Hamilton Bermuda: Walking Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Cocktails

Summary

Eat, sip and wander Hamilton’s flavors with a local’s stories

You’ll stroll through Hamilton with a local guide, tasting Bermudian classics like fish chowder and rum cake at seven different stops. Sip signature cocktails as you hear stories about island life and history. Expect laughter, unexpected flavors, and glimpses of daily Bermudian rhythms — all wrapped into one easygoing afternoon.

What’s the experience like?

“If you don’t try the fish chowder, you haven’t really been to Bermuda,” our guide Carla grinned as she handed me a tiny steaming bowl outside this blue-shuttered café in Hamilton. She’d grown up just around the corner — kept pointing out old school friends waving from mopeds or shop doors. The city felt smaller, warmer that way. I didn’t expect the chowder to have such a kick (rum and sherry peppers — learned that the hard way), but it was weirdly comforting, especially with the salty air drifting in from Front Street.

We wandered along for about three hours — not rushing, just sort of ambling from one spot to the next. At one bakery, the smell of fresh loquat jam nearly stopped me in my tracks. Carla told us stories about each building (“That used to be a post office — now it’s sushi”) and somehow managed to make even the lampposts sound interesting. There were seven food stops in total, so by the fourth I started feeling full but couldn’t say no to another bite of rum cake (I swear it tasted better because we’d walked there). The Dark ‘n Stormy cocktail at this tucked-away bar was punchy — ginger beer fizzing up my nose — and someone from our group tried to order in Patois, which made everyone laugh.

I liked how every tasting came with some little story or memory attached. Even when I tried asking about cricket rules (big mistake), Carla just shook her head and said, “That’s for another tour.” We passed school kids in uniforms darting between shops, caught snippets of reggae from an open window, and there was this moment near City Hall where sunlight hit those pastel walls just right. Still think about that view sometimes — not sure if it was the cocktails or just Bermuda doing its thing.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hamilton walking food and culture tour

• Meet in front of English Sports shop
• Walk through Hamilton city center
• Enjoy 7 food tastings
• Sample cocktails with tastings
• Learn about historical and cultural sites
• Explore architectural highlights

Top questions

How long is the Bermuda food tour in Hamilton?

The walking food tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

How many tastings are included on this Hamilton food tour?

You’ll sample 6 to 7 different tastings during the tour.

Are drinks included on the Bermuda food tour?

Yes, cocktails such as Dark 'n Stormy and rum swizzle are included at many stops.

Is pickup provided for this Hamilton food tour?

No hotel pickup; you meet at the English Sports Shop in central Hamilton.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Yes, common allergies or dietary needs can be accommodated if you message ahead.

Is this walking tour suitable for children?

Infants must sit on an adult's lap; moderate fitness is recommended for all travelers.

What should I bring on the Bermuda food tour?

Comfortable shoes for walking; everything else (food & drinks) is provided.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes seven generous tastings across Hamilton’s favorite eateries plus classic Bermudian cocktails like Dark ‘n Stormy and rum swizzle. A knowledgeable local guide leads your small group throughout; all food and drinks are covered so you won’t need lunch after. Just meet outside the English Sports Shop downtown — everything else is taken care of along the way.