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For over 150 years, the Royal Navy Dockyard has done much to influence the perception of the world about everything associated with Bermuda. Nothing evokes the maritime spirit and fortitude of this island colony more than this sprawling attraction on Ireland Island. The British began building this massive citadel of an edifice in 1809 where slaves and convicts provided much of the labor. In the course of their construction thousands of workers died and thousands more had to endure hard labor under harsh conditions.
Today, imaginative redevelopment transformed this historic old naval installation into charming shops of arts and crafts and restaurants with a touch of Victorian elegance. This is the place to go for travelers who love to dive into historical artifacts and island culture. While the pain of the past still lingers among its local residents, they are more than too happy to see tourist flock within the walls their forebears died for.
Travelers, especially military buffs and historians, spend countless hours exploring former military structures and underground chambers. Locals are always engaging and tourists are treated to stories of chivalry past military exploits. Interactive museums and modern exhibits are everywhere. One of the best daytime activities here is to climb the ramparts and watch live glassblowing demonstrations.
A taste of its famous rum cakes or savory fish and chips should be a delightful experience to first time visitors. One can enjoy communing with dolphins at the island's largest fort at the Bermuda Maritime Museum or simply visit the snorkel park for beginner's classes in diving. During summers, one should never miss the Gumba tours where "true" stories of the island's history are told and relieved.