Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum & Zoo
Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum & Zoo
Bermuda Aquarium, Natural History Museum & Zoo
4.5
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Seals, turtles, fish, monkeys, birds, and the first living coral reef exhibit in the world: this complex offers a fairly complete survey of the natural wonders found in the Bermuda and islands of the world. Please note: Last admission is at 4:00pm but the facility is open until 5:00pm daily, with the exception of December 25th.
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- Larry W52 contributionsA great experienceWe've been to Bermuda several times but never made it to the Aquarium, Natural History Museum and Zoo. We had our 4 grandkids with us and we all throughly enjoyed our time. The only challenge was getting to the zoo from the King's Wharf. There is no easy way. And if you choose to not do the buses, it's get a big pricey. Not as much as the cruise ships, but it was a $90 cab ride (for eight of us) one way. On our way back we took a mini-bus to the Ferry and the ferry to King's Wharf. Unfortunately, With the little ones, the pink buses wouldn't work for us. But I would recommend visiting if you have the opportunity!Visited May 2024Travelled with familyWritten May 26, 2024
- ticoalraJefferson, Maryland315 contributionsGreat Small Zoo and Aquarium!We visited the Zoo and Aquarium as part of a ship excursion. We were given 40 minutes to explore both and it was perfect. The Zoo was really nice and we saw animals that we typically don't see back home. The aquarium was small but had great exhibits!Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten July 4, 2024
- NauticalsNewton, Massachusetts143 contributionsDefinitely visit if you are in BermudaIt was my 1st time visiting the Aquarium and Zoo in Bermuda. Admission was very reasonable which covered the Aquarium, Zoo and small museum. I was impressed how much there was to see and the variety sea life in the Aquarium. The zoo had flamingos and other birds as well as a few reptiles. The best part is the public bus has a stop at the Aquarium.Visited July 2024Travelled soloWritten August 7, 2024
- Lets cruiseMiami, Florida2,170 contributionsCute little zooCute little zoo with aquarium. Its a little out of the way (if you coming from the Dockyards you need to take the ferry to Hamilton and then a bus 10 or 11 from bus station) its about 20min ride from the bus station (which is not far from the ferry dock). The tickets are 10$ per person and all zoo, aquarium and museum are included. The zoo exhibits are immersive, which means you walk amongst the animals. Don’t miss the big water tank on the way to the bus station it contains some beautiful sea turtles. The views from the rest places in the zoo are gorgeous.Visited September 2024Travelled with friendsWritten September 7, 2024
- Julie DThief River Falls, Minnesota103 contributionsMust do while visiting!Visiting one of my favorite places from my childhood brought back so many amazing memories! How much they have added and expanded the knowledge sharing in animal and marine sciences is so inspiring! Highly recommend a visit and make sure you stop on Flatts Bridge and watch the tide rushing in and out along with the marine life! We saw turtles, puffer fish, and jelly fish along with lots of parrot fish! Easy access for public transportation as well! Can easily be done in 2 hours or less!Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten September 21, 2024
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Carolina
Azores, Portugal11 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
We were pleasantly surprised by the size of the aquarium and zoo. The zoo is really well organized. I saw some animals that I never get to see back in Portugal. One of the zoo workers called Nesta (like Bob Marley) was so helpful. He saw us looking at the seals and approached us voluntarily and gave us the most wonderful details about the seals and their history. Thank so much Nesta! You made my day!
Written July 26, 2021
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Theresa T
Hartford, CT27 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
My husband and I took the bus from Hamilton to the Aquarium. The bus stop is directly in front of the building and taxis are out front as well. Admission was $10/per person which was fantastic. It is a small aquarium and small zoo, however, for $10 it was perfectly priced. Be warned: some animals are not behind cages, but roam close to people. My husband loved this--I did not.
Written July 11, 2023
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Nauticals
Newton, MA143 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
It was my 1st time visiting the Aquarium and Zoo in Bermuda. Admission was very reasonable which covered the Aquarium, Zoo and small museum. I was impressed how much there was to see and the variety sea life in the Aquarium. The zoo had flamingos and other birds as well as a few reptiles. The best part is the public bus has a stop at the Aquarium.
Written August 7, 2024
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Lets cruise
Miami, FL2,170 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
Cute little zoo with aquarium. Its a little out of the way (if you coming from the Dockyards you need to take the ferry to Hamilton and then a bus 10 or 11 from bus station) its about 20min ride from the bus station (which is not far from the ferry dock). The tickets are 10$ per person and all zoo, aquarium and museum are included. The zoo exhibits are immersive, which means you walk amongst the animals. Don’t miss the big water tank on the way to the bus station it contains some beautiful sea turtles. The views from the rest places in the zoo are gorgeous.
Written September 7, 2024
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travelmom252017
Houston, TX257 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Great place on a rainy day or for families. Lots of aquariums with fish local to Bermuda, huge green turtles, seals, small zoo and small history museum that focuses on marine and plant life. If you buy year pass it’s tax deductible and you get discounts on other tours. Check for feeding times of turtles and seals and other animals
Written March 15, 2023
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Huddersfield, UK77 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Unfortunately the zoo area was closed due to covid, but the aquarium and museum were still open.
The aquarium was great, lots of different fish and sea life - and the museum was very informative.
The place was kept very clean and the team there were friendly.
I can imagine this place is even better with everything open, but was still great as is! Worth a visit for sure!
The aquarium was great, lots of different fish and sea life - and the museum was very informative.
The place was kept very clean and the team there were friendly.
I can imagine this place is even better with everything open, but was still great as is! Worth a visit for sure!
Written January 27, 2022
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Joseph H
Middleton, NH60 contributions
Mar 2020
Very cute place. Sea Turtles out front. 40-50 tanks inside. Clean and enjoyable. Zoo part is cute with interesting animals. Museum is one room but interesting. $15 admission is well worth it.
Written March 24, 2020
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Myles O
18 contributions
Aug 2022
The Aquarium section is gorgeous, with many interesting sea creatures that you would not normally see if out on the reef. The zoo section is set up as a walk-through style, so you are in the enclosures with many of the animals. Very cool! Wish it was bigger!
Written August 18, 2022
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Julie D
Thief River Falls, MN103 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Visiting one of my favorite places from my childhood brought back so many amazing memories! How much they have added and expanded the knowledge sharing in animal and marine sciences is so inspiring! Highly recommend a visit and make sure you stop on Flatts Bridge and watch the tide rushing in and out along with the marine life! We saw turtles, puffer fish, and jelly fish along with lots of parrot fish! Easy access for public transportation as well! Can easily be done in 2 hours or less!
Written September 21, 2024
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Sandra C
Chapel Hill, NC27 contributions
Jun 2022
The best part is the natural history museum -- great overview of the past and very interesting to browse. The displays of fish in the surrounding ocean are very helpful. I found the 'zoo' part to not be as great but that wasn't unexpected on a small island. The bus stops right outside the museum too, which is very convenient.
Written July 12, 2022
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Are there any public beaches near the aquarium?
Written May 7, 2019
Good day,
The closest public beach to our facility is Shelly Bay.
Written July 5, 2019
How far is. Zoo from.the portyard.dock.please. any body
Written June 25, 2018
If you take a taxi / moped / Twizy direct from Dockyard, it is about a 40 minute drive - ask a cab driver to take you via the South Shore for the best views of beaches and reefs.
You can also take a ferry to Hamilton across the Great Sound, then take a 15 minute taxi to the aquarium in Flatts.
You can also take the bus but you will need to transfer in Hamilton - this will take you about 90 minutes or longer depending on traffic.
Written June 26, 2018
Ian W
Bermuda
It is $10 for adults and $5 for children (5-12) and seniors (65+). Children under 5 are free.
This admits you to the aquarium, zoo and natural history museum.
Hope this helps.
Best
Ian
Written June 25, 2018
How do I get to the aquarium from the Royal Navy Dockyard?
Written June 22, 2018
Take the number 7 or 8 bus to Hamilton bus station. Or you may like to take the ferry, it is quicker and a prettier route, it is a short walk to the bus terminal from the ferry terminal. Once there you have the choice of the number 3, 10, or 11 buses. The number 3 doesn't stop outside the aquarium but it stops in Flatts village and is less than a five minute stroll.
If you are coming off the cruise ship I suggest you don't choose the day you are leaving for this excursion as you will be under pressure to get back in time.
Written June 22, 2018
I can't find the hours this is open. We have been 3 times but our grandson has been only once and he was only 5 now he is 8 and we want to visit again. Love this place and want to go Monday afternoon in Aug. Taking the ferry to Hamilton then the bus to the Zoo I think and would like to spend the afternoon there (2 + hours). Besides he needs a new book about fish in the Atlantic from the gift shop his is worn out :).
Thanks
Written May 28, 2018
Ian W
Bermuda
The BAMZ is open from 9 am to 5pm with last admission at 4pm. We do not take entries after 4pm because you will not be able to see everything and we do not wish you to be disappointed. You should also know that some of our zoo exhibit start closing at 4pm to allow keepers time to get the animals fed and sorted for the evening. If you come at 3pm or later, we suggest you start your tour in the zoo and finish in the aquarium. I hope you find this helpful.
Sincerely,
Ian
Written May 28, 2018
How long would you say is sufficient time to spend here?
Written February 17, 2018
2 hours. it's a good take in.
Written February 18, 2018
How do you get from cruise ship terminal to aquarium?l
Written November 23, 2017
We took a ferry from the cruise terminal to St. George and then a bus to the aquarium. It was fairly easy, just make sure you have a map and keep track of the stops, the buses do not stop unless you ask them to
Written February 11, 2018
Do you have wheelchairs that can be rented??
Written October 5, 2017
Ian W
Bermuda
Hopefully this is not too late - we have two wheelchairs that are available for free at the front desk if they are asked for. We are mostly wheelchair accessible and have plans to modify some areas that are accessible but have steep ramps.
Thanks
Ian
Written October 16, 2017
Traveling with a group of 10 (all family) ages 48-2.....what are some not-miss things we should do?? And should we be aware of any safety concerns on the island??
Written October 28, 2016
Yes, do not rent a car or moped because they drive on opposite side of road and there is high instance of accidents Eden Americans rent vehicles in Bermuda.
Check out bus and Ferry schedules as they can get you safely around Island.
Hamilton, St George's and Horseshoe Bay Beach are great day trips.
Enjoy
Written October 28, 2016
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