House - a step back in Jamaica's colonial history - Greenwood Greathouse is an historic destination that offers an intimate glimpse into Jamaica's history and colonial past. Built in the late 18th century and a survivor of the Christmas day rebellion, this plantation home is incredibly well preserved. While the architecture and artifacts are fascinating, the visit also serves as a poignant reminder of the injustices and suffering tied to slavery. The guided tour by Dana was educational, thoughtful and engaging. From the intricate details of the furniture, an impressive collection of antique books, and a rare collection of musical instruments, with connections to Europe, including the UK, Germany, France and Asia to the sweeping and breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea, every aspect of the tour feels authentic. It is definitely worth visiting!
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Georgiep2024
Feb 13, 2024
Greenwood Great House a great tour - We had an excellent tour with Jackie. The house is full of interesting furniture and musical instruments. A real insight into life on an English owned estate of that time.
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Njcavalier
Jan 7, 2024
Great Visit to Historic Greenwood Great House! - On a visit to Falmouth, Jamaica, we visited Greenwood Great House. And it was fabulous. The mansion is the ancestral home of the poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning. And though she herself was never there, the home is filled with furniture and artifacts of the Barrett family. The tour guide at the mansion was informative and entertaining and led our group through each room, providing fascinating details of the family’s history in Jamaica as well as of the house itself. And the sweeping views of the Caribbean, especially from the verandah, are unparalleled! Capped off by a complimentary drink (rum punch or lemonade) in the attached bar — in what used to be the home’s kitchen — the tour was a delight. The house is a must-see on any visit to Falmouth or Montego Bay.
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Dante621
Sep 10, 2023
This is the no sugar coated step back into time. - My visit to the Greenwood Great House in Jamaica was a truly remarkable experience. The house's rich historic history was brought to life by our amazing guide, making it an unforgettable journey through time.
The Greenwood Great House is steeped in history, and our guide's excellent narration skillfully unfolded its past. Their knowledge and storytelling ability made every room and artifact come alive with stories of the past. From the antique furniture to the impressive architecture, I felt like I had stepped back in time.
I highly recommend visiting the Greenwood Great House to anyone interested in history and culture. It's a place where the past comes alive through excellent narration, and you leave with a deeper appreciation of Jamaica's heritage. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this treasure; it's an experience you won't forget.
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Southernbeachbell
May 26, 2023
History History History! - What an amazing home! So much rich history in one unassuming place. Everywhere we turned there was stories to be told about the history of this or that. You could get up close and even hear many of the musical instruments play and the time clock work. It was just amazing. Such a unique property that obviously is loved by its owners. I thought it was so neat that they actually live in the house, in the original owners room and bed. The couple who owns the home offered some lemonade and rum punch in the bar out back. The pool area is beautiful and you could see how special this home is. Beautiful gardens and interiors and the most spectacular view!! So glad we booked this excursion on our Disney Cruise!!
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Christopher_s
Jan 20, 2023
A walk in living history - The fact that much it the contents are in tact for ur to observe is priceless. The tour was friendly and informative with lovely views of the lush landscape and ocean.
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C644jgchristinec
Dec 20, 2022
A wonderful trip back in time - It was a wonderful trip back in time and all the artifact are kept in pristine condition. Our guide Thora was excellent her knowledge told a detailed story that one could get lost in. I would highly recommend her, over all it was a great experience especially if you love history.
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Rick
Jan 7, 2023
A pleasant visit if you can afford the $20 entry - The house is well furnished and well maintained. The guide was knowledgeable. The grounds were minimal, but the house was interesting enough by itself to justify the $20 ticket. Biggest drawback is the road up to the house: narrow, winding and torturous.
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Gardengel-iow
Jan 7, 2023
Had hope for a better experience - A large but plain house compared to some of the same era and history.
House is still lived in apparently although difficult to see how it is maintained as a museum and a home. Lots of complete and well furnished rooms. The novel is the musical instruments demonstrated by the guide.
The house was open specially for our group which was then split into two. That said the groups were still too big and not everyone could get into the rooms being talked about nor see items being talked about or pointed to which was a real shame.
A lame rum punch was served in the bar area which contained several artefacts referring to the slave era.
Not much of a garden to walk around either, or at least that we were directed to.
We were warned incessantly for our safety and therefore and unfortunately this was our only taste of Jamaica and only ever likely to be.
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