Arriving in Paradise
Planning your trip to Bermuda has never been easier! Keep reading for all the details on how to get here and find the perfect place to stay. From convenient flight options to a variety of comfortable accommodations, we’ve got you covered for a smooth and enjoyable visit to our beautiful island paradise.
Getting to Bermuda
If visiting by air, you’ll be able to find commercial flights from a variety of gateway cities, including: New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Toronto, and London. You will arrive at LF Wade International Airport in St. George’s.
If visiting by sea, you will arrive at one of the following ports: St. George’s Port in St. George’s, Hamilton Harbour in the City of Hamilton, or – our favourites – King’s Wharf or Heritage Wharf, which are right here in the Royal Naval Dockyard.
Travelling to Dockyard
Planning your trip to Bermuda has never been easier! Keep reading for all the details on how to get here and find the perfect place to stay. From convenient flight options to a variety of comfortable accommodations, we’ve got you covered for a smooth and enjoyable visit to our beautiful island paradise.
Ferry
The high-speed ferry is one of the best ways to travel to Dockyard. A trip from the City of Hamilton is only 20 minutes – about half the time it takes to travel by car. In the summer, you can also take the ferry from St. George’s to Dockyard in less than an hour. Not only is it fast; it’s a gorgeous way to see Bermuda from the water.
Bus
If you would like to see more of Bermuda’s sights as you travel, there are two bus routes that will bring you from the City of Hamilton to Dockyard. The scenic #7 Route takes you along the beautiful South Shore, which boasts many of Bermuda’s finest beaches. The #8 Route is a slightly shorter journey, which offers glimpses of the harbour.
Taxi
For a personal, intimate way of travelling around Bermuda, hop in a taxi. Many taxi drivers are Certified Tourism Ambassadors, which means that they are extremely knowledgeable about Bermuda’s attributes, features and attractions. Learn more about the island as you travel and get insider tips about the best places to visit.
Scooter or Electric Car
Renting a scooter or an electric car allows you to see Bermuda at your leisure, on your own schedule. Dockyard is easy to find; just keep heading west! Take Harbour Road for beautiful views of the harbour or South Shore Road for beach views with lay-bys to pull your scooter or car over and take pictures. If you want to travel more directly, Middle Road is usually the quickest way to get to Dockyard. All of these roads converge eventually, with only one main road heading west after Barnes Corner.
No matter which road you take, remember that our speed limit is 35 kph (roughly 22 mph), we drive on the left side of the road and you (and your passenger) must wear a helmet when riding a scooter.
Mini Bus
Privately operated minibus services provide an excellent mode of transportation for large groups. They provide single rides as well as sightseeing tours. The Government of Bermuda regulates minibuses.
Charter boats or Private Vessel
Visitors arriving by private vessel may use the Visitor Courtesy Dock for a maximum of three hours for free. The Visitor Courtesy Dock operates on a first come, first served basis and can facilitate vessels under 30ft. Overnight stays are prohibited.