St. George's. The UNESCO-listed old town is the best place on the island to feel Bermuda's deep history. Spend a morning walking the lanes, visiting the churches, and climbing up to the fort.
The Royal Naval Dockyard. The National Museum of Bermuda here is genuinely excellent — far better than its modest profile might suggest. Plan at least two hours. Take the ferry from Hamilton rather than the bus.
Horseshoe Bay. The pink-sand beach everyone photographs, and it earns the attention. Go early in the morning in summer to beat the crowds.
Crystal Caves. Dramatic limestone formations and still, clear underground pools. One of the more unusual natural sights in the Atlantic region.
A ferry across the Great Sound. The Blue Route from Hamilton to the Dockyard is less than 20 minutes and one of the best short sea crossings in the region. Do it in both directions at different times of day.
Gibbs Hill Lighthouse. Climb the 185 steps for the best panoramic view of the island. Have tea at the bottom afterwards.
Cup Match. If your visit falls in late July or early August, this is the event to be at. The island-wide cricket holiday is genuinely festive — and the Crown and Anchor gambling stalls are the only time legal gambling is permitted in Bermuda.
The Railway Trail. Bermuda's old rail line — the island had a train from 1931 to 1948 — has been converted into a walking and cycling trail that runs most of the length of the island away from traffic. One of the best ways to see the interior.