Parks, Gardens & Nature Reserves

With a sub-tropical climate Bermuda’s parks and gardens explode with vibrant colours throughout the year. Bodies and organisations such as the Department of Parks, the Bermuda National Trust, and the Corporation of Hamilton have worked tirelessly to create open spaces that can be enjoyed by all. Their dedication has resulted in a variety of beautiful parks and nature reserves throughout the island.

Hamilton is the capital and has a great selection of urban parks. Queen Elizabeth Park is one of the best. The city centre oasis boasts some wonderful works of public art and fantastic floral displays. Barr’s Bay Park is a small waterfront park while Victoria Park is the setting for afternoon concerts in the summer.

The Bermuda National Trust works tirelessly to protect they island’s natural and cultural heritage. They have a number of parks and gardens in their care. Spittal Pond in Smith’s Parish is the largest. This coastal nature reserve covers more than 60 acres and is a magnet for migratory birds. It also boasts some unique geological formations and some historically significant sights. Other properties under the care of the BNT include Paget Marsh Nature Reserve and the delightful gardens at Verdmont and Waterville.

The Bermuda Botanical Gardens is the largest formal park on the island. Situated just outside Hamilton, it’s a great place to come to see and learn about the island’s varied flora. The park is also home to the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art and Camden, the official residence of the Premier.

Several of the island’s historic forts have wonderful settings with plenty of green spaces. At Fort Hamilton and Fort Scaur you can enjoy panoramic views of the island.

The longest walking trail in Bermuda isn’t found in a public park but along the former route of the island’s railway system. The Bermuda Railway Trail runs from Sandys Parish to St George and offers an excellent way to explore the island.

View of the park at Scaur Hill Fort showing gardens and lawn
Scaur Hill Fort

Name

Type

Details

Beach, Free, Park

Once the home of admirals of the Royal Navy. Now a beautiful park with a small beach. Close to Hamilton.

Free, Park

Pick up point for many of Bermuda’s water tour operators. Next to Hamilton Ferry Terminal.

Free, Park

Park with collection of trees and shrubs from around the world.

Beach, Free, Park

Secluded beach overlooked by a park. Popular location for outdoor wedding ceremonies.

Free, Historic, Park

Small park overlooking Hamilton Harbour. In 1835 slaves from the Enterprise ship were landed here and freed.

Free, Park

36 acres of trees, flowers and shrubs.

Free, Park

12 acre nature reserve near the Grotto Bay Beach Resort.

Beach, Free, Park

One of the best beaches on the island for snorkelling.

Beach, Free, Park

Small park with beach.

Fort, Free, Historic, Park

Historic fort offering fantastic views of Hamilton Harbour.

Fort, Free, Historic, Park

The ramparts here offer spectacular views of Ely’s Harbour and the Great Sound.

Beach, Free, Park

Large, wild park popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and birdwatchers. Includes a beach with good snorkelling opportunities.

Free, Park

View the island’s interior as it appeared to the first colonists.

Free, Park

Home to a variety of palms.

Free, Park

Once the garden of William Perot, Bermuda’s first postmaster.

Free, Historic, Park

Trail following the route of the old railroad.

Beach, Free, Park

Named after Henry Shelly, one of the crew of Sir George Somers’ wrecked ship, the Sea Venture.

Beach, Free, Park

Long sandy white beach.

Free, Park

The largest and most easily reached nature reserve in Bermuda.

Free, Park

The setting for free summer concerts.

Free, Park

One of the island's hidden gems.

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