Activity Bermuda

Historic St. George Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) 6 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Town Hall — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Carter House — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Come join us and take a look into Bermuda's past! Early life was marked by resourcefulness and adaptation to the Island's unique environment. Get a glimpse of Smith's Island where the Plough arrived from England in 1612 with the first Governor and 60 settlers; Enter an authentic replica of a settlers 'Cabben' from 1612 and view its contents. The Tucker House Museum, the St. George Historic Museum and the St. Peter's Church will definitely take you back in time. Exploring these aspects of early Bermuda life will provide valuable insight into the ingenuity and resilience of the Island's early inhabitants.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 60 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Bermuda Island Tours More

Ages: Children (5–9 years) · Adults (10–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Attraction Entrance Fees
Included: Customized pamphlet of your tour. Complete 7 Trivia questions on the back for a free gift.

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

St. George

Passing by

We have a 1 hours drive to get to our first stop, the Carter House, St. George. On the way down you receive full commentary on all sites of interest that you will pass. You will get an overview of the Island, more of Bermuda's history & culture. Some places of interest include: The Royal Naval Dockyard, The Somerset Bridge (the smallest drawbridge in the world), a South Shore drive overlooking some of our pink sand beaches.
Carter House

one hour

This 17th century farmhouse was built in 1640 by the descendants of Christopher Carter, one of the Island's original settlers.
St. George's Historical Society Museum

45 min

Let's take a step back in time and get a feel of Bermudian life from the 1700's.
St. Peter's Church

30 min

The oldest surviving Anglican Church in continuous use in the world outside of the British Isles. Also, visit the burial ground for slaves and free blacks which was closed in 1854 (twenty years after the Emancipation of Slavery).
Stop 5

45 min

Built in 1752, this building holds a magnificent collection of Tucker family silva, china, crystal, antique English Mahogany and Bermuda Cedar.
Stop 6

1 h 30 min

LUNCH TIME is your FREE TIME: 1.5 hours to recharge your battery. There are several restaurants in St. George for a lovely Bermuda lunch. If you are a fish lover you might want to try the authentic Bermuda Fish Sandwich (bermuda fish on raisin bread with tartar sauce). Absolutely delicious. That will go really nice with one of Bermuda's national drinks: the Bermuda Rum Swizzle or the Dark & Stormy. There's also shopping or a bit more exploring to do right there in King's Square (Town Hall or the State House) if you wish.
Stop 7

one hour

On the way back to the Dockyard, we continue with more commentary on Bermuda and more points of interest.

Driving along the Middle Road we pass the Warwick Academy: founded in 1662, is said to be the longest continually functioning private school in the Western Hemisphere. We then will pass 5 Star Island – situated in Little Sound, owned by the Engelhorn Family from Germany. Returning to the Dockyard (a different change of scenery) wraps up the completion of a great successful day.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Tours depart on time but can be adjusted according to ship arrival. Please check in 30 mins before departure. Look for the TOUR sign. Meet at the end of the cruise ship pier (between Heritage Wharf & Kings Wharf). If you don’t see us, ask the Transport Coordinators for help. DO NOT LEAVE THE PIER.

End point

Tours depart on time but can be adjusted according to ship arrival. Please check in 30 mins before departure. Look for the TOUR sign. Meet at the end of the cruise ship pier (between Heritage Wharf & Kings Wharf). If you don’t see us, ask the Transport Coordinators for help. DO NOT LEAVE THE PIER.