To protect our island from traffic and pollution, rental cars are not available here. But island transport is easily arranged on taxi, bus, ferry, scooter or carriage ride. In Bermuda, getting around is half the fun.
Did you know
- We drive on the left-hand side of the road just like in the UK
- Our taxi drivers not only provide transport but some also give guided tours
- Bus stop markers are pink for buses heading into the City of Hamilton and blue for those heading out of town
A truly Bermudian way to get around, scooters and bicycles are ideal for exploring our island's winding streets. And the ocean views....
Scooter riders and cyclists of all levels can make the most of our favourite modes of transport. Fear not, our speed limit is never set above 32KM / 20MI. But remember we drive on the left!
Scooter requirements
Renting a scooter requires three things:
- You must be at least 16 years of age
- You must wear a helmet
- You must drive on the left-hand side of the road Many companies will gladly provide scooter delivery to and from your hotel.
On your bike!
We love our bicycles, especially riding to our many scenic locations. Our many long, twisting roads make cycling our island particularly rewarding. Just remember, if you ask to rent a "bike" or "bicycle," most Bermudians will assume you want a moped. We call them "pedal bikes." Rentals range from BM$10-20 per day.
To rent scooters and pedal bikes, contact:
Bermuda Fly 'N Ride
Kick-start your holiday from the moment you arrive at Bermuda International Airport by renting a scooter. No need to worry about your luggage; Fly 'N Ride operators will deliver it to your hotel.
- Tel:
- +1 441 293 6188
- Fax:
- +1 441 293 6172
- E-mail:
- info@evecycles.com
- Web:
- http://www.evecycles.com/
Oleander Cycles
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 5235
- E-mail:
- oleander@ibl.bm
- Web:
- www.oleandercycles.bm
- Hours:
- Seven days a week, 24-hour telephone answering service
Locations:
- 6 Valley Road, Paget Parish: +1 441 236 5235
- 15 Gorham Road, City of Hamilton, Pembroke Parish: +1 441 295 0919
- 8 Middle Road Southampton Parish: +1 441 234 0629
- The Reefs Hotel, Southampton Parish: +1 441 236 5235
- King's Wharf, Royal Naval Dockyard, Sandys Parish: +1 441 234 2764
Smatt's Cycle Livery Ltd.
- Tel:
- +1 441 295 1180
- E-mail:
- msmatt@northrock.bm
- Web:
- http://www.smattscyclelivery.com/
- Hours:
- Seven days a week, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Locations:
- Smatt's Cycle Livery Ltd., 74 Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke Parish:+1 441 295-1180
- Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke Parish: +1 441 295 1180
- Fairmont Southampton Princess, South Road, Southampton Parish: +1 441 238 7800
Wheels Cycles
- Tel:
- +1 441 292 2245
- E-mail:
- wheels@northrock.bm
Locations:
- Front Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke Parish
- Dundonald Street, City of Hamilton, Pembroke Parish
- Grape Bay Beach Hotel, Paget Parish
- Horizons & Cottages, Paget Parish
- Coral Beach & Tennis Club, Paget Parish
- Surf Side Beach Club, Warwick Parish
- Fairmont Southampton, Southampton Parish
- Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Pembroke Parish
- Flatts Village, Hamilton Parish
- Devil's Hole, Hamilton Parish
Along with getting you to your destination, many taxi drivers are excellent tour guides, eager to share stories behind our landmarks and customs-just ask.
Taxis can usually be found outside our larger hotels, near the airport or on the streets of the City of Hamilton or the Town of St. George. Raise your hand to hail one, and off you go!
- All taxis are metered at government-set rates
- Current taxi fares are US$6.40 for the first mile for 1 - 4 passenger taxi and US$2.00 each additional mile, or US$8.00 for the first mile for 5 - 6 passenger taxi and US$2.50 for each additional mile, for travel between 6:00 a.m. and midnight.
- Fares are 25 percent higher between midnight and 6:00 a.m., all day on Sunday and on public holidays
- The sightseeing rate for this service is US$40.00/hour for 1 - 4 passenger taxi, or US$55.50 for 5 - 6 passenger taxi.
Frequently used taxi operators on our island include:
Bermuda Taxi Radio Cabs Ltd.
- Tel:
- 441 295 4141
Bermuda Taxi Operators Company Ltd.
- Tel:
- 441 292 4175
BTA Dispatching Co. Ltd.
- Tel:
- 441 297 5485
- Fax:
- 441 297 5483
- Email:
- info@taxibermuda.bm
- Web:
- www.taxibermuda.bm
B.I.U. Taxi Co-op Transportation
- Tel:
- 441 292 4476
Joell's Limo Taxi Service
- Tel:
- 441 296-4848
- Fax:
- 441 296-9141
- Email:
- dispatcher@northrock.bm
- Web:
- http://www.joellstaxi.com/
Trott Travel Ltd.
- Tel:
- 441 295 0041
Island Transportation Pass
If you do not want to fuss with exact change, take advantage of the Transportation Pass, available for one, three and seven days of unlimited use on our buses and ferries. Passes are sold at the Central Terminal, the Visitors' Service Bureau in Hamilton and at other authorised outlets.
For a complete bus and ferry schedule, please visit: www.gov.bm
Our island's buses are frequent, plentiful and service most areas of interest. You cannot miss them, as they are painted pink with blue stripes.
With 11 bus routes and 14 bus zones, each one covering about 2MI / 3.2KM, we have the entire island covered. Most buses leave from the Central Terminal on Washington Street, next to our City Hall in Hamilton.
- Bus passengers must have exact change in coins. Ask about bus tokens or books of bus tickets at your hotel or the bus terminal
- During the morning and evening commute, our buses are packed with locals. It is best to plan your trip during a less busy time of day
- To find a bus stop, look for a pole with a pink top (for rides inbound to Hamilton), or a blue top (for rides outbound of Hamilton)
Island Transportation Pass
If you do not want to fuss with exact change, take advantage of the Transportation Pass, available for one, three and seven days of unlimited use on our buses and ferries. Passes are sold at the Central Terminal, the Visitors' Service Bureau in Hamilton and at other authorised outlets.
For a complete bus and ferry schedule, please visit: www.gov.bm
Four public ferry routes offer a picturesque alternative for travel around our island.
All ferries depart from the Ferry Terminal on Front Street in Hamilton. Cash is not accepted, so be sure to have your transportation pass, ticket or token in hand.
- The blue route stops at the Royal Naval Dockyard, Watford Bridge and Cavello Bay, all in Sandys Parish on the west end of our island
- The pink route makes several stops in Paget and Warwick Parishes
- The green route stops at Rockaway in Southampton Parish and Somerset Bridge in Sandys Parish
- The orange route only operates in the summers, and it stops at the Royal Naval Dockyard before continuing on to the Town of St. George
- For complete route, schedule and fare information, visit the Bermuda ferry website
For a short, romantic excursion on our island, a horse-drawn carriage ride is ideal. Most popular trip? A circular route west of Hamilton.
From March until October, you will find available carriages congregated conveniently along Front Street in the City of Hamilton. The average cost for a ride around our capital city is BM$30 for 30 minutes.
Carriages pulled by one horse can carry up to four passengers. But in some cases, two horses may draw a carriage. These carriages will accommodate a larger group for an additional surcharge.
For more information or to reserve a horse and carriage, contact:
Terceira's Stables
Jubilee Road
Devonshire Parish
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 3014
Rent your own yacht or hire an experienced island skipper so that you may explore our clear-blue Atlantic waters at close range.
Rest assured, our captains know how to plan the perfect sea voyage. Better still, most operate year-round, and some will even pick you up at your hotel, guest house or cruise ship. Rates are available on request.
Adventure Enterprises, Ltd.
- Tel:
- +1 441 297 1459
- E-mail:
- adventure@cwbda.bm
- Captain:
- Nick Duffy
- Captain:
- Graham Maddock
Bermuda Barefoot Ltd.
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 3498 or +1 441 534 7609
- Fax:
- +1 441 236 6309
- E-mail:
- info@bermudabarefootcruises.com
- Captain:
- Doug Shirley
- Captain:
- Doug Shirley
Bermuda Blue Water Safari
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 5599
- Web:
- www.bluewatersafari.com
- Captain:
- Gary Ratteray
Bermuda Island Cruises
- Tel:
- +1 441 292 8652
- Captain:
- Michael Gladwin
Bermuda Water Tours Ltd.
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 1500
- Captain:
- Rotating team of skippers
Blue Water Divers & Watersports
- Tel:
- +1 441 234 1034
- E-mail:
- somerset@cwbda.bm
- Web:
- www.divebermuda.com
- Captain:
- Rotating team of skippers
- Captain:
- Rotating team of skippers
Champagne Cruises
- Tel:
- +1 441 534 7496
- E-mail:
- avalon@bermudaescapes.com
- Captain:
- Robert McGlynn
Coral Sea Cruises
- Tel:
- +1 441 235 2425
- Web:
- www.charterbermuda.com
- Captains:
- Stephen McKey & Beau Evans
Destiny Tours
- Tel:
- +1 441 292 7103
- Captain:
- Steven Brown
Fantasea Bermuda Ltd.
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 1300
- E-mail:
- info@fantasea.bm
- Web:
- www.fantasea.bm
- Captain:
- Michael Heslop
- Captain:
- Ken Dallas
Haywards Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Cruises
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 9894
- Captain:
- Michael Hayward
Jessie James Cruises
- Tel:
- +1 441 236 4804
- Fax:
- +1 441 236 6259
- E-mail:
- jessiejames@northrock.bm
- Web:
- www.jessiejames.bm
- Captain:
- Jimmy O'Connor
- Captain:
- Jimmy O'Connor
We strive to make certain island tourist attractions, restaurants and hotels cater to our visitors with disabilities.
Our wheelchair-accessible hotels include the Elbow Beach Hotel, the Fairmont Hamilton Princess and the Fairmont Southampton.
You will find sidewalks with sloping ramps in the City of Hamilton and Town of St. George.
Additional resources can be found at:
Access Bermuda
Keith Simmons
1 Loyal Hill
Devonshire Parish- Tel:
- +1 441 295 9016
- E-mail:
- keithsimmons@ibl.bm
- Web:
- www.access.bm
Bermuda Physically Handicapped Association
iCan
MossRehab Hospital
Society for Accessible Travel and Hospitality
- Web:
- www.sath.org
