Crystal Cave was found in 1884 by the Wilkinson’s, owners of the property where the caves are located. The magnificent crystal stalactites and stalagmites surrounding a clear blue azure lake were formed over 30 million years ago. Proper illumination has been installed and even the formations on the bottom of the lake are clearly visible. Fantasy Cave has been linked to Crystal Caves so both can be seen in one tour. Rare chandelier soda straw formations hang from the ceiling. Underground water passageways connect the cave “lakes” with the ocean. These caves are truly spectacular and not to be missed.

Open from 9am-5pm daily, with the last tour at 4.30pm. We are located in Bailey’s Bay, near the Swizzle Inn, accessible by bus from Hamilton or St. George’s. ‘Fiddlestix’ gift shop has just that unique item for special someone or yourself! Enjoy drinks, coffee or light snack at the Café Olé.

“Par-La-Ville”, a Georgian style house built by William Perot in 1814, is located on the fringes of Par-La-Ville Park, which used to be their private garden. The immense rubber tree in front was planted in 1847. There are varied displays of artifacts from an era gone by – Bermuda cedar furniture, silver flatware, ceramics and glassware, as well as portraits and paintings. William’s son, William Bennet Perot lived on this property all his life and was the Postmaster of Hamilton for many years. The old Perot Post Office still is in existence today as an operating Post Office. Find out about how the first "Postmaster" stamp originated in 1848.

Initially it was the Colonial Secretariat being completed in 1841 and remodeled in 1938. In 1968 it became the office of the Premier of Bermuda and the government of the day. It houses the Senate of Bermuda,which meets here every Wednesday while the House of Assembly is in session at Sessions House. The Senate Chamber is open to the public 9am - 5pm on weekdays except Tuesdays and public holidays. Interior walls have portraits of past Premiers and Senate presidents. There are many other important paintings you can see. There is a guided tour on Monday's from November to March.Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, Nixon and Bush; British Prime Ministers Macmillan, Heath and Thatcher; and Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip and Prince Charles sat at the circular table.

The structure we know today as 'The Cathedral' is in fact not the original building. The first building was destroyed by an arsonist in 1884. Built of native stone and imported Caen stone, the Cathedral of The Most Holy Trinity was designed by William Hay of Edinburgh in Restoration Gothic-style in the shape of a Roman Cross. Some of the stonework around the windows, doors and arches came from Normandy, France. The Cathedral that stands today was built in 1886 and the finally finished in 1905. Those energetic persons can climb 155 stairs leading to the top of the tower with fabulous panoramic views overlooking the City of Hamilton.

The Cenotaph in front of the Cabinet Building is a replica of the famous war memorial Cenotaph at Whitehall, London. The flags presented are of the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and British Army, memorializing Bermudians were in those British military services, died in World Wars I & II and whose names are on the Cenotaph. Every Remembrance Day, November 11, there is a parade and wreath presentation around the Cenotaph.

It wasn't until 1815 that it became the governmental as well as business captial of the island. The City of Hamilton generates more than $3 billion a year towards the Bermudian gross domestic product. It is the biggest captive insurance centre in the world as well as competing in reinsurance with New York and London. There are Fortune 500 companies, the Taipans of Hong Kong, the major accountants, some of the best legal talent anywhere and all types of insurance. The city is fully wired underground, including a fibre-optic circuit with reliable power.

The Corporation of Hamilton manages the city under the elected Mayor and council members. They are responsible for the streets, the docks, sewerage, garbage, parking, open spaces and more on an annual budget of approximately $20 million. Hamilton is a a very clean city with several parks making them a favourite lunchtime spot - Par-La-Ville Park, Victoria Park and Barr's Park.

The cast iron lighthouse was built in 1846 to warn passing ships of Bermuda's treacherous reefs which have claimed more than 300 shipwrecks to date. The light has been shining since May 1, 1846 and can be seen 40 miles away in good weather. The balcony, which you can climb 185 steps to, is 385ft above sea level and affords a view of the entire island with wonderful views of the ocean and Hamilton Harbour for fabulous photo opportunities. The delightful LIGHTHOUSE GRILL (Open daily for lunch 11am-3pm and dinner 6pm-10pm except Wednesdays, 10pm -1am weekdays & Sundays, 10pm-3am Fridays & saturdays) is located at the base offering an extensive lunch and dinner menu with Take-out too! A gift shop is located at the base of this attraction and the grounds offer a breathtaking view. Located on Lighthouse Road, Southampton next to Fairmont Southampton Hotel.

The Governor, who is appointed by Her Majesty the Queen, has his own Governor’s Council (the Premier is a member), in which matters relating to his portfolio are discussed. He is responsible for the conduct of Defence, Internal Security (he controls the Police and the Bermuda Regiment operationally) and Foreign Affairs. He is also responsible for the appointment of judges, magistrates and court officials. The Governor live at Government House for the duration of their term of office.

Bermuda’s Government is modelled on that of the British Government. There are two houses of Parliament, the House of Assembly, whose members are elected and paid from 36 constituencies; and the upper house, the Senate, whose 11 members are appointed, 5 from the ruling party, 3 from the opposition and 3 independents chosen by the Governor. The Premier is chosen from the majority party, and appoints members of a Cabinet, which normally numbers about a dozen men and women. Cabinet Ministers are each responsible for the operation of Ministries and Departments of the public service.

This famous 100 year old Lighthouse is a landmark on Bermuda's east end. Honored as the 2004 Winner’s Choice by Harbour Lights Lighthouses, it is a sturdy stone structure, 55-feet high to lantern, which shows a fixed white light of the second order, of about 30,000 candlepower, at a total height of 208-feet above sea level. The light has been warning ships since November 3, 1879 and has been subject to changes and improvements over the years. In place of the original kerosene burners of the ordinary oil wick type, it has a hood petroleum vapor burner, a more modern type, installed in June 1922. The view from the balcony is superb in its rugged beauty looking eastward, and its pleasing panorama of land and water looking westward. Located on St. David's Island, St. David’s. It too offers panoramic views, which can also be appreciated from the top of the hill even if the lighthouse is closed.

Located at the Foot of the Lane on Hamilton Harbour, Waterville was built in 1725 by the Trimingham family and the site of the first Trimingham’s store in 1842. It is now the headquarters of the Bermuda National Trust and is open to the public at no charge 9 to 5 each weekday.

Properties to see include Globe Hotel, Tucker House, Verdmont and a collection of nature reserves, gardens and cemeteries.

Any Bermuda National Trust museum can be opened for groups by special appointment.  Arrangements can be made with Andrew at <andrew@bnt.bm>.