Updated in September 2026, this Cinnamon Hill Great House guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, accessibility and what to see.
The Cinnamon Hill Great House is a 1734 plantation home near Montego Bay, Jamaica, once owned by Johnny Cash. This guide was updated in September 2026 and checked against Rose Hall’s live booking system, since the estate’s own Cinnamon Hill page hasn’t been revised since February 2024. The current online rate is $23 per person, a small discount off the standard $25 gate price. You can book in advance through Viator before your visit.
Quick facts about the Cinnamon Hill Great House
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Rose Hall Road, near Montego Bay, Jamaica |
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri 10am–3pm; closed weekends and public holidays |
| Adult admission | $25.00 ($23.00 online) |
| Child admission (4–11) | $10.00 |
| Tour duration | 45 minutes |
| Reservations | Required for groups over 15 |
Why book Cinnamon Hill Great House tickets?
- 🏛️ The home of Johnny Cash: Cash and his wife June Carter Cash owned the house from the early 1970s until his passing.
- 🎟️ A poet’s former home too: The house once belonged to relatives of poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
- 🌿 Frozen in time: Family photos, Johnny’s work boots and even a crocodile he helped catch remain on display.
- 📜 Built in 1734: Few Jamaican great houses still standing are this old.
- 💰 A short, focused visit: The 45-minute tour fits easily around a beach day or cruise stop.
Opening hours at the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The Cinnamon Hill Great House runs tours Monday to Friday, from 10am to 3pm. It’s closed on weekends and public holidays, and all tours are weather permitting.
Ticket prices for the Cinnamon Hill Great House
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | $25.00 gate price ($23.00 booked online) |
| Child (4–11 years) | $10.00 |
A Witches Brew Cocktail is available on the tour for an additional cost. Prices are current as of September 2026 and may change without notice. You can book through Viator to secure the online rate.
How to get to the Cinnamon Hill Great House
By car or taxi, the house is on Rose Hall Road, a short drive east of Montego Bay. Transportation to the tour location isn’t provided, so arrange a taxi, rental car or organised tour in advance.
Parking at the Cinnamon Hill Great House
Parking is available at the estate for visitors arriving by car or taxi.
How long to spend at the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The guided tour lasts 45 minutes. Tour duration doesn’t include travel time to and from the property.
Accessibility at the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The house isn’t handicapped accessible, and the visit isn’t recommended for visitors with mobility challenges or recent back problems.
What to see at the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The house itself. Georgian-style island architecture, period furnishings and native flowers surround a home that feels frozen in the 1970s.
Johnny and June’s personal belongings. Family photographs, Johnny’s well-worn work boots, and other personal items remain exactly as the couple left them.
The nature walk. A short walk through the grounds takes in native flowers and Jamaica’s iridescent hummingbirds.
Ghost stories. Guides share the house’s reputation for hauntings, with sightings reported by the Cash family and visitors alike.
The Witches Brew Cocktail. An optional extra at the end of the tour, themed around the estate’s spookier reputation.
Practical tips for visiting the Cinnamon Hill Great House
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wear comfortable shoes | The tour includes a nature walk over uneven ground. |
| Leave the camera in your bag | No photos or videos are allowed inside the house. |
| Book online for a discount | The online rate runs slightly below the walk-up gate price. |
| Arrange your own transport | Transportation to the property isn’t included in the ticket. |
| Book tickets in advance | Advance booking is recommended, especially for groups, and you can book through Viator. |
Frequently asked questions about the Cinnamon Hill Great House
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I take photos inside the house? | No, photography and video aren’t permitted inside. |
| How long does the tour last? | About 45 minutes, not including travel time to the property. |
| Is the house wheelchair accessible? | No, it isn’t handicapped accessible. |
| Is transportation included in the ticket? | No, you’ll need to arrange your own transport to and from the estate. |
| Should I book in advance? | Yes, particularly for groups over 15. You can book in advance through Viator. |
Things to do near the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The Rose Hall Great House, home of the legendary “White Witch” Annie Palmer, is on the same estate as Cinnamon Hill.
Cinnamon Hill Golf Course offers an 18-hole course overlooking the Caribbean Sea, on the same grounds.
Doctor’s Cave Beach, one of Montego Bay’s most famous beaches, is a short drive away.
The Shoppes at Rose Hall has shops and restaurants close to the estate.
Montego Bay’s Hip Strip offers bars, restaurants and nightlife along the town’s main tourist stretch.
Alternative attractions to the Cinnamon Hill Great House
The Greenwood Great House, once owned by relatives of the Barrett family, stands on a hilltop with antiques and a rare musical instrument collection, a short drive along the coast.
Bellefield Great House has been home to the same family since the 1700s, with a converted sugar mill now serving as a restaurant.
Good Hope Estate, in Trelawny’s mountains, is a former sugar plantation set across 2,000 acres.
Devon House, in Kingston, is a 19th-century mansion known for its ice cream shop and craft market, a longer drive across the island.
Seville Heritage Park, near St Ann’s Bay, preserves the remains of an early Spanish and British settlement on Jamaica’s north coast.
More Jamaica travel
Other Jamaica travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Rum-tasting at the Appleton Estate in Jamaica.
- How to visit YS Falls in Jamaica.
- Original Blue Hole visitor guide: One of the most incredible swimming spots near Ocho Rios.
- What to expect at the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston.
- Plan your visit to Konoko Falls, Ocho Rios: Guide with hours, prices and waterfall climb tips.
