Small and luxury ships dock steps from town; passengers on large ships at the Royal Naval Dockyard must take a ferry or bus to reach St George.
💡 Pro move: On Sundays most shops are closed and ferry schedules run reduced. Plan shore time accordingly.
St George has two berths in the town itself — Ordnance Island and Penno's Wharf — but only ships under roughly 680 ft in length can navigate the narrow Town Cut to use them.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Small/luxury lines (Windstar, Viking, Silversea, Oceania R-class, Azamara) | Ordnance Island or Penno's Wharf, in town📍 | Docked |
| Large ships / NCL (from Royal Naval Dockyard) | Murray's Anchorage — tenders to Penno's Wharf (or dock at Royal Naval Dockyard, then ferry/bus to St George)📍 | Tendered |
From a self-guided walk through a UNESCO town to snorkeling volcanic coves, St George punches well above its size.
Wander King's Square, duck into St Peter's Church (oldest Anglican church in the Western Hemisphere), visit the roofless Unfinished Church, and browse the Historical Society Museum. Everything is within 15 minutes on foot.
Find walking tours →A sheltered volcanic cove 20 minutes' walk from the pier — the best snorkeling in the St George area. Rent gear on site, grab a drink at the beach bar, and float over the rocks.
Find snorkeling tours →Bermuda's largest fort commands sweeping ocean views from the island's northeastern tip. Inside: Crown Jewels replicas, antique cannons, and exhibits on Bermuda's military history.
Find fort tours →Free guided tour of the perfume studio in historic Stewart Hall, where local flowers — Easter lily, oleander, jasmine — are turned into signature Bermuda scents. Wednesday and Saturday afternoon teas available (reserve ahead).
Find cultural tours →On weekday middays in cruise season, the Town Crier stages a mock 18th-century trial in King's Square ending in a dunking. Pure Bermuda kitsch — and genuinely fun.
Check local events →St George is one of the most walkable cruise ports in the Atlantic — the whole historic core plus beaches are reachable on foot.
From Ordnance Island, cross to King's Square, then wind up to St Peter's Church, through Somers Garden, up to the Unfinished Church, and back down through Duke of York Street.
Head north along Coot Pond Road and Barry Road to reach Tobacco Bay — the most spectacular swimming spot near the old town. Stop at Achilles Bay on the way back for a quieter dip.
🗺️ See full route in Maps →Climate normals for St George, Bermuda (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69°F / 21°C | 64°F / 18°C | 14 | 7:20 AM | 5:36 PM |
| Feb | 68°F / 20°C | 64°F / 18°C | 11 | 7:01 AM | 6:04 PM |
| Mar | 67°F / 19°C | 63°F / 17°C | 14 | 7:28 AM | 7:26 PM |
| Apr | 69°F / 21°C | 66°F / 19°C | 11 | 6:49 AM | 7:48 PM |
| May | 72°F / 22°C | 69°F / 21°C | 11 | 6:20 AM | 8:09 PM |
| Jun | 76°F / 24°C | 74°F / 23°C | 15 | 6:11 AM | 8:27 PM |
| Jul | 80°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 15 | 6:22 AM | 8:26 PM |
| Aug | 82°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 16 | 6:43 AM | 8:02 PM |
| Sep | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 14 | 7:02 AM | 7:24 PM |
| Oct | 77°F / 25°C | 75°F / 24°C | 13 | 7:22 AM | 6:45 PM |
| Nov | 73°F / 23°C | 70°F / 21°C | 14 | 6:48 AM | 5:17 PM |
| Dec | 70°F / 21°C | 67°F / 19°C | 12 | 7:13 AM | 5:14 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
Transport options from the pier — taxis, shuttles, transit passes, and whether ride-share apps work here.
St. George's Beach Bus hop-on hop-off covers east end beaches, forts, and watersports. Children under 12 ride free.
The cruise pier at Penno's Wharf is a short 5–10 minute walk to King's Square in the heart of St. George's historic town. No transport needed for the town center.
Government-regulated taxis meet ships at the pier. Meter starts at ~$5.95; short hops within town are inexpensive. Confirm fare before departing.
HITCH (hitch.bm) is Bermuda's official app-based taxi service — the local equivalent of Uber. Book via app for convenience; rates mirror regulated taxi fares.
A one-day transportation pass covers unlimited rides on all Bermuda buses and ferries, including routes across the island. Great value for exploring beyond St. George's.
Upcoming cruises that call at St George, Bermuda. Dates, prices, and ports of call change — always confirm with the cruise line before booking.
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