77 Best Sights in Bermuda

This is a popular spot for tourists as well as local families who like to treat their children to a sheltered white sand beach and pristine views of the water. Enjoy local and American cuisine while sipping a frozen cocktail at the beach's Hammerheads Bar and Grill; on-site water-sports and beach equipment rentals are available for kids and parents. A playground outside the park features a 70-foot, wooden green moray eel and a replica of St. David's Lighthouse. Snorkel Park Beach is just a short walk from the Dockyard cruise terminal, so it attracts many cruise passengers. Before you leave, stop in the Clocktower Mall and the Bermuda Craft Market to pick up a souvenir or two. Also nearby are restaurants, the Dockyard Ferry Terminal, and an ATM.

At night, Snorkel transforms into a lively nightclub area, especially on Monday and Thursday when live DJs spin top 40, soca, reggae, and dancehall hits. Amenities: food and drink; parking (free); toilets; water sports. Best for: partiers; snorkeling; sunset; swimming.

The history of the park goes back centuries: after sailing to Jamestown and back in 1610, Sir George Somers—the British admiral charged with developing the Bermudian colony—fell ill and died. According to local lore, he instructed his nephew Matthew Somers to bury his heart in Bermuda, where it belonged. Matthew sailed for England soon afterward, sneaking the body aboard in a cedar chest, and eventually buried it near Somers's birthplace in Dorset.

Although it can't be proven that Matthew actually carried out his uncle's wishes, it's generally believed that Admiral Somers's heart was indeed left behind in a modest tomb at the southwest corner of the park. When the tomb was opened many years later, only a few bones, a pebble, and some bottle fragments were found. Nonetheless, ceremonies were held at the empty grave in 1920, when the Prince of Wales christened this pleasant, tree-shrouded park Somers Garden.

The West End is connected to the rest of Bermuda by Somerset Bridge, and once you have crossed over it, you're no longer, according to local lingo, \"up the country.\" More than marking a boundary, Somerset Bridge is something of an attraction in its own right because it's reputed to be the world's smallest working drawbridge. It opens a mere 18 inches, just wide enough to accommodate the mast of a passing sailboat.

Popular with Somerset locals, this peaceful beach sits on Bermuda’s quiet northwestern tip, far from the bustle of Hamilton and the bigger tourist spots. True to the area’s laid-back rural vibe, it’s a low-key place that’s great for bird-watching and gentle walks. Undeveloped parkland buffers the beach from the light traffic along Cambridge Road, adding to the sense of seclusion. The main stretch of sand is long by Bermuda standards—nearly a quarter mile end to end. While the bay is exposed to the occasional north wind, the water is usually calm and shallow, making it a good pick for families with young swimmers. Just note that the bottom can be rocky in places, so water shoes are a smart idea. Amenities: parking (no fee). Best for: solitude; swimming; walking.

One of the larger north-shore beaches has water deep enough for a serious swim, although part of the beach has been taken over by the guest-only chaise lounges and umbrellas of the newly built St. Regis Bermuda Resort, which overlooks the beach. If and when you get beach-bummed out, head over to the military fort next door, for which this beach is named.

A quick tour of the structure will be a welcome break from the strong sun, as there is little shade along the beach. For a romantic evening, enjoy a beautiful alfresco meal at BLT Steak—the dining option at the St. Regis. Amenities: food and drink; parking (no fee). Best for: snorkeling; sunset; swimming.

In a place famous for manicured lawns and well-tended gardens, St. David's Island feels comparatively wild; nevertheless, the real highlight is—quite literally—St. David's Lighthouse. Built in 1879 of Bermuda stone and occupying the tallest point on the East End, this red-and-white-striped lighthouse rises 208 feet above the sea, providing jaw-dropping views of St. George's, Castle Harbour, and the reef-rimmed south shore. Although the lighthouse itself isn't accessible to the public, this is a great place to spot humpback whales passing through Bermuda's waters in April and May. St. David's is also the site of L.F. Wade International Airport, the main gateway to Bermuda.

Furnished to resemble its former incarnation as a private home, this typical Bermudian building reveals what life was like in the early 1700s. Along with period furnishings, such as a 1620 statehouse table, it has assorted documents and artifacts pertaining to the colonial days. But it's the re-created kitchen—complete with palmetto baskets and calabash dipping gourds—that really takes the cake. Downstairs, the printery features a working replica of a Gutenberg-style press, as well as early editions of island newspapers. The beautiful cottage gardens behind the museum are also worth a visit, as is the shop, Times Past, under the museum that sells Janet DeBraga's traditional banana leaf dolls and other gifts made out of locally sourced natural fibers.

If the beauty of Crystal Caves doesn't leave you reeling, a rum swizzle certainly will. Bermuda's potent national drink was supposedly invented at the Swizzle Inn, about five minutes on foot from the caves.

The most popular beach near St. George's, this small north-shore strand with ample parking is huddled in a coral cove surrounded by rock formations. Its beach house serves burgers and salads as well as specialty cocktails. Equipment rentals include umbrellas, chairs, floaties, and snorkel sets. It's a 10-minute hike from the bus stop in town, or you can flag down a taxi. In high season the beach is busy, especially when the cruise ships are docked; check the website for information on nighttime events, bonfires, and live music. Amenities: food and drink; parking (no fee); toilets; water sports. Best for: snorkeling; swimming.

St. George's administrative offices are housed in a brightly painted, two-story structure that dates back to 1808. Inside the cedar-paneled hall—where the civic government still meets—you can see portraits of past mayors.

Owned and lovingly maintained as a museum by the Bermuda National Trust, Tucker House was built in the 1750s for a merchant who stored his wares in the cellar (a space that now holds an archaeological exhibit). But it's been associated with the Tucker family ever since Henry Tucker purchased it in 1775. The house is essentially a tribute to this well-connected clan, whose members included a Bermudian governor, a U.S. treasurer, a Confederate navy captain, and an Episcopal bishop.

The kitchen, however, is dedicated to another notable—Joseph Hayne Rainey—who is thought to have operated a barber's shop in it during the Civil War. (Barber's Alley, around the corner, is also named in his honor.) As a freed slave from South Carolina, Rainey fled to Bermuda at the outbreak of the war.

Afterward he returned to the United States and, in 1870, became the first Black man to be elected to the House of Representatives. A short flight of stairs leads down to the kitchen, originally a separate building, and to an enclosed kitchen garden. Check the website for opening times, as the museum was closed for restoration work in 2025.

Work began on this intended replacement for St. Peter's Church in 1874, but just as it neared completion, construction was halted by storm damage and disagreements within the church community. Hence the massive Gothic Revival pile sat—unfinished and crumbling—until the Bermuda National Trust stepped in to stabilize the structure in 1992.

With soaring stone walls, a grassy floor, and only the sky for a roof, it's the sort of atmospheric ruin that poets and painters so admire. The inside of the building isn't currently accessible to the public, but part of the church is still open for weddings and events.

Just behind the Hamilton Central Bus Terminal is a quiet green space with benches and leafy shade, ideal for taking a break after sightseeing around the City of Hamilton. The highlight of the park is the ornate grand bandstand, erected in 1889 in commemoration of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. Today, it, along with the park, hosts many cultural events, including concerts and festivals. Make sure to come to the park with an empty stomach—Leslie's Desserts serves European-style treats out of an Airstream in the southeastern corner of the park. The freshly baked bubble waffles topped with caramel gelato and Lotus Biscoff cookie crumbles will not disappoint.

The information center—adjacent to the cruise ship pier, the ferry terminal, and a bus stop—has helpful staff, plenty of information about sights and itineraries, and booking monitors so you can arrange activities and tours of all kinds.

Unlike the more cove-like bay beaches, Warwick Long Bay stretches for about a half-mile (1 km), making it the longest beach on the island. Its backdrop combines steep cliffs with low, grassy, brush-covered hills. Though the beach is open to strong southerly winds, waves stay moderate thanks to the inner reef close to shore. Just offshore, a 20-foot coral outcrop—less than 200 feet away—resembles a sculpted boulder balancing on the water's surface. Surrounding South Shore Park is often quiet and empty, which only adds to the beach's peaceful sense of isolation. In summer, a concession stand sells drinks and snacks and rents umbrellas and chairs. Note that there are no changing rooms. Amenities: parking (no fee); toilets. Best for: snorkeling; solitude; swimming; walking.

Bermuda's National Trust (the nonprofit organization that oversees the restoration and preservation of many of the island's gardens, open spaces, and historic buildings) has its offices in Waterville, a rambling estate overlooking Hamilton Harbour. Waterville was home to the Trimingham family for seven generations. In fact, their much-loved (and still dearly missed) department store started out here in 1842. The drawing and dining rooms, both laden with art and antiques donated by the family, are open to the public during business hours. Also worth seeing is a superb showcase garden planted by the Bermuda Rose Society.

This beach can feel like a secluded oasis—especially if you visit at sunset. To reach the shore, you'll cross a wide grassy field and follow a natural rock path down to the sand. If you want to avoid crowds and take in a breathtaking view, this is your spot. West Whale Bay is also one of Bermuda's best places to see humpback whales as they pass by on their way to northern feeding grounds in late winter and early spring. The park includes picnic tables and public restrooms. Amenities: parking (no fee); toilets. Best for: snorkeling; solitude; sunset; swimming.