Fort St. Catherine

15 Coot Pond Rd., Saint George, Bermuda, GE 03 | Directions
Opening hours
Monday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Ratings & Reviews
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10.08.10
Me and my girlfriend went to check this place out. It was really a good time. Not just because of its winding passages and amazing views, the history behind it is fascinating. I would recommend this to anybody who is in St. Georges
Description

Step back in time at Bermuda’s most formidable coastal fortress. Located on the northern tip of St. George’s, Fort St. Catherine stands as a sentinel over the very beach where the Sea Venture survivors came ashore in 1609. This impressive limestone structure, rebuilt and upgraded over centuries, now serves as a world-class museum. Visitors can explore dark stone tunnels, climb the towering ramparts for a 360-degree view of the Atlantic, and view an incredible collection of antique weaponry. It is a cornerstone of Bermuda’s UNESCO World Heritage status and an essential stop for anyone wanting to understand the island’s military heartbeat.

10 Key Highlights & Features

 

  • UNESCO Heritage Site: A vital part of the Town of St. George and Related Fortifications World Heritage site.
  • Strategic Ramparts: Walk the upper decks for stunning views of the reef line and the "Sea Venture" shipwreck site.
  • The Keep & Museum: Explore internal galleries featuring dioramas and exhibits on Bermuda’s 17th-century defense.
  • Antique Weaponry: View a rare collection of muzzle-loading cannons and Victorian-era rifled guns.
  • Underground Tunnels: Brave the dimly lit magazines and tunnels used to store gunpowder and ammunition.
  • Drawbridge & Dry Moat: Cross the traditional drawbridge over the massive dry moat that protected the fort from land attacks.
  • Crown Jewel Replicas: View high-quality replicas of the British Crown Jewels housed within the museum.
  • Audio-Visual Experience: Watch short films detailing the fort's evolution from a wooden structure to a stone powerhouse.
  • Historic St. Catherine’s Beach: Located directly adjacent to one of the island's most beautiful and historic snorkeling beaches
  • Event Space: A popular and dramatic location for weddings, private dinners, and historical reenactments.