Trench Town Culture Yard Museum

This tour was pure comedy. We did the basic $20 tour. Black & Proud A.K.A. Mr. Johnson is hilarious. He was under the influence while giving our tour. He basically read the signs in the room and threw in an occassional song for entertainment. He invited me to sit on Bob Marley's bed while telling a story of a lady getting pregnant by Bob's ghost. I'm a scary indivual and not once did I feel threatened in this area. I even walked a bit to capture the wall art. While you're here you may as well visit May Pen Cemetary for the elaborate tombstones. The Tivoli Garden side (next to Tivoli High School) is open allowing you to enter and view up close.

Worth the 1500 that we paid. We took half the tour because that was all we had. It was amazing to be in trench town yard. We took the car as we were not sure of safety. Maybe the best way to go because the immediately see you are a tourist. They were super friendly and it was not dangerous. But better safe than sorry. You never know who you can come across. You can see the poverty of the neighbourhood. That's why I think you should go here and do the tour. So you can invest in the neighbourhood.

The staff members are professional and knowledgeable! Sharlett is very pleasant and Ms Smith was very helpful in providing information.

Even though the full experience wasn't experienced, I still enjoy the small educational background on how the concrete jungle began and how it was zoned is not different from the zoned section 8 housing in the states. I found the history of us to be full of resilience and strength that we have as a people.

Love, love, love this tour!! Great history there! I learned some things that didn't know about Bob Marley and the beginning of Reggae!

No photos allowed in the actual yard/residence. Always ask to take pictures anyways don’t just assume, this is people’s home and life. Informative and authentic. There was a live performance being streamed when we went also.

Went to Trenchtown today and saw all the history not only from Bob Marley but many others who I didn't even know are from Trenchtown. Good people out there, nothing but Love and Respect. My guy who's nickname is "Blackie" showed me around and was full of knowledge. So much to see and interesting facts to learn about.

MY HOME TOWN RICH HERITAGE!!! TRENCH TOWN CULTURE YARD, WE GREW IN IT!!!

Highlight of my trip! I was impressed with Barbara's knowledge of the vast history off the top of her head! The guy who took me to n the walk went above and beyond, and the experience I n Tuff Gong meant a lot too.

Loved it here. Was great hearing the history of Trench Town and Bob Marley. I would recommend going here any day. Ask for Blackie or Sophia they are awesome

This place is a must visit for true reggae fans. This is where Bob Marley and many other reggae artists started out. Remember to bring cash with you because cards are not accepted. We did a tour of the yard with the lady who manages the place then toured the neighborhood with Blackie. It was humbling and sobering to see the living conditions of the residents of Trenchtown but very a insightful and informative tour. It was a wonderful opportunity to interact with the people of Jamaica and learn from them. After the tours we heard a few songs from a member of the band Livin Kulcha. We would have bought the CD but didn't bring enough cash. It was great to see where Bob and others came from and to learn about all the music history in this tiny town. Thanks for sharing with us

Very well preserved history. We booked a private tour for retreat guests a few months ago and we are grateful for the guides knowledge and enthusiasm. From reggae influence to political topics, we learned a lot. Highly recommend

Very special place. Must see. Real people and real vibes. Honest place

An absolute must in Kingston! Yes, it is an neighborhood one would not wonder alone. But the way the story is told by the locals trumps all museums.

Oh man, TrenchTown! Do I really have to say something else? But of course! The historical background is best experienced there, but if I can say one thing, then this: I was really welcome there. I met very nice people. Link up! Especially in the Culture Yard you feel the Natural Mystic Blowing. You become the Jam. I've even been there a second time ... because of the people. :)

Nach dem Dritten mal in Kingston und dem Culture Yard:
Dieser Ort ist einer der Orte, die ich als Burg bezeichnen würde. Von hieraus kann man Kingston sehr gut erkunden und kennenlernen, man erhält Tipps von Einheimischen und man kann dort auch Begleitung und Taxi erhalten, aber noch vieles mehr...

After the third time in Kingston and the Culture Yard:
This place is one of those places I would call a castle. From here you can explore and get to know Kingston very well, you get tips from locals and you can get escort and taxi there, but much more ...
It is an oasis of peace,... jump on the vibes...

I've connected with one of the main foundations of reggae music, and it was naturally amazing. I was well received with mutual respect, and we had great energy exchange. That was one of my best experiences in Jamaica! Highly recommended to any real reggae heads! 1 Luv...✊🏿❤‍🔥👊🏿

This place pulsates with history, especially the history of Reggae music. You get the chance to stand inside Bob Marley's one-bed-room apartment, converted from what was the common kitchen in this former "tenement yard." This is a must-see tour for anyone who loves Reggae and seeks a deeper understanding of its origin.

I was great experience. Nice paintings on the walls and pictures of bob marley and others.

Really enjoyed the visit and history lessons. Bob Marley isn't the only focus of the tour. You will learn about all the legendary people that make Trench Town the historic site it is. The real stars are the locals that run the tours. They are able to explain the significance of the lyrics, the legends who helped create the legend and the family history of Bob. You can see his room. You can see his lifestyle.

This was a really unique and worthy experience. We opted for the full community tour option ($30 US per adult plus tip for the tour guide) and we were there about an hour and a half. The woman who runs the place seems really amazing and her son was an excellent tour guide. The community tour may vary depending on when you are there and what is going on. The tour of the museum/house felt a little rushed- there was tons of stuff to look at and I could have spent more time in each room. Bob Marleys mom’s house is only something you can see from the street not enter. I could go on about how valuable I think this experience would be for everyone…the community is very welcoming and the place really is open everyday as those who run it live right there. Just pull up and ask and they will get someone if the gate is closed. She also runs a hostel right there nearby as well if you are interested in really being immersed and welcomed into the community. I wish more neighborhoods all over the world would organize cultural history, community cooperative and immersion opportunities like this.