Experts' Choice Award Royal Naval Dockyard
What the experts agree on
Historic 1809 naval base transformed into a pedestrian-friendly hub with maritime museums, shops, restaurants, and beach access—perfect for a full day exploring Bermuda's naval history away from the pink sand beaches.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"When the British were no longer able to use ports in their former American colonies, they chose this site as their 'Gibraltar of the West'." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"The Royal Naval Dockyard is a picturesque way to break from the pink sand beaches. And if you're visiting during Bermuda's chillier seasons, it could end up being the highlight of your trip. " Full review
Fodor's "Offers a full day of history with plenty of shopping and dining, and some adventure as well. The centerpiece is the National Museum of Bermuda, with exhibits on local maritime history." Full review
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Note that a cruise terminal is on King's Wharf, making this a busy spot.
Frommer's "This bustling west end village has been transformed into a 24-acre pedestrian-friendly park. Simply called "Dockyard" by locals, the area has a place to swim Snorkel Park Beach" Full review
Independent "At the other end of the island, the Royal Naval Dockyard, built for the British Navy in 1809, has been converted into shops, restaurants, a craft market and is the focus for the Maritime Museum"
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Lonely Planet "On the island's west side, the Royal Naval Dockyard was a military installation from the 1700s until the end of the Cold War. Today, the Dockyard is a tourist draw, its interior..."
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