An off-the-beaten-path cove located down a flight of ledge-like stairs carved into the rugged limestone cliffs of Astwood Park. The reward for making it down: You’ll most likely have this postcard-perfect beach all to yourself.
49 South Rd.
Warwick, WK 02
The longest stretch of sand in Bermuda is the best place to start a seaside hike that hits most of the south shore’s best beaches. (Start at any further east and you’ll hit a bunch of pesky rocks hiking west.) Park your car at the western end of the beach if you’d rather avoid the very long walk down the shore.
South Shore Park
Warwick, WK 02
A sublime natural swimming pool closed off from the ocean by limestone rocks, which buffer both the breeze and the waves, making this spot great for beach picnics and family gatherings. Bring the snorkel gear: There’s a good chance you’ll spot a parrot fish swimming by the rocks.
South Shore Park
Warwick, WK 02
The best beach for a Bermuda bonfire. Set up your pit within one of the small, rocky nooks, which do good work blocking the breeze. You’ll get a nice photo out of it too come nightfall when the flames illuminate the rock face. If you’d rather not do any kindling work, Bermuda Cool Run-Ins will do it for you.
South Shore Park
Warwick, WK 02
There’s a reason tourists flock here. The pink sands are coral-flecked and pillow-soft. The sparkling blue waters are world-famous. There’s a kiddie beach and a rum bar tucked away to one side. On Good Friday, the cove is filled with locals flying kites, an Easter tradition meant to symbolize the ascension of Christ that is now practiced by hobbyists around the island all year round.
Horseshoe Rd.
Southampton
The oldest Anglican church outside the British Isles. Don't stop at the photogenic staircase. The cedar-clad sanctuary and the African burial ground out back (one of a handful of reasons this church is on Bermuda's African Diaspora Heritage Trail) is worth a look, too.
Queen St.
St. George's, GE 05
A favorite North Shore hang, especially with the cliff jumping contingent. The park’s limestone bluffs house a system of ocean-fed caves, which are used by divers to rescale the rock face post-jump. Pirates used these literal holes in the wall to smuggle goods into Bermuda. Today, these windows onto the Atlantic make great places to crack open a beer, eat an Art Mel’s fish sandwich, and chill out.
Spanish Point Rd.
Pembroke, HM 02
A pink-sand beauty dotted with picturesque yellow umbrellas where the sunsets rarely disappoint and the sight of divers waddling into the water in full scuba gear is not at all uncommon. (The ocean drop-off is unusually close to shore here.) Gain access to the most pristine section of the beach by booking a spa appointment or dinner reservation at the members-only Coral Beach Club.
60 South Shore Rd.
Paget, PG 04
Every Wednesday evening during the summer, Hamilton’s main drag is closed off to traffic and filled with local craftspeople selling their wares, food trucks hawking local specialities, and the country’s famous Gombey dancers who bust a move in colorful costumes to the sound of goatskin drums.
Front St.
Hamilton
In St. George’s, a public edible garden that belongs to a beautifully maintained home dating back to the early 1700s. Stop in and sniff around (you’ll find all sorts of herbs, cherries, and other aromatics) but be respectful — you’re on somebody’s property.
3 King St.
St. George's, GE 05
What was once Bermuda’s short-lived railway is now a lush pedestrian-only path that spans the entirety of the island. Walk, run, or bike alongside cedar trees, fruiting flora, and a variety of lofty palms at a leisurely pace, taking in historical points of interest — including Somerset Bridge, the world's smallest drawbridge (linked on the map) — and fantastic views along the way.
Bermuda
The treatment rooms at Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa make the most of their serene location — floating on azure water inside a half-million-year-old cave or in an over-water gazebo in a private cove. Book a cave massage and let the sound of water dripping off stalactites wash away all wandering thoughts.
11 Blue Hole Hill
Hamilton Parish, CR 04
+1-441-293-8333
Spread over several historic fortifications, the museum explores Bermuda’s more than 500 years of history — shipwrecks, pirates, and all. Make a beeline to the beautifully restored Commissioner’s House and marvel at artist Graham Foster’s larger-than-life Hall of History Mural. Fun fact: The balcony on the house’s third floor is the windiest corridor in the entire country.
Maritime Ln.
Sandys, MA 01
+1-441-234-1333
Located in an old arrowroot factory within the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, the country’s first purpose-built museum exhibits Bermuda-inspired work from artists dating back to the 1700s, including Georgia O’Keefe and Winslow Homer. If you catch founder Tom Butterfield running around, ask for a tour of the archives. He’ll gladly oblige.
183 South Rd.
Paget, DV 04
+1-441-299-4000
Discovered in the early 1900s by two Bermudian boys searching for a lost cricket ball, this ancient cave, which is fed by crystal-clear ocean water and covered in calcite, has inspired the likes of many, including Mark Twain, its supposed first tourist visitor. The tour you take to access it is fun, especially if you're in a small group: They turn the lights out for a second at the end to simulate the boy’s pioneer discovery, which is both surreal and nerve-racking.
8 Crystal Caves Rd.
Hamilton Parish, CR 04
+1-441-293-0640
A tiny hidden gem of a beach that’s perfect for an amorous rendezvous. Few know about it, so chances are you and your special someone will have it all to yourself, but if you do find a couple here, local custom is to leave them alone. This beach is best experienced as a party of two.
Barry Rd..
St. George's, GE 03
A former NASA space tracking station turned actual paradise, this out-of-the-way nature reserve has only been open to the public since 1995 (before then, it was occupied by American military), so many of its trails and beaches remain unspoiled. Grab a swizzle and a fish sandwich at Gombey’s Bar by Clearwater Beach, then hike to the wildlife observation tower at the end of the island for sunset. You may spot an egret, turtle, or a whale out at sea along the way.
Cooper's Island Rd.
St. George's, DD 03
Great for snorkeling. Great for families. Great for bumping to live music by a bonfire when live bands come to play at the beach bar and restaurant in the summer. Not so great when cruise ships pull into port down in St. George’s, so check the schedule before coming. Achilles’ Bay up the coast has similar snorkeling opportunities and is never crowded, but doesn’t offer gear rentals like Tobacco Bay does.
9 Coots Pond Rd.
St. George's, GE 03