St. George's

Welcome to what was formerly known as the capital of Bermuda until 1815, the Town of St. George’s. Although the town was founded in 1612, the Island’s settlement began when the English flagship, the Sea Venture, ran aground on Bermuda’s infamous coral reefs in the midst of a storm in 1609. Our crystal blue waters hid the reefs from Admiral Sir George Somers, the commander on the ship when it sank, and the crash forced the crew to come ashore in search of supplies.

The town of St. George’s is a historical and cultural hub that can be seen by strolling through the alley ways, on the historical cobble roads, and along the beaches. As you journey through the town, you will see some of the original architecture of the town. Even the people of St. George’s have the same hospitable manner that their predecessors exhibited over 400 years ago. The town occupies a unique place in both Bermudian and American history as an accessible waterfront resource used to export building and war materials, and food supplies during a desperate time in the United States of America. This early connection initiated a vital relationship between Bermuda and the USA that has made both countries the successes that they are today. The physical beauty and historical significance of St. George’s is greatly under appreciated, So come and see all that Bermuda has to offer, starting from the east end of the island.