9 of the Top Beaches in Bermuda For Every Type of Traveler

Turquoise water laps pink-tinted sand at Horseshoe Bay, which you’re sure to find at the top of any Bermuda beach guide. But photogenic landscapes aren't all that make this one of the best beaches in Bermuda. The beach's natural curve means that that water here is calm and perfect for swimming. You can hop onto a sightseeing cruise to see the best views of this idyllic stretch from both land and sea.

Insider tip: If you want to capture the pinkest sand on camera, head to where the water laps the shore.

Part of the unspoiled Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve that was closed to the public for decades, Turtle Bay is one of the best beaches for snorkeling in Bermuda. Just off the shore you can access colorful coral reefs and seagrass forests that harbor arrow crabs, lobsters, and smooth trunkfish, while you’ll encounter schools of tropical fish if you swim further out. Onshore, you can climb the wildlife observation tower for panoramic vistas. For even more attractions off the beaten path, you can spend the day hopping between underwater wonderlands on a hidden gems tour designed to take you away from crowded spots.

One of Bermuda’s longest beaches, Warwick Long Bay is the ideal place to take a stroll. But it’s not just its half-mile (1-kilometer) length that’s good for relaxed walks. It also connects to the South Shore Park circular trail that takes you over rugged cliffs past secret coves that harbor some of the best secluded beaches in Bermuda. And the best bit: This easy, out-and-back trail only takes about an hour, so you can be back on your lounger in no time.

Spanning more than 17 acres (9 hectares) of coastal landscapes, Daniel’s Head Park is the perfect place to paddle out to hidden coves and secluded beaches that you might miss otherwise. A kayak tour helps you discover hidden parts of the coastline that you can’t access by land, including Daniel's Head's MS Vixen shipwreck. You can see part of the hull protruding from the water, but you can also see the ship below the surface if you jump in to snorkel at this marine life hot spot.

Spittal Pond Nature Reserve is Bermuda's largest nature reserve, so there's no better place on the island for wildlife watching. You can explore the park on a well-marked looped trail along the rugged coast through both wetland and woodland, home to more than 200 native and visiting bird species. It's also home to the Bermudan skink, one of the world's rarest lizards, and humpback whales during the whale-watching season from March–April.

Insider tip: While dogs aren’t usually allowed in natural reserves, on-leash furry friends are welcome to accompany you on the trails here.

During the day, Snorkel Park Beach is an ideal beach for water sports in Bermuda. But at night, the beach club transforms into a huge oceanfront party with professional DJs ensuring the dance floor is always occupied. There’s also often a beach bonfire to sip cocktails beside, though events tend to depend on the cruise ship calendar, so check the website for an up-to-date schedule.

To give you energy for all that dancing, precede your party with a food tour that’ll introduce you to island classics, such as fried fish sandwiches and seafood chowder spiked with rum.

While this swanky stretch of sand in Bermuda’s Paget Parish has similarly vivid sand to Horseshoe Bay, it attracts far fewer crowds. Plus, the gently sloping shore and calm waters of Elbow Beach make it one of the best places to swim and sunbathe, while a wealth of beachfront restaurants make for a lovely day on the sand. A relaxing Bermuda day trip saves you the hassle of finding the beach by providing round-trip transportation and sun loungers to relax on.

Insider tip: Spring break tends to bring a livelier atmosphere to Elbow Beach—be aware if you're visiting then.

Even at high tide, the scenic cove at Shelly Bay Beach stays shallow and provides a safe place for kids to swim and snorkel, making it one of the most family-friendly beaches in Bermuda. Plus, this gem on Bermuda’s north shore is also close to a playground, has wooden boardwalks that zigzag through part of a natural reserve, and is near the family-friendly Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, & Zoo. Save yourself the hassle of booking separate activities with a combo admission package for the aquarium and the otherworldly Crystal and Fantasy Caves.

Just a 15-minute walk from the UNESCO–listed St. George’s, Tobacco Bay Beach proves that in Bermuda you really can have the best of both worlds. But it's not just this beach’s convenient location near a cultural hub that makes it worth visiting—unique limestone formations and a restaurant serving fresh seafood make this a must for history buffs and beachgoers alike.

Get the inside scoop on St. George’s rich history on a historical tour that combines the parish with highlights such as the yacht-filled Royal Naval Dockyard and Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, which is perched on one of Bermuda’s highest hills.