Seville Heritage Park

Seville Heritage Park covers 300 acres on Jamaica's northern coast and displays historical buildings, archaeological sites, and cultural landmarks from different periods. The grounds feature reconstructed Taino settlements, African villages, and plantation structures that show the complex history of the island.

Spanish colonists established their first capital, Sevilla la Nueva, here in 1509 but abandoned it by 1534. The site shows how the island shifted from Spanish rule to British control and later to plantation economies.

The Great House contains objects and displays that show how Taino, African, British, and Spanish peoples influenced Jamaica's development. Walking through these rooms helps visitors understand how different groups shaped the island's character.

Guided tours let visitors explore reconstructed settlements, villages, and historic structures throughout the grounds, with advance bookings needed for some areas. The best time to visit is during the cooler and drier months from November to April.

Archaeological digs have uncovered remains from four distinct phases: Taino settlement, Spanish colony, British plantation, and post-emancipation period. These layers show how a single landscape reflects the broader changes the island experienced.