Currency
Bermudian Dollar (BMD)
Language
English
Time Zone
AST (UTC-4)
Best Time to Visit
May–Oct
Typical Duration
30-35 nights
Price Range
$1,932 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Hamilton is Bermuda's colorful capital and a premier Atlantic cruise destination, offering pristine pink-sand beaches, British colonial architecture, and excellent shopping and dining within walking distance of the cruise terminal.
Cruises that visit Hamilton
Build Your Day in Hamilton
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Crystal and Fantasy Caves
It’s easy to see why it’s one of the most popular attractions in Bermuda.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club - A Fairmont Hotel
Waking up each morning to the turquoise waters of Bermuda felt like a dream.
Frog & Onion Pub and Restaurant
PS- all of their draught beers are made locally on Bermuda!
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Horseshoe Bay Cove
The colorful fish swim up to your feet while walking in the water.
King's Wharf
Docked here to explore Bermuda and there’s so much to do .
The Swizzle Inn Pub and Restaurant
What a wonderful place to spend our only few hours in beautiful Bermuda.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo
There are a lot to see and with a museum is full of history of Bermuda.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Snorkel Park
Easy swim to reef where large colorful fish can be seen.
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Tobacco Bay Beach Club
Nice calm beach, great views, good drinks, food, music, and island vibes.
Open · Closes 7 PM
Clock Tower Shopping Mall
Reasonable prices for my Bermuda souvenirs
Open · Closes 6 PM
Devil's Isle Cafe
A favorite in Bermuda for atmosphere and quality of service.
Open
Dolphin Quest Bermuda
Swimming with the dolphins was one of the highlights of our trip to Bermuda!
Open · Closes 5 PM
The Hog Penny
Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips and of course Bermuda Fish Chowder!
Open
The Pickled Onion
The Cast Iron Shrimp is, hands down, the BEST shrimp i’ve had EVER.
Open
Clearwater Beach Park
Picnics·Dogs allowed
Open 24 hours
La Trattoria Restaurant
The pork chop was so tender the fresh homemade pasta was amazing!!
Closes soon · 2:30 PM
Village Pantry
The coconut mussel dish was to die for.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Blue Hole Park
Explored the caves, ate some wild Cherries, fed the fish some wild Cherries.
Lost In The Triangle
Excellent casual food & drinks at fair price
Open · Closes 9 PM
Horseshoe Bay
Beautiful with lots of fishes to swim with Drinks overpriced though
Art Mel's Spicy Dicy
The best fish sandwich on the island, it was huge and super filling & tasty
Closes soon · 2:30 PM
Dockyard Company
Onsite services
Open · Closes 5 PM
1609 BAR AND RESTAURANT
The food was delicious and probably the best meal we had in the island!
Open
Unfinished Church
Very accessible attraction in Bermuda.
Open 24 hours
Harry's at the Waterfront
Great atmosphere, delicious food, patient, pleasant, attentive staff.
Open
Barracuda Grill Seafood & Chops
Everything was excellent - food, service, and upscale relaxed atmosphere.
Closes soon · 2:30 PM
Brew
They serve smoothies, coffee, beer on tap, wine on tap, and more!
Open · Closes 7 PM
Admiral's Cave
Did some cliff jumping and enjoyed the caves.
Coconut Rock
Great food, good prices and really nice staff.
Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Little Venice
The atmosphere, service, and food were all absolutely amazing.
Closed
Intrepid Bermuda
Fantastic place to have dinner while in Bermuda, a must!
Closed
Mad Hatters
Food, service, atmosphere and experience were fantastic.
Closed
Bolero Brasserie
Wonderful Restaurant, excellent dishes and a great view from the balcony.
Closed
The Terrace on Front Street
Comfortable, clean, friendly, great food at a reasonable price.
Open · Closes 11 PM
The Astwood Arms
Great food, drinks, and atmosphere.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Café Olé
Their fish sandwich is the best we've had on the island.
Open · Closes 6:30 PM
Fort Hamilton
Tunnels are great and a walk around the moet is fab.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Warwick Long Bay
Good place to see the parrot fish swimming in the waves.
Cathedral Cave
This on is a very unique place to swim in the hot Bermuda.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Huckleberry
The food was absolutely divine... every bite was bursting with flavour ...
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Queen Elizabeth Par-La-Ville Sculpture Park
Very peaceful and clean park...with a good wifi of bermuda...enjoy it
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Deja View Restaurant & Bar
Fish sandwich on sourdough was 10/10 best I’ve ever had.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Docksider
Great food and drinks, reasonable prices, and hardworking attentive staff.
Open · Closes 3 AM
The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity
You can also climb the tower on weekdays.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Achilles Bermuda
The best view and environment in Bermuda and a delicious menu.
Closes soon · 2:30 PM
The Front Yard
Lovely staff, good beer, views of the harbour.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Brown & Co.
Good prices and beautiful items.
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Restless Native Catamaran
Highly recommend Restless Native for your snorkeling excursion in Bermuda.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Spot Restaurant and Bar
Food is amazing, portions are generous, mock-cocktails are delicious!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Gibbons Company
Store is clean and has a good variety of items.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Conservatory Bar
Service is top notch and the views are spectacular.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Daniel's Head Beach Park
Really enjoyable way to spend the day at the beach and relax with the family
Open 24 hours
Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve
The beaches near by are all great for swimming and snorkeling too!
Open 24 hours
The Cottage Café & Bistro
The eggs Benedict, American and English breakfast options are very tasty.
Closes soon · 3 PM
Flanagan’s Irish Pub
We had a mango fizz and a mango daquiri, both tasty and refreshing.
Open · Closes 1 AM
West Whale Bay Park
The water is clear, as it is on all the other beaches in the south.
Open 24 hours
Hamilton Princess Beach Club
A lot of free amenities to enjoy, calm relaxing water and gorgeous views.
Flying Colours
They have a large selection at a reasonable price.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Coconuts Restaurants
Beautiful beachfront location and nice casual dining.
Open · Closes 4 PM
Eight & Vine
The food was amazing and it was a great value (2 Course meal for $59/pp).
Closes soon · 3 PM
Lemongrass Cafe Front Street Bermuda
Food is reasonably priced and freshly made.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Hamilton Bermuda
The architecture in Bermuda is beautiful and the vegetation is luscious.
Tom Moore's Jungle
Swam in a cave, explored dry caves, saw memorizing wildlife and vegetation.
Washington mall
The hallways weave in and out of a verity of stores and courtyards.
Open · Closes 6 PM
Admiralty House Park
We loved this park exploring the caves and then snorkeling a cave.
Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute
The Underwater Center was one of the highlights of our trip to Bermuda.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Casey’s Lounge
Drink prices are fantastic for Bermuda and a great atmosphere.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Cafe Acoreano
Nice little portugese cafe tucked away in the heart of the city.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Bayside Terrace Restaurant
Fun location for lunch, with plenty of options and great cocktails.
Open · Closes 7 PM
JC's Café & Bistro
A must stop when you’re in beautiful Hamilton
Open · Closes 4 PM
Bermuda Reef Explorer Turtle Cove Glass Bottom Snorkelling Adventures
Feeding the fish and watching the frenzy was a fun bonus!
Open · Closes 6 PM
The Cloud at The Waterfront
Fantastic food and great service!
Open
TABS - The Authentic Bermuda Shorts
Most of the clothing line is made from recycled materials.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Game On
Gomez is a great bartender!!!
Open · Closes 2 AM
One29
Delicious coffee, delicious food, great staff!
Open · Closes 7 PM
Wild Greens
Go for the Greek salad 🥗 with chicken and Snapple for lunch.
Open · Closes 5 PM
City Cafe
My favourite spot in town to grab a lunch that feels homemade and flavorful!
Open · Closes 6 PM
The Island Shop
Beautiful store filled with a wide array of artistic items from Bermuda.
Open · Closes 5:30 PM
Deep Bay Beach
Not deep but definitely a great calm spot to snorkel and float
Atelerie
In-store pickup
Open · Closes 5 PM
THE SNUG CAFE
Very good food and excellent service .. Thank you snug cafe 🤠
Open · Closes 4 PM
59 Front
Mervelyn really went above and beyond to assist me with my purchases.
Open · Closes 5 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Hamilton
Hamilton, Bermuda serves as a port of call for cruise travelers seeking a taste of Atlantic island charm. While this isn't a major cruise hub with multiple lines, Oceania Cruises brings discerning travelers to this picturesque colonial port, primarily as part of longer voyages that span 35 nights or more. If you're sailing from here, you'll find routes heading toward the Mediterranean and Atlantic islands, with peak season arriving in March when the weather turns delightful.
What awaits you ashore is a compact, walkable town brimming with pastel-colored architecture and British colonial character. The waterfront is easily accessible from the cruise dock, inviting you to explore local shops, restaurants, and the charming streets that make Bermuda's capital so distinctive. Whether you're looking to stretch your legs during a port day or dive deeper into island culture, Hamilton offers that perfect blend of accessibility and authentic Caribbean-Atlantic experience that cruise passengers crave.
What awaits you ashore is a compact, walkable town brimming with pastel-colored architecture and British colonial character. The waterfront is easily accessible from the cruise dock, inviting you to explore local shops, restaurants, and the charming streets that make Bermuda's capital so distinctive. Whether you're looking to stretch your legs during a port day or dive deeper into island culture, Hamilton offers that perfect blend of accessibility and authentic Caribbean-Atlantic experience that cruise passengers crave.
Cruise Lines at Hamilton
- Seabourn (9 cruises)
- Silversea (2 cruises)
- HX Expeditions (1 cruise)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton, Bermuda known for?
Hamilton is Bermuda's capital and financial center, with a mix of stores, restaurants, and offices.
What port type is Hamilton classified as?
Hamilton is an official port.
How can you get around Hamilton and the surrounding parishes?
Convenient bus and ferry connections link the parishes for easy travel.
What is the population of Hamilton?
The area has a permanent resident population of 1,500 households.