St. George's, Bermuda, is a town on St. George's Island. This storybook town was once Bermuda's capital and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the second oldest settlement in the New World after Jamestown.
Expect to see colonial lanes and alleys and their quirky names, such as Featherbed Lane, Old Maid's Lane, and Printer's Alley. It is worth a stroll down Shinbone Alley and Silk Alley.
Steeped in history, St. George's was originally called New London when it was first settled in 1612. This tiny town played a huge role during the American Revolution. George Washington requested that Bermudians assist American rebels in stealing much-needed gunpowder from a St. George's magazine to aid in the Americans' war for independence from British rule.
The entire operation was without the approval of the British Bermudian governor, and so the gunpowder was secretly taken over a hill to Tobacco Bay and then transported by boat to American ships offshore. Bermudians were rewarded with food to replenish supplies that had grown dangerously low on the island.
And so St. George's part in the historic legacy of the Bermudian people. Their clandestine efforts, forged a link between old-world rebellion and a new country’s birth. St. George's is a connection between other two ports, Hamilton and Kings Wharf. Their fierce loyalty to their country and heritage is still evident today.
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Town of St. George Planning a Trip to Bermuda: The Essentials Once a rum store, this is where you will start to learn about historic forts, museums, attractions, restaurants, beaches, and more. There are many interesting things to do in St. George's, so be sure to check it out. You can also buy tickets for local tours, buses, and ferries at the visitor center. They take credit cards only.📢
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go: St. George's is working on revitalizing its tourism infrastructure following the COVID years. Some shops and restaurants that closed have not reopened. The core historic sites (Town Square, St. Peter's Church, Unfinished Church) are all accessible and well-maintained. Cruise ship dockings in St. George's are relatively rare — most guests visit as a day trip from King's Wharf.
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St. Peter's Church on Duke of York Street is the oldest Anglican church in continuous use in the Western Hemisphere (consecrated 1612) — step inside even if you're not religious. The churchyard is full of fascinating 17th and 18th century gravestones.St. George's, Bermuda – Quick Facts
CurrencyThe Bermuda dollar and U.S. currency is accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels. If paying with U.S. dollars, you may receive Bermudian change. Currency from Britain, Canada, and other foreign countries is not accepted.Even so, it is easy to exchange money at an ATM or a bank. Both the Bank of Bermuda and the Bank of Butterfield are located in St. George's and are open from 9 am until 4 pm. These banks have ATMs, but the Bank of Bermuda's ATM accepts only four-digit pins.
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WiFi & PhoneThere are several WiFi spots in St. Georges where you will be able to access the internet and avoid expensive charges from your phone's data plan. The Conscious Vibes Cafe has unrestricted, free WiFi access. The signal and speed are good, but they don't have any power outlets for charging.Ordnance Island Park has unrestricted, free WiFi but does not have any power outlet access. The signal and speed at the Park are good.A third location is the Caffe Latte, which has a good signal and unrestricted WiFi access, but again, make sure your phone has been charged as there is no power outlet access.
Where You DockOrdnance Island, St. George's, Bermuda
