My first visit to this zoo with my family! Do not underestimate this place reserve at least 2 hours for exploration. Pros - Large terrain to cover thus lots to see! - Lots of exotic animals - Petting Zoo especially great for kids - Relaxing environment… you forget you’re in Kingston - Lots of rest and relaxing stations Cons - Limited parking - Lions will only be up and about around feeding time ~ 3pm

They have improved drastically which makes it more welcoming and all age-friendly. We all enjoyed our time. Most say that I'm going to walk with a bag next time to get more Bombay mangoes at my entrance fee coat (free.... Eat what we grow😁). My only issue is why do I have to pay for parking when I'm going to park at the zoo location and pay an entrance fee?

Great opportunity to teach your child(ren) about the various animals while spending quality time. The Avian offering was great and children love it. Also a good opportunity to get some sun and steps in as this was a great walk around. The child play area is also great for kids. Overall, a great family "outdoor" experience.

This is just a piece of heaven. It's simply beautiful. The Garden well manicured, nice shady trees to just relax and breathe fresh air of nature. Beautiful space for a picnic. I went to the Chinese Garden and discovered a bit of mystery. In the Chinese court there is a centre piece that when you stand in the centre of that centre and speak your voice is amplified in such a way that you can feel it but those listening will not hear the difference. A bit weird but Kool.

It was entertaining and fun. The kids were having a blast seeing the animals. The lions were great and actually walked around and gave us a show. The zoo was clean and I was happy to see some new animals frkm the last time I went. My favwere the lion and the lioness, the kangaroos and the ostriches.

I was pleasantly surprised by all the changes done at Hope Zoo. The zoo has been upgraded: Wider variety of animals Restaurant Maps for directions Staff to assist with queries Improve facilities, bathroom and grounds Children area Proper seating Great value for money

Great zoo team, nice animals with the fact board. Nice to do nature walks, plants are amazing. Wonderful experience for the family, children and adults

Great place to go. Needs a bit of maintenance. I hope that corporate Jamaica and other organizations locally and international can help in the development of this Zoo. Went there with my son and I definitely enjoyed myself. This is a place for the family and also a mental health getaway with nature and animals. I would recommend to any and everyone!

I must say I like the changes happening by hope zoo. Will be writing a blog post on it soon. (EpicTourzZ)

We had a nice time at Hope Zoo. The area would benefit from more investment from the government to make this a really great tourist destination with better signage and larger enclosures. The security gentleman at the entrance was very friendly and helpful. The cashier lady however did not even greet us, smile, or tell us the entrance fee. She just stared in our eyes blankly and then took a phone call as we were standing there waiting for her to engage with us. Very rude and unwelcoming first impression. Everything after that was okay though. The grounds and foliage are lovely and shady. It is a nice place to spend the morning or afternoon. Better signange from the main road is much needed.

Nicely upgraded and bunch of new animals. They also have a play area for children and a snack shop. It was a pleasant surprise based my memory of the place from years ago.

Hope Zoo, what can I say except its absolutely beautiful. This was my first time visiting after 20+ years, looks smaller than I remembered but still a beautiful place to visit with the family or that special someone. The gardens are well kept, my only disappointment was seeing that main fountain not working, as a child growing up that was the spot to take photos, but overall it was a wonderful feeling being back at hope Gardens.

Never disappointed love visiting the zoo. Filled with cool & healthy animals, spacious environment, clean eating areas and accessible restroom facilities. Friendly and helpful staff! Just a few pics shared below!

There aren’t a lot of different animals. Lots of different kinds of birds. The animals looked not cared for and the crocodile looked very dry. The staff were not very friendly and seemed to hate their jobs. I would not recommend this zoo.

Big and beautiful! The place was missing more animals and directional arrows, but do definitely recommend visiting. A few "popular" animals are there, but would have loved to see a tiger and a few other. However place is well kept, and ambiance is amazing. As nature lover, this is a must visit.

Hope zoo is a awesome place u can see lot of animals and animals that u never seen hope zoo is the best place in the world if u going on.a trip go to hope zoo

Best Zoo in Jamaica

I wish their was staff their to assist us on our journey we have to do it all on our own. It wasn't bad tho

My babies enjoyed their day. It is clean and beautiful...

It was a really fun experience for me and my family though we were disappointed that majority of the collection of animals were birds. But the play ground and the food and drinks bar was a definite highlight.

Good clean fun for children. Green space and cool animals.

Went there when I was about 15 years old. My experience now is different from back than. I think they had more things there then, however it was really a good experience to my children.

The kids had an absolute blast and want to go again so we definitely will be going back!

The Zoo is well kept. The animals appear well taken care of and properly fed. The grounds has a series of maps which assist with finding where you want to go. There is a Kiosk that sells snacks and refreshments (a life-saver in that humid location). There is also a play area equipped with monkey bars, jungle gym, swings, seesaws and seating. This allows visitors to get a break from walking the vast grounds as they look at animals. The downside to the zoo experience is that you are on your own. No guide or anything. Just you and other wandering visitors trying to view the animals. I don't believe that it's value for money when the is no kind of guidance as you traverse the grounds. I believe there could be set times of the day or the week even when there is a guide and persons can choose to have the guided tour. LetsGuide 👣...Live the Experience letsguide@IG

The only reason I did not give a five is because the zoo is loosing reptiles and animals alike. I wish them all the best. I have not entered this place in over 30 years and the property was clean and beautiful. Apart from the sounds of the Macaw birds it was tranquility at its finest. Jamaicans need to step up and patronize the only zoo this side of Ja.

I loved this place from I was a child, I can remember my mother taking us there. It's very beautiful; the flower, the animal and everything about the place is an adventure. It's great for wedding, school trips, a picnic or just a day out. My children enjoy visiting whenever we are in Jamaica.

The customer service at hope zoo was excellent , I enjoyed the vegetation of the land❤❤🍃🍃. However, the zoo needs more animals and birds. But otherwise it was good.

Hope Zoo is a fantastic place to explore and learn about animals. The zoo's well-maintained exhibits showcase a variety of fascinating creatures, from lions and monkeys to flamingos and reptiles.

Small and cute. This is not where you’ll find a barrage of animals. Instead, you will find beautiful scenery, lots of birds and a cool calm atmosphere. Great for younger children as their first zoo experience.

Visited here on Emancipation Day with my son who was absolutely ecstatic about this outing. $1,500 for adults & $1,000 for kids (2-11). We explored the zoo on our own but I think we would have enjoyed it more had it been a guided tour. Lots to see & it's pretty easy to end up going around in circles & still not seeing all the animals. With all the activities they offer, my son was only able to partake in feeding the barn animals, more specifically, a goat because: 1. The cows had just eaten. 2. Petting, another activity, is only accommodated on Saturdays and Sundays (we visited on a Monday). 3. When the tuckshop attendant tried radioing to see if we could feed a budgie, no one picked up.... My son enjoyed visiting though so that made the trip worthwhile.

Title: A Perfect Photo Safari at Hope Gardens Zoo! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) I recently visited Hope Gardens Zoo for a photoshoot with my clients – the birthday girl, her parents, and I must say, it was an incredible experience! The backdrop of diverse animals provided the perfect setting for capturing memorable moments. The lions, zebras, giraffes, crocodiles, parrots, birds, turtles, and cheetahs created a dynamic and visually stunning atmosphere. The vibrant and varied scenery allowed me to capture a wide range of shots, providing my clients with a unique and unforgettable photo collection. Beyond the picturesque settings, the zoo staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, ensuring our visit was enjoyable and stress-free. The well-maintained enclosures and the overall cleanliness of the zoo added to the positive experience. I highly recommend Hope Gardens Zoo to fellow photographers and anyone seeking a picturesque location with a fantastic array of wildlife for their special moments. It's a hidden gem for capturing the beauty of nature and creating lasting memories. I'm looking forward to returning for future shoots!

I haven’t been to hope zoo in years!!! It was very green and fresh, nice tall trees lots of shade. Spacious and clean. They needed more captivating animals and also tour guides for those who request it. Was somewhat hard to find our way around. Needed more signs and directory. Also for a place that doesn’t allow food there wasn’t much meal options

The Zoo Lights event was quite impressive and was perfect for children and adults- family activity. There was a variety of activities for both adults and children to do. The lighting reminded me of Japan light spectra activities

Beautiful surroundings filled with a variety of animals. Very clean and perfect for a family outing. Tour guides need to be more knowledgeable.

Amazing oasis in the middle of Kingston. What a treat. And it’s as peaceful as it gets. Lovely trip

Love the look, my son really enjoyed his visit, he was mostly excited to see the animals aren't normally grown and seen here. The customer service experience was great?

There have major improvements from when I was a kid visiting. It's a pleasure to stroll through and see the animals now.

Absolutely beautiful!! A place to find solace and serenity.

Was fun the kidz enjoyed the visit

Great place for families to view the wonderful animals and get close up interactions.

Animals to see ... surprisingly I was more afraid of the ostrich than even the dangerous crocs and lions

Vast improvement from what it was

Perfect for kids!

Place was clean..

Lovely grounds, security team and selection of wild life

Great place to visit and bond with your kids

Da lion deh weh oonu have too lazy n entitles still n still. Sitn won't even look up at ppl. Like we a bodda him. Steups

Great fun park

Some animals weren't available, nice property

Excellent customer service and experience was good. My daughter loved ❤️ it

Was enjoyable saw funny and interesting creatures. A good variety of animals

Grossly under finance

Beautiful place with lots of shades and parks to take lots of pics!

Need to take my kids again

Hope Gardens and Zoo provides a wonderful experiential family environment. The green spaces for families to enjoy and the animals in the Zoo to excite. Plan a family picnic and come out to the gardens. Only JM$200 to park your car either in the garden or Zoo parking.

I enjoy myself... Seeing the animals... I will definitely visit there again

It was ok. There weren't a lot of animals like in the past. The children price is too much. The management should consider family price package

Family fun and festive

A lot of birds (parrots, parakeets, pheasants, budgies, Macaws, doves, flamingos, swans, ostriches, Falcons, toucans), it's basically a bird sanctuary. There were donkeys, zebras, miniature horses and a pony. They had malnourished looking mongooses. I saw squirrel monkeys and another There are no Bobcats, even though there's a sign that says there is. There were 2 kangaroos. They had 2 white tailed deers. Sheep and goats in small enclosed spaces. There were snakes at least 8. Saw a crocodile and 2 alligators, several iguanas and turtles and 2 tortoises. My favourites were the lions. One of each gender. The lion was smaller than I expected. The lioness was gorgeous. Would definitely revisit, but by myself. Its really peaceful and green.

Such a beautiful and peaceful place.

The place is clean and beautiful with several animals to view. The landscaping work makes the location provide a beautiful ambiance with seems to be consistently maintained. There is a Zeba, many different types of birds, snakes, monkeys, rabbits, crocodiles, donkeys, ostriches, ponies and an iguana, deer, kangaroos...those are the animals I can remember off the top of my head. A grounds man told me that they would soon have camels. Be prepared to meet the peacocks and pea hens casually walking around the grounds. Birds are the most common animals at the zoo from flamingos to ducks, from hawks to owls and many wonderful vibrantly coloured macaws. If you are lucky you may hear a birdie say hello or 'Waah gwaan'. There are many gazebos available to sit and grab a bite or relax for awhile with family and plenty of space for children to run about.

A lovely space just to chill with family and friends. The garden is beautiful.

It's a fun-filled visit esp for the kids. Plenty animals to see and a kidzone filled with rides for the kids to play

An okay experience and the kids make their own fun.

Awesome time for kids...now Im totally beat!!!😑

Simple, neat, nice...small is beautiful!

Well kept and properly maintained. Pleasant experience at the zoo.

Need more animals. Some areas had signs without the animals being there.

It was a great experience

I did not have a guide but the experience is good depending on who you go with

Good place for a quiet, relaxing day with the family.

Very tranquil environment. Great for the family.

Wasn't much going on for the price they charge

I'm still here, I haven't left yet :) it's peaceful, the air is fresh and the green is green at for the tired eyes. Listen to waters and birds so soothing for the ears.

Beautiful scenery and friendly staff. Animals are well taken care of and the atmosphere is just perfect. I enjoyed it man.

Very relaxing, the air is fresh, the animals are interesting.

Its was my 4 year old daughter's birthday and she really enjoyed it

Superb

Limited animals and lots of empty cages. Too many birds. Need more of other animals.

I will surely come again my time was well spent there

It's absolutely fab

The exhibitions look great!

Beautiful, well-landscaped grounds, plenty of seating areas for individuals and large groups with tons of benches and gazebos. Tons of sanitising stations and wash areas along with restrooms throughout the property. The background of the animals along with the "Did you know?" at their holding area was very helpful and informative. Scenic and picturesque.

Very beautiful and educational

Nice face-lift the place has gotten!

Breathtaking👍!

Had a lovely evening with the family.. was a small party n it seemed huge the hostess was extremely good at her job.

It was wonderful.

Amazing place. Main attractions included lion, crocodiles and snakes, lots of parrots

Good attempt but overpriced for what is offered in terms of animals and entertainment. Understand that it is an expensive venture but hope more private sponsorship can be garnered.

This is quite an improvement from what it was before.

Great option for relaxation and play. One of the few spaces in the city where kids can unwind while parents also benefit from the freedom

Great place to take the family fun.

Awesome relaxing experience. Needs more directional signs to assist the nature lover who just wants to walk and learn as they go without having to search for staff especially on a Sunday.

Nice environment, need more entertainment

Very Relaxing. More trips coming up 🙂

Was really good liked that I got to see some animals I only see on tv (kangaroos, ostrich, zebra etc) only thing I would have wanted is a tour guide to show us around to ensure we saw all the animals.

I always visit whenever I'm in Jamaica

It was really nice

The environment smells and looks clean, the animals looks happy and healthy, it's just nice and relaxing it's the place to be. Overall the experience was great and I will definitely continue to visit their.

We spent 3 hours in the zoo and absolutely enjoyed our experience. It's a a little sad that a few, like 4, animals had died, but the experience in the petting zoo - holding and petting the crocodile, the snake and feeding the sheeps and Candy the goat - certainly add to it. There were also several peahens and a peacock roaming freely which added to the experiemce. The lions were much livelier than last time and their roar was heard throughout, and that also added to the thrills. Plus, the number of birds greeting you with "hello" as you passed by certainly made us feel welcome. There's a kiosk for snacking inside the zoo and a play area for toddlers and older kids probably up to 10/12.

Serenity bliss

Wonderful space for young children

Really nice outing to spend with children. Just a few more cages fill with animals. Good to go!

The place is well kept and employees are helpful.

They need more animals....they could introduce some local animals to boost inventory . For example there are so many people who have never seen a cow or a mule in real life-just on TV or pictures. I felt the loneliness that the poor Zebra is feeling . The vegetation was green and lush though.

Awesome zoo, kids love it

IT was ok, but guides would have been nicer

Was a fun experience. One I shared with my niece ho is spending the summer with me.

A very serene, beautiful space

Had my daughter's 4th Birthday party, we used the Integrity package. The placement was clean and spacious, the tour guide was friendly and the kids really enjoyed the petting zoo.

Beautiful gardens and gorgeous animals. An ideal place for children and families to relax and play.

Great Christmas light experience for the family hope it's bigger and better for next year

Be fore you find out when they are feeding the lions ...its the best time to go

Amazing… just wish there was more interaction

I went for a retreat. It was very peaceful and the scenery was beautiful. The bathrooms were cleaned but was out of soap. We gathered at the tree house and inside was clean and very cool.

If you want a great kids friendly day, visit this hidden little gem. You get to interact with Zebra and Beautiful Birds and so much more .

Took a 7 yr old to the petting zoo.... the young man and young lady were soooo gentle with him... they understood he may have had some trepidation and dealt with it admirably. They learnt his name and addressed him accordingly. Was very gentle and instructive with the goat feeding..... Over all a great experience here.

I visit hope zoo on Monday August 1,2022 with my family. There was no one there to show us around. We had to be the ones showing ourselves around. Half of the animals where sleeping and I was so excited to see a alligator only to see a turtle in its position. The swings were dirty.. The place is beautiful but needs better customer service and more animals. Disappointed I drive for about 3 and a half hours for that.

This was a childhood moment relived when my family. The animals looked well and th grounds are immaculately kept as staff tend to different areas. Kudos to the staff and entire management who are doing an excellent job of bringing pieces of the world to Jamaica. The play area was not limited to children as adults, including myself, made great use of the swing and other equipment ☺️

Great day out, the parrots are the stars of the zoo, Major Lazer, RC, and the delightful Tinkerbell or twinklebell put a great big smile on our faces.

Great place for a lil place to chill by ur self are with the kids ✌️ great for a lil peace ☮️ of mind ☺️

The place is lush green fresh and beautiful. I went on a cozy morning and all the animals were taking naps lol. It was a good experience, sucks that you can't take your own food and I hoped for more variety in animals. Was kinda hard to navigate. Secure parking and very clean environment.