Guidebook for Hamilton and Beyond
Sightseeing
Fort Hamilton
Historic viewing spot.
Somerset Bridge Post Office
Smallest drawbridge in the world!
The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity
29 Church StThe largest Anglican Church in Bermuda.
Chancery Lane
Chancery LaneA picturesque lane with a lovely curry restaurant - Ruby Murrays.
Parks & Nature
Arboretum
Montpelier RoadWalking park
Tobacco Bay
Enclosed bay - great for swimming. Water equipment rental available.
One of Bermuda's most popular beaches. Lounge chair and umbrella rentals available during the summer season. "Rum Bum Beach Bar" on site for a bite and a drink.
63 locals recommend
Horseshoe Bay Beach
One of Bermuda's most popular beaches. Lounge chair and umbrella rentals available during the summer season. "Rum Bum Beach Bar" on site for a bite and a drink.
A stretch of beach on the North Shore of the Island, ideal for families with small children - you can walk at least 50 feet from the shore before the water comes up to your waist. There is a playground adjoining.
13 locals recommend
Shelly Bay Beach
A stretch of beach on the North Shore of the Island, ideal for families with small children - you can walk at least 50 feet from the shore before the water comes up to your waist. There is a playground adjoining.
Getting Around
Travel to the scenic and historic Dockyard as well St George's. See Bermuda from the water.
15 locals recommend
Hamilton station
Travel to the scenic and historic Dockyard as well St George's. See Bermuda from the water.
Bus Station
Church StreetTake the bus to any part of the Island from this location.
Entertainment & Activities
National Stadium
Attend major sporting events.
Learn about Bermuda's formation and colonization.
57 locals recommend
Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo
40 N Shore RdLearn about Bermuda's formation and colonization.
Travel beneath the earth and see the limestone which forms our foundation.
69 locals recommend
Crystal & Fantasy Caves
8 Crystal Caves RoadTravel beneath the earth and see the limestone which forms our foundation.
Arts & Culture
Commissioners House
Discover the part Bemuda played in WWI and WWII.
The Oldest Church in the "New World". St. George was founded in 1609 and the church was built shortly thereafter.
16 locals recommend
St. Peter's Chapel
The Oldest Church in the "New World". St. George was founded in 1609 and the church was built shortly thereafter.
Fort St. Catherine
Learn about the shipwreck that populated Bermuda.
Located in Hamilton City Hall and home of the Bermuda Society of Arts - normally an exhibition available everyday except Sundays.
Town Hall & Arts Centre
Located in Hamilton City Hall and home of the Bermuda Society of Arts - normally an exhibition available everyday except Sundays.
Home of the Americas Cup and a major cruise ship port. There's a shopping arcade for those touristy items, pharmacy, rum cake factory, bike & segway rentals, Snorkel Park (beach & beach rental equipment), movie theatre, restaurants and you can swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Quest.
Easy to reach by Ferry from Hamilton or by bus for a scenic view of the Island along the way.
61 locals recommend
Royal Naval Dockyard
Home of the Americas Cup and a major cruise ship port. There's a shopping arcade for those touristy items, pharmacy, rum cake factory, bike & segway rentals, Snorkel Park (beach & beach rental equipment), movie theatre, restaurants and you can swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Quest.
Easy to reach by Ferry from Hamilton or by bus for a scenic view of the Island along the way.
Touted as a World Heritage site, St. Georges is the location of the first settlement of the Island in 1609. It is a sleepy little town but if you're a history buff, this is the place for you! Lots of restaurants to choose from.
Once there, you can explore the Old Towne and head out to the Unfinished Church, Fort St. Catherine's Museum or take a dip at Tobacco Bay.
19 locals recommend
St. George's Parish
Touted as a World Heritage site, St. Georges is the location of the first settlement of the Island in 1609. It is a sleepy little town but if you're a history buff, this is the place for you! Lots of restaurants to choose from.
Once there, you can explore the Old Towne and head out to the Unfinished Church, Fort St. Catherine's Museum or take a dip at Tobacco Bay.
Essentials
The Marketplace
40 Church StreetOne of a chain of grocery stores on Island.
The Supermart
125 Front StLovely fresh fruits and vegetables, hot and cold deli.
Quickie Lickie Laundromat
In the City of Hamilton, with varied sized washers and driers.
Full service pharmacy open from 8:00 AM-8:00 PM. Also has an extensive greeting card, wrapping paper and children's toy section.
People's Pharmacy
62 Victoria StFull service pharmacy open from 8:00 AM-8:00 PM. Also has an extensive greeting card, wrapping paper and children's toy section.
A full service pharmacy near to the General Post Office, open from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. There is a take-out short-order restaurant called "Buzz" where you can get breakfast & lunch.
Hamilton Pharmacy
17 Parliament StA full service pharmacy near to the General Post Office, open from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. There is a take-out short-order restaurant called "Buzz" where you can get breakfast & lunch.
Tangles Hair Bermuda
3 Burnaby StreetFull service salon.
Polished Nail Boutique
Queen StreetNail salon conveniently placed in the City of Hamilton. Walk-ins are welcome.
Everything Else
The General Post Office
56 Church StSend that post card home.