Turtle River Park from the Ocho Rios cruise port

Attraction30-60 minutes

A 3-hectare landscaped park at the entrance to Ocho Rios with a walkway, a pond with fish and turtles, gazebos and a children's play area. It is a quiet break, not a major sight.

Getting there from the ship

From
Turtle Bay Pier
Ocho Rios has 2 cruise piers; your line confirms which one the evening before. Pier guide.
Travel time
Ask at the taxi stand
Allow about 20 minutes to get off the ship first. Ocho Rios taxi fares.
Cost
Free entry (UDC). Parking J$300 per hour or J$1,000 per day.
Time to allow
30-60 minutes

Will you be back for all aboard?

Plan on 30-60 minutes, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–3:30 pm call.

Tip

Open 7:00 to 20:00 daily (weekends to 21:00) per UDC. A third-party site lists a different set of hours, so rely on UDC.

Ocho Rios cruise port: Turtle River Park FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Turtle River Park?

Free entry (UDC). Parking J$300 per hour or J$1,000 per day.

How much time do you need at Turtle River Park?

Allow 30-60 minutes. Plan on 30-60 minutes, and check the travel time with a taxi dispatcher at the pier before you commit on a 8:00 am–3:30 pm call.

Can you visit Turtle River Park on your own from a cruise ship?

Yes, it is easy to do on your own. Open 7:00 to 20:00 daily (weekends to 21:00) per UDC. A third-party site lists a different set of hours, so rely on UDC.

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