Shaw Park Gardens

Shaw Park Gardens is a 25-acre botanical garden and historic estate in St. Ann Parish, Jamaica, perched on a hillside above Ocho Rios with panoramic views of the harbour and coastline. Established in the 1920s, the gardens feature over 600 species of tropical plants including royal palms, bougainvillea, orchids, and a 120-foot waterfall cascading through the property. Guided walking tours explain the horticultural history and point out medicinal plants used in traditional Jamaican remedies. Shaw Park is a quiet retreat from the busy cruise port below, offering a peaceful alternative to the adventure-focused attractions in the area. Aurum Transfers provides private airport transfers from Ian Fleming International Airport (OCJ) starting at $95 for up to four guests, with complimentary Starlink WiFi. The 40 minute drive from OCJ follows the coastal highway west into central Ocho Rios.