Bermuda is close enough for a long weekend and different enough to feel like a real escape. Pink-sand coves, pastel cottages, championship golf, and a 400-year-old colonial town all fit on one compact island chain.
This Bermuda travel guide is designed for travelers who want to plan their trip with care: choosing the right place to stay, the best time to visit, how to experience more than the beaches, and how to arrive as seamlessly as possible.
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Bermuda at a Glance
Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic, about 665 miles east-southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It's often grouped with the Caribbean, but it sits much farther north.
The capital is Hamilton. The Bermudian dollar is pegged one-to-one to the US dollar, and both currencies circulate on equal terms.
Who This Guide Is For
This Bermuda luxury travel guide is for couples planning a quick getaway, families looking for calm beaches, golfers chasing a bucket-list round, and groups celebrating a milestone.
It's also for first-time charter travelers. If you've never flown private, the "Flying private to Bermuda" section below covers what to expect.
How to Plan a Luxury Bermuda Trip
Start with your base. Bermuda is small, but where you stay shapes your days: Hamilton for dining and shopping, the South Shore for beaches, the East End for history and golf, and the West End for a quieter pace.
Next, plan how you'll get around. Visitors can't rent standard cars in Bermuda, so most rely on taxis, private drivers, ferries, or rented scooters. Ask your hotel to arrange private transfers in Bermuda before you land.
Finally, set the pace. Three or four days covers the highlights. A week or more lets you settle into island time.
Best Places to Visit in Bermuda
Bermuda's main islands are linked by bridges and causeways, so each area is an easy trip from the others, and you can fit many of the best things to do in Bermuda into one stay.
Hamilton and the Central Parishes
Hamilton is Bermuda's capital and its busiest harbor town. Front Street lines the waterfront with shops, restaurants, and ferry connections across the Great Sound. It's a natural starting point for fine dining and many of Bermuda's best restaurants.
Best for: dining, shopping, and harbor views.
St. George's and the East End
Founded in 1612, the Town of St. George is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that UNESCO calls "an outstanding example of the earliest English urban settlement in the New World." Its narrow lanes, historic churches, and forts make it a rewarding half-day walk.
The East End is also home to the private Mid Ocean Club and several of the island's luxury resorts.
Best for: history, architecture, and golf.
The South Shore
The South Shore runs through Warwick and Southampton parishes, with a string of pink-sand beaches, coves, and coastal trails.
Best for: beaches, snorkeling, and coastal walks.
Royal Naval Dockyard and the West End
At Bermuda's western tip, the Royal Naval Dockyard is home to the National Museum of Bermuda, with shipwreck artifacts and exhibits on the island's role in world history. Nearby, the Bermuda Arts Centre hosts live glassblowing, and Somerset Village offers quiet lanes and local shops.
Best for: museums, craft shopping, and a slower pace.
Best Beaches in Bermuda
Bermuda's beaches get their rosy color from tiny red organisms that live under coral reefs. Their remains wash ashore and mix with the white sand, and the pink tone is strongest near the water's edge.
Horseshoe Bay in Southampton Parish is the island's best-known beach. It has chair and snorkel rentals, a beachside café, and lifeguards from May through October.
Inside Horseshoe Bay, sheltered Port Royal Cove is a calm spot for small children. From there, a 1.2-mile dune trail through South Shore Park leads to Warwick Long Bay and smaller, more secluded coves.
Best Time to Visit Bermuda
Bermuda's climate is mild year-round, thanks to the surrounding ocean. Your best time depends on whether you're coming for the beach, golf, or quieter streets.
Spring (March to May)
Spring brings warming weather and lighter crowds. It's a comfortable season for golf, walking St. George's, and exploring the trails before peak summer.
Summer and Early Fall (June to October)
Summer is beach season, with warm water and full resort calendars. Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November, so build flexibility into your dates and consider travel insurance.
Flying private helps here: if a storm shifts your plans, you can often move your departure without rebooking a connection.
Late Fall and Winter (November to February)
Winter is Bermuda's off-season. It's too cool for most beachgoers, but mild enough for golf, dining, and sightseeing, and hotels are quieter. Some beach amenities close for the winter.
Luxury Hotels and Where to Stay
Hamilton, Bermuda
Luxury hotels and resorts in Bermuda are spread across the island, so choose based on the setting you want.
Rosewood Bermuda, in Hamilton Parish, sits near Tucker's Town and its golf courses.
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, a Fairmont hotel on Hamilton Harbour, puts you close to the capital's restaurants and shops.
The Loren at Pink Beach, on the South Shore, offers a contemporary oceanfront setting near Tucker's Town.
The St. Regis Bermuda Resort, in St. George's, sits close to the historic town and Five Forts Golf Club.
Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa, in Sandys Parish, offers a quieter West End stay.
Book early for summer and holiday weeks, when the best rooms fill quickly. Groups who want more space and privacy can also look at luxury villas.
Luxury Bermuda Experiences
Golf
Port Royal Golf Course, located in Southampton Parish, Bermuda.
Bermuda has more golf than its size suggests, and the best golf courses in Bermuda include both private clubs and public courses. The private Mid Ocean Club is frequently ranked among the world's best links, and Port Royal Golf Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, is a well-known public course. Tucker's Point Golf Club was originally designed in 1932.
On the Water
The Great Sound and Bermuda's reefs are made for a day on the water. Book a luxury yacht charter or a private boat with a captain for sailing, snorkeling, and a stop at a quiet cove, or ask your hotel to arrange a sunset cruise.
History and Caves
Beyond St. George's and the Dockyard, Crystal Caves is one of Bermuda's most memorable sights. Discovered in 1907, it surrounds a clear underground lake 55 feet deep, with columns formed where stalactites and stalagmites meet.
Flying Private to Bermuda
Bermuda has one airport, so planning a private jet to Bermuda starts simply: there's no need to choose where to land. Every private jet charter arrives at L.F. Wade International Airport.
Here's what to know about a private jet charter to Bermuda. From the US Northeast, the flight takes about two hours. From South Florida or Toronto, plan on about two and a half hours.
| Departure | Approximate distance | Approximate flight time to BDA | Minimum aircraft category |
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| Boston | 670 nm | About 2 hours | Midsize |
| New York (Teterboro) | 680 nm | About 2 hours | Midsize |
| Washington, DC (Dulles) | 740 nm | About 2 hours | Midsize |
| Charlotte | 830 nm | About 2.5 hours | Midsize |
| Miami | 900 nm | About 2.5 hours | Midsize, super-midsize |
| Toronto | 980 nm | About 2.5 hours | Midsize, super-midsize |
| Atlanta | 990 nm | About 2.5 hours | Midsize, super-midsize |
| Chicago | 1,240 nm | About 3 hours | Super-midsize, heavy |
Estimates only. Actual flight time depends on aircraft, winds, and routing.
Private-Air Access
L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) is on St. David's Island in the East End, about 9 miles northeast of Hamilton. Its 9,705-foot runway handles jets of every size, and because Bermuda is so far from the mainland, private traffic is limited to jets.
As the only private jet airport in Bermuda, L.F. Wade handles private flights through a dedicated FBO terminal with customs and immigration services. US citizens need a valid passport, and no visa is required for stays of 90 days or less, according to the US Department of State.
Midsize jets and larger heavy jets are preferred options for flights to Bermuda and are suited for over-water trips.
Read our full destination guide to private jet travel to Bermuda.
Suggested Bermuda Itineraries
Bermuda rewards an unhurried pace. Use these luxury Bermuda itineraries as a starting point.
Long-Weekend Bermuda Itinerary (3 to 4 Days)
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Land at L.F. Wade, transfer to your hotel, and spend the afternoon on the beach or by the pool.
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Start at Horseshoe Bay, then walk the dune trail to Warwick Long Bay. End with dinner in Hamilton.
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Explore St. George's in the morning and play a round in the East End in the afternoon.
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Charter a boat for snorkeling, then fly home in the evening.
10-Day Bermuda Itinerary
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Base yourself near the harbor for dining, shopping, and a ferry ride across the Great Sound.
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Move to a beach resort for pink-sand coves, snorkeling, and a round at Port Royal.
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Walk St. George's, visit Crystal Caves, and play golf near Tucker's Town.
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Finish at a quiet resort near Dockyard, with a visit to the National Museum of Bermuda before your flight home.
Bermuda Travel FAQ
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No. Bermuda is in the North Atlantic, about 665 miles east-southeast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It's often grouped with Caribbean destinations, but it sits much farther north and has a milder climate.
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Yes. US citizens need a passport to enter Bermuda and to return to the US. No visa is required for stays of 90 days or less, according to the US Department of State.
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From New York or Boston, a private flight takes about two hours. From South Florida or Toronto, it's about two and a half hours, depending on the aircraft and winds.
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No. Visitors can't rent standard cars in Bermuda. Most get around by taxi, private driver, ferry, or rented scooter.
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Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November. If you're traveling in those months, keep your dates flexible and consider travel insurance.
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The Bermudian dollar is pegged one-to-one to the US dollar, and US dollars are widely accepted.
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