Things To Do in Bermuda

Explore the Crystal Caves of Bermuda, an otherworldly network of caves and subterranean lakes that were first discovered in 1901 by two young Bermudian boys who had lost their cricket ball. There are guided tours that take visitors deep inside these two caves that date back to the Ice Age.

Twice a week (Wednesdays & Saturdays), Lili Bermuda Perfumery, a quaint perfume shop, hosts a classic English afternoon tea in the pretty gardens of the shop. This perfect little spot is a great place to indulge in quintessential British pastime, while you enjoy finger sandwiches, tiny cakes and petits-fours and scones with clotted cream, jam, and honey.

Bermuda’s capital city, Hamilton could be described as the heartbeat of the island, with many of the businesses located here. Though, the pastel-coloured offices are cute there is also a steady stream of leisure activities downtown where you can find fresh, contemporary boutiques, amazing restaurants, and a smattering of cultural sites.

Horseshoe Bay Beach is one of the most beautiful, and iconic, beaches in Bermuda, with its soft pink sand, stunning rock formations and clear turquoise waters. Located in the Southampton Parish and is where Bermuda hosts its biggest beach party of the year: the Beach Fest!

Built in 1926, the Bermuda Railway extended from one end of Bermuda to the other, carrying passengers across the island from 1931 to 1948. In 1964, 18 miles of the 22 original miles, reopened as a mixed-use running, biking, and horseback riding trail and in 1986, the Bermuda Railway Trail was consecrated as a national park and is a lovely, family adventure that provides fantastic high views of the coastline and surrounding waters.

Sample some of the local delicacies, including the infamous fried fish sandwich and there is no better to place to enjoy this than Art Mel’s Spicy Dicy. Here, you’ll find the best version as well as other mouth-watering dishes.

Covering 41,000 square feet, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) features three floors packed with exhibits, many interactive, that are dedicated to exploring the impressive underwater world of Bermuda. There are intact artifacts, priceless treasures from the sea floor, and gold doubloons.

Warwick Long Bay is a long stretch of rugged beach that’s next to Horseshoe Bay Beach. But these two couldn’t be more different. Warwick Bay is secluded with vibrant green foliage and lined with towering limestone, and very rarely sees many crowds. If you want to snorkel or swim, head to Jobson’s Cove, one of several smaller coves at the beach's western end.

The Bermuda Botanical Gardens are a 36-acre park that was originally founded in 1898 to protect the island's endemic trees and plants. Today, this peaceful green space is filled with tall cedars and full palmetto trees, whose leaves were once used to make thatched roofs. Within the park, there are also multiple tropical plants and trees from all over the world, as well as a hedge maze for the kids to spend hours in.

Head over to Bail’s Bay Ice Cream Parlour during especially hot days. Across the street from Swizzle Inn (another place you should absolutely check out!), this turquoise-painted dessert destination is stocked up on ice creams, sherbets, sorbets, and frozen yoghurt to help keep you cool in the sun. There is a range of flavours to choose from, including the classic vanilla and strawberry as well as island-specific scoops such as ‘Dark n’ Stormy’ and ‘Bermuda Banana’. Or feast on an ice cream sundae, layered with fudge, whipped cream, brownies, and more.