Bermuda

The Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum & Zoo (BAMZ) (BAMZ) is a multi-purpose educational and conservation center for the preservation of marine and land creatures. Owned and operated by the Bermuda Government, the Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum and Zoo (BAMZ) is situated in the picturesque Flatts Village and features a variety of habitats.

The aquarium displays over 200 species of fish and marine invertebrates from the shallow coastal waters, northern coral reefs, and the deep ocean. The zoo exhibits more than 300 birds, mammals, and reptiles from the oceanic islands in naturalistic habitats with beautiful water vistas and coastal walkways. The Bermuda Natural History Museum explores Bermuda's geological formation, the island's diverse habitats, and the impact of human life on a small island environment.

40 N Shore Rd, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-293-2727

The Bermuda Botanical Gardens is located in Paget Parish and features more than 35 acres of beautifully maintained flowers, shrubs, and trees. Established and inaugurated in 1898, the Bermuda Botanical Gardens is home to an extensive collection of subtropical fruit trees, banyan trees, hibiscus, and an aviary as well as an aromatic garden designed for blind visitors.

Exquisite formal gardens and lawns surround large glass conservatories housing cacti and orchids, while a visitor center offers a wealth of information about the gardens. Free walking tours of the gardens are offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays starting at 10:30am from the visitor center. The Bermuda Botanical Gardens is also home to Camden House, the official residence of Bermuda's premier, and boasts typical Bermudian architecture and an excellent collection of art and antiques.

Point Finger Road Pharmacy, 16 Point Finger Rd, DV 04, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-236-4201

Set in the gardens of Queen Elizabeth Park in the city of Hamilton, the Bermuda Historical Society Museum presents the history of the island through an outstanding collection of significant historical documents, original collections, and artifacts of the isle. Other exhibits include Bermudian treasures, coins, silver and gold furniture, a great silver collection, rare “hog” money, a Wedgwood vase, and an 1830 Waterford crystal chandelier.

The museum is also home to a model of a ship, the Sea Venture, as well as exhibits of artifacts from the Boer War, and it also houses the Bermuda National Library.

Bermuda Historical Society Museum, Queen Elizabeth Park, 11 Queen St, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-295-2487

Attractions for Couples

Housed on the second floor of the City Hall and Arts Center, the Bermuda National Gallery was established in 1992 and features three permanent collections along with rotating exhibits of artworks spanning from the 1600s to the present day.

The Bermuda Collection, the centerpiece of the museum, explores the history and culture of the island and its people, while the African Collection celebrates the artistic traditions of West African cultures and the Watlington Collection showcases centuries of European art.

There are also exhibits of contemporary art and photography by local and international artists. The Bermuda National Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the City Hall and Arts Center.

Bermuda National Gallery , 2nd Floor, City Hall & Arts Centre, 17 Church St, Hamilton, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-295-9428

The Bermuda Reef Explorer is a spacious custom-built double-decker glass bottom boat that offers 2-hour tours of the underwater world, along with 3-hour snorkeling cruises to quiet, sheltered coves. Owned and operated by Captain Michael Gladwin, Bermuda Reef Explorer tours leave from the Island Tour Centre in Hamilton and give visitors the opportunity to see and experience the spectacular reefs and waters around the island, which are home to coral reefs, sea turtles, and an 18th-century shipwreck. Nighttime Pirate Adventure Cruises explore Atlantic sea life and its nocturnal creatures, and Captain Michael Gladwin shares interesting stories about Bermuda's buccaneering past.

Bermuda Reef Explorer, Suite 251, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM 11, Bermuda, Phone: 441-535-7333

Established in 1997, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) is situated in Hamilton and features a variety of exciting and interactive exhibits and displays that explore the mysteries of the ocean, its diverse marine life and spectacular corals, and the historic shipwrecks of Bermuda. One of the top tourist attractions on the island, the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) has two floors of exhibitions, including the Treasure Room with artifacts found by legendary scuba diver, Teddy Tucker. Other exhibits include a replica of the jaws of the largest great white shark ever caught, glassware from the wrecks of Lord Amherst (1778) and L'Herminie (1838), and notable displays of the 300 shipwrecks found around the coast in the Shipwreck Gallery.

40 Crow Lane, off Eastern Broadway, Hamilton City, Pembroke, Phone: (441) 292-7219

Located in the heart of Hamilton City, the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity also known as the Bermuda Cathedral, is an Anglican church and a magnificent example of neo-Gothic and Victorian architecture. Designed by Scottish architect William Hay of Edinburgh, the Bermuda Cathedral was built in 1844 using Bermuda limestone and Caen stones imported from Normandy in France.

The cathedral features magnificent arches, tinted glass windows, carved altar screens, and a warrior chapel as well as several sculptures depicting Christ and many saints. A 143-foot tower boasts panoramic views of Hamilton City and as far as Bermuda's North Shore. The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity is located at 29 Church Street in Hamilton City and is open to the public from 8:00am to 5:00pm daily. The tower is open from Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 3:30pm and admission is free.

29 Church St, Hamilton, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-292-4033

Recommended Activities for Families

Bermuda's Crystal & Fantasy Caves are magnificent natural caves with deep, clear underground pools of azure blue water and incredible stalactite and stalagmite formations, rare chandelier clusters, and delicate crystallized soda straws.

One of the island's top attractions, the Crystal and Fantasy Caves draw hundreds of visitors every year to marvel at their beauty. Both caves offer different experiences, with majestic waterfalls, walls covered in calcite mineral deposits, crystal-clear mineral pools, and a network of passageways connecting the caves with the ocean. Located in Hamilton Parish and close to Castle Harbor, the 500-meter-long caves were discovered by Carl Gibbons and Edgar Hollis in 1907 and have been delighting visitors ever since. State-of-the-art lighting systems highlight the intricacies and impressive details of the formations and the caves are open to the public daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm with guided tours offered every 20 minutes.

8 Crystal Caves Road, Hamilton Parish CR 04, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-293-0640

The Dockyard Glassworks specializes in handmade glass, including sculptural glass created using the Italian technique as well as stunning art glasses blown in the on-site glass blowing studio. Visitors can watch artisan glass masters at work making intricate glassware items using glass blowing techniques in the studio or purchase some beautiful pieces in the Glass Gallery. Artistic pieces include objets d'art, jewelry, and other decorative items across a wide price range. The Dockyard Glassworks is open to the public daily.

19 Maritime Lane, Royal Naval Dockyard, Hamilton MABX, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-234-4216

Dolphin Quest offers visitors a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact and swim with dolphins. Committed to the conservation and preservation of the planet, Dolphin Quest provides inspirational, interactive experiences to inspire the next generation of visitors to respect, value, and work to conserve the living oceans. Dolphin Quest also offers a variety of educational programs and supports critical marine scientific studies aimed at the conservation and preservation of the ocean and its residents. Dolphin Quest provides a variety of experiences, ranging from Dolphin Dips and Sea Quests to Trainer for a Day and Dolphin Quest camps. Dolphin Quest is also a partner of the National Museum of Bermuda, which explores Bermuda's rich history through an outstanding collection of historical artifacts and objects.

Maritime Lane, Bermuda, Phone: +1 441-234-4464