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® feel the love Sightseeing & Activities CONTENTS PAGE Sightseeing Attractions ………………………………. 1 – 5 Historical Churches …………………………………... 5 Forts …………………………………………..………… 5 – 6 Galleries & Artists’ Studios ………………….………… 6 – 8 Government & Corporation Buildings ……..………… 8 Eco Tourism: bird watching, nature trails & tours ….. 9 – 10 Horseback Riding ……………………………………… 10 – 11 Recreational Opportunities for Visitors with Special Needs …………………………………………. 11 “Daily” means seven days a week. (BNT) denotes Bermuda National Trust properties. Bermuda National Trust Members admitted free with valid membership card. Bermuda has a reciprocal agreement with National Trusts around the world. Bermuda National Trust “Combination Ticket”: $10 (includes Tucker House Museum, Bermuda National Trust Museum and Verdmont Museum, and is available for purchase at all three Museums). During the winter months some sightseeing attractions reduce their operating hours/tours, or may even close completely for a time without notice. Wherever possible this information has been indicated. Sightseeing Attractions African Diaspora Heritage Trail Family Wheelchair Access World Heritage Site Attraction Information Bermuda Aquarium Tours: 1:10pm, daily (except October-March, Saturday and Sunday). The one-hour tour takes you Museum & Zoo through the world’s islands, where our mission is to inspire appreciation and care of island Flatts, Hamilton Parish environments. TEL: (441) 293-2727 Families: Join us in the Discovery Room - children and adults explore together, with puzzles, FAX: (441) 293-3176 games, stories, songs, animal actions and surprise animal visitors during “Animal StoryTime”. WEB: www.bamz.org Admission: $10 adults, $5 senior citizens and children 5 -12 yrs, free under 5 yrs. Open daily 9am-5pm (last admission 4pm). Closed Christmas Day. Bermuda Institute of Tours: 10am, Wednesdays (weather permitting), year round. Closed on public holidays. An hour- Ocean Sciences long tour of the laboratories, grounds and research vessels (when at dock). Learn about the 17 Biological Lane history and ongoing projects of this marine research and educational institution. Ferry Reach, St. George’s Admission: Free TEL: (441) 297-1880 FAX: (441) 297-2820 WEB: www.bbsr.edu Bermuda Historical Open: 10:00am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday. Society Museum Closed: All holidays. Library Building at “Par-la-Ville” Admission: Free 13 Queen Street City of Hamilton The museum was refurbished, renovated and re-opened March 2008. It is a step back in time that encom- TEL: (441) 295-2487 pases 400 years of Bermuda history and features a superb collection of portraits, Bermuda silver, cedar EMAIL: [email protected] furniture, Boer War prisoner artifacts and special tributes to several Bermudian war heroes. The museum can be opened on request weekends or evenings and for group visits. Ground level only. No public restrooms. Bermuda Maritime Open: Daily 9:30am-4:30pm (Last Admission 4:00pm) Museum Closed: Christmas Day. Royal Naval Dockyard Admission: $10 adults, $8 senior citizens, $5 children 5 -15 yrs. Family rates available. Group rates for 10 Ireland Island, Sandys or more persons by arrangement. All admission rates good for re-entry on same day. TEL: (441) 234-1418 EMAIL: [email protected] The Commissioner’s House: The first prefabricated cast iron house in the entire world now beautifully WEB: www.bmm.bm restored. Exhibitions include the Bermuda Slavery Exhibit, one devoted to the ancestry of the Island’s Portuguese community and other displays highlighting Bermuda’s maritime history. Bermuda National (BNT) Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday, April-October. 10am-4pm,Wednesday-Saturday, November- Trust Museum March. In the Globe Hotel Closed: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. King’s Square Admission: $5, or Combination Ticket. Children $2 (6-18 yrs). Trust members free. Town of St. George Museum Shop “Trustworthy”: open same hours as Museum and features unique crafts, gifts and BNT TEL: (441) 297-1423 logo items. WEB: www.bnt.bm Bermuda Perfumery Open: 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday; 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday April to end October. Stewart Hall Closed: Closed all public holidays. 5 Queen Street Town of St. George TEL: (441) 293-0627 FAX: (441) 293-8810 EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.llilibermuda.com Bermuda Railway Open: 10am-4pm, Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday and 12 noon-3pm Saturday (weather permitting). Museum Closed: All holidays. 37 North Shore Road Admission: Free – donations welcome. Hamilton Parish TEL: (441) 293-1774 The History of the Bermuda Railway is outlined in exhibits, an audio tour, and print collection, and in antiques and collectibles offered at the adjoining “Curiousity Shop”. Bermudian Heritage Open: 10am-3pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Museum Closed: All holidays. Corner of Duke of York Admission: $4, seniors and school children $2, children under 5 yrs free. Donations gratefully received. and Water Streets Town of St. George The Bermudian Heritage Museum is the first fully established Black History Museum of Bermuda. TEL: (441) 297-4126 2 Sightseeing Attractions African Diaspora Heritage Trail Family Wheelchair Access World Heritage Site Attraction Information Bermuda Underwater Open: Daily 9am-5pm; 10 am-5pm weekends (last admission 4pm). Exploration Institute Closed: Christmas Day. East Broadway Admission: $12.50 adults, $10 seniors, $6 children 6-16 years, free for children 5 years and under. outskirts of Hamilton TEL: (441) 297-7314 Two floors of interactive exhibits revealing the secrets of the ocean. Shipwrecks, shells, artifacts, a shark cage (441) 292-7219 and more! Extend your experience with a film in the Tradewinds Auditorium and take home a unique FAX: (441) 236-6141 souvenir from the Oceans Gift Shop. The Harbourfront, a waterside restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: www.buei.org Botanical Gardens Open: Sunrise to sunset. 169 South Road Tours: 1-11⁄2 hours, 10:30am, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, weather permitting. Meet at the Paget DV 04 Visitor’s Centre, Berry Hill Road entrance. TEL: (441) 236-4201 Admission: Free The Formal Gardens, a new exhibit opened April 2008, features a Japanese Zen Garden, 17th Century- style English Parterre Garden, 12th Century-style Persian Garden and Tudor-style children’s Maze Garden. Bridge House (BNT) Outside viewing only. 1 Bridge Street Town of St. George’s 18th Century House “Camden” Open: Tour of all public access areas 12pm-2pm, Tuesday and Friday, unless official functions are Botanical Gardens scheduled. Paget Admission: Free TEL: (441) 236-5732 The official residence of Bermuda’s Premier. Built in 1714, and converted to the Premier’s residence in 1979. Carter House Open: 10am-4pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, May-September; Southside Road 10am-4pm, Saturdays only during winter months October to May. TEL: (441) 297-1642 Admission: A modest fee of $2 is charged – children under 12 years free. Donations welcome. Carter House is believed to be the oldest dwelling in St. David’s, built about 1640. Largely in its original state. Recently restored. Coin Exhibition Open: 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Bermuda Monetary Closed: All holidays. Authority, Lobby Admission: Free 43 Victoria Street City of Hamilton A Bermuda Monetary Authority coin exhibition is also located at Commissioner’s House in the R.N. TEL: (441) 295-5278 Dockyard. WEB: www.bma.bm Coin Exhibition See the Bermuda Maritime Museum (page 1) for dates, times and admissions. The Bank of Bermuda The Bank of Bermuda coin exhibit may be seen in the Commissioner’s House of the Bermuda Maritime Museum. Royal Naval Dockyard The Crystal Caves Open: Daily 9:30am-4:30pm. of Bermuda Closed: New Year’sDay, Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day (26th December). Wilkinson Avenue Admission: $16 adults, $8 child (15-12 years). Also Combination Tour: $23 adults, $10 child. Hamilton Parish TEL: (441) 293-0640 Featuring Crystal Caves and Fantasy Cave. “Deliverance” Replica of 17th Century ship. Outside viewing only. Ordnance Island Town of St. George Devil’s Hole Aquarium Open: Daily 9:30am-4:30pm. Harrington Sound Road Closed: Christmas Day. Smith’s Admission: $10 adults, $5 senior citizens and 12-18 years, children 11 years and under free. Food bas- TEL: (441) 293-2072 kets for turtles and fish: $5 for large, $3 for small. FAX: (441) 292-6707 3 Sightseeing Attractions African Diaspora Heritage Trail Family Wheelchair Access World Heritage Site Attraction Information Dolphin Quest Office Hrs: Daily 9am-5pm, all year. Bermuda Maritime Museum Admission: Enquire about the various programmes offered, costs and availability. Royal Naval Dockyard TEL: (441) 234-4464 Unique educational, interactive programmes with dolphins for adults and children 3 years and older. FAX: (441) 234-4992 Gift Shop “Dolphin Deck”. WEB: www.dolphinquest.com Gibbs’ Hill Lighthouse Open: Daily from 9am-4:30 pm. Lighthouse Road Closed: Christmas Day and during January or February for maintenance. Southampton Admission: $2.50, free under 5 yrs. TEL: (441) 238-8069 Lighthouse Tea Room Open: Daily 9am-5pm; Private party facilities available. TEL: (441) 238-8679 Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and January. Old Rectory Open: 1- 5pm, Wednesday, November-March only. Broad Alley Closed: Holidays and November-March. Town of St. George Admission: Free TEL: (441) 236-6483 Perot Post Office Open: 9am - 5pm, Monday-Friday. Queen Street Closed: All holidays. City of Hamilton Admission: Free TEL: (441) 295-5151 EXT: 1192 The first post office in Bermuda, opened in the 1840s by William Perot. It maintains its historic style and DIRECT: (441) 292-9052 houses the first Bermuda stamp. Next door is the former home of Post Master Perot. St. David’s Lighthouse Tours: During late April to mid-October tours are conducted on certain days of the week. Confirm Lighthouse Hill times in advance with the Park Rangers’ Office. Group tours can be arranged. St. David’s TEL: (441) 236-5902 (Park Rangers’ Office) St. George’s Historical Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday, April-November (11am-4pm Wednesday, only in January, Society Museum & Printery February and March). Duke of Kent Street Closed: December and all holidays.