There are no car rentals in Bermuda — visitors are not permitted to rent cars at all. This forces a genuinely pleasant mode of travel: public buses, ferries, mopeds, taxis, or your own feet.
Buses are the backbone of island transport. The pink-and-blue buses are frequent, reliable, and cover the entire length of the island. You need exact change in coins to pay the fare; bus tokens and passes are available from the Central Bus Terminal in Hamilton and from some hotels.
Ferries are faster than buses for certain routes and far more scenic. The Blue Route connects Hamilton with the Royal Naval Dockyard in about 20 minutes — a beautiful crossing of the Great Sound. Other routes serve Paget, Warwick, and the Somerset area. Ferry tickets and passes are interchangeable with bus passes.
Mopeds and scooters are the classic Bermudian way to explore. Rental shops are found around Hamilton, at major hotels, and near the Dockyard. You need to be at least 16 years old, wear a helmet, and drive on the left. Be aware: Bermuda's roads are narrow and winding, and enough visitors come off their bikes that "road rash" is a well-known local term. Take it slow until you are comfortable.
Taxis are metered and available at the airport, large hotels, and Hamilton. Drivers are knowledgeable and many are happy to offer informal island tours by the hour — the meter is switched off and an hourly rate negotiated. This is a good option for first-timers who want commentary along with transport.
Walking is practical within towns — Hamilton, St. George's, and the Dockyard area are all walkable — but walking between towns is not recommended as the narrow roads mostly lack pavements.