Hamilton Bermuda Shopping: Stores, Map and Hours

 

 

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What To Expect  Store Hours  Shopping Locations  Popular Stores  Shopping Malls  Hamilton Shopping Map  Practical Tips

 

If you are visiting Bermuda, Hamilton is where you will do most of your shopping. The City has the largest collection of stores on the island, packed into a compact grid of streets that you can walk in a single afternoon. 

 

On this page, I cover what makes shopping here different from the rest of Bermuda, the streets and stores I recommend, current opening hours, the shopping malls, and a map showing where everything sits. 

 

For a wider overview of what to buy and the best gifts to bring home from the island, see my main Bermuda Shopping Guide. This page focuses on the City of Hamilton. 

 

Front Street, Hamilton 

 

Photo: Darryl Brooks 

 

What to Expect from Shopping in Hamilton

 

Hamilton is small, and that is the point. From the Hamilton Ferry Terminal on Front Street, you can reach almost every store I mention here on foot in under fifteen minutes. The central bus terminal on Washington Street, near City Hall, sits about two blocks inland and serves as the other main arrival point if you come in by bus from your hotel or from Dockyard. 

 

The shopping mood here is unhurried. Sales staff in most stores will chat with you, give you advice, and let you browse without pressure. There is no sales tax on anything you buy, although import duties are baked into the prices of most goods. 

 

The real value sits in Bermuda-made items like pink sand jewelry, cedar work, local rum, perfumes, and traditional Bermuda shorts. 

 

On prices, international luxury brands such as Rolex, Cartier, Tudor, and Jaeger LeCoultre are sold at duty-free Swiss prices at jewelers like Crisson and Astwood Dickinson, which makes them a fair comparison to what you would pay back home. 

 

Everyday clothing and household goods tend to be more expensive than mainland US prices because of import duties. 

 

Store Hours in Hamilton

 

Most stores in Hamilton open Monday through Saturday, roughly 9:30am to 5:30pm. Exact times vary by store, so I have included specific hours under each name in the next section where they matter. 

 

Sundays are quiet. Almost every retail store in Hamilton stays closed on Sundays and on Bermuda public holidays. The exceptions are the supermarkets, the pharmacies, and a few department stores such as Gibbons Company and Brown and Co. which open shorter hours on Sundays, usually 1pm to 5pm. If you arrive in Hamilton on a Sunday expecting a full day of shopping, the City will look almost deserted. 

 

There is one weekly exception that is worth planning around. During Harbor Nights Street Festival, which runs every Wednesday evening from mid-May through mid-September, Front Street closes to traffic and many stores stay open until 9pm or later. That is the best evening of the week to shop in Hamilton if your schedule allows it. 

 

Opening hours have shifted a little since the pandemic. A few stores now open at 10am instead of 9:30am, and some close at 5pm rather than 5:30pm. If you are making a special trip for one particular shop, call ahead or check the store's website that morning. 

 

Where the Stores Are: Front, Reid, Queen and Church Streets

 

Hamilton's main shopping streets run parallel and one block apart. Once you understand the grid, finding stores becomes easy. 

 

Front Street runs along the harbor and holds the highest concentration of upscale boutiques, jewelers, and the flagship department stores. For more on the street itself, see my Front Street guide. On Front Street you will find Crisson, Astwood Dickinson, Alexandra Mosher, English Sports Shop, Brown and Co., Gosling Brothers, Chatham House, and 59 Front. 

 

Reid Street is one block inland and runs parallel to Front Street. It carries Hamilton's main department stores and a mix of clothing and lifestyle shops. Gibbons Company, Marks and Spencer, P-Tech electronics, TABS, and the south entrance of the Washington Mall are all here. 

 

Queen Street runs north-south and crosses both Front and Reid. You will find Flying Colours, E.R. Aubrey Jewellers, W.J. Boyle and Son, the Bermudiana Arcade, and the famous Birdcage traffic post at the foot of the street. 

 

Church Street is one block north of Reid Street. It is more of an everyday shopping street, with the Washington Mall north entrance, the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, the Bermuda Society of Arts inside City Hall, and the Market Place supermarket. 

 

The alleys between these streets, including Walker Arcade, Chancery Lane, and Bermuda House Lane, hide some of the best small shops. I recommend walking through them when you are between bigger errands. You will often find a craft store or a small jewelry studio that you would never have spotted from the main street. 

 

Chancery Lane 

 

Photo: JoeyBagODonuts, cc by-sa 3.0 

 

Popular Stores in Hamilton and What They Sell

 

I have grouped these by category so you can plan your visit by what you want to buy. For the broader story of Bermuda-made items and what to buy across the island, see the Bermuda Shopping Guide. 

 

Jewelry, Watches and Bermuda-Made Pieces

 

Crisson Jewellers is the most prominent fine jewelry store on the island and the exclusive Rolex retailer for Bermuda. The flagship sits at 31 Front Street, with additional branches at Royal Naval Dockyard and Fairmont Southampton. 

 

They also carry Tudor, Movado, Pandora, David Yurman, and Roberto Coin, and their own Island Sand and Island Silver collections. Family run since 1922. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-2351. 

 

Astwood Dickinson at 25 Front Street is the other big luxury jewelry name in Hamilton, family owned since 1904. They carry Cartier, Jaeger LeCoultre, Breitling, Omega, and the Original Bermuda Collection, which is designed and made in-house in 18-karat gold. 

 

A second boutique sits next to the lobby of the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-292-5805. 

 

Alexandra Mosher Studio Jewellery at 5 Front Street is on the corner of Par-La-Ville Road, just steps from the ferry terminal. Alexandra's pink sand designs in sterling silver and gold are some of the most distinctive Bermuda-made souvenirs you can buy. 

 

The studio also offers a permanent jewelry bar, where a fine chain is welded onto your wrist or ankle to be worn long term. Open daily from morning into early evening, with extended hours on Harbor Nights Wednesdays. Phone: 441-236-9009. 

 

E.R. Aubrey Jewellers at 19 Queen Street has been around since 1954. They source gems and stones directly and create their own pieces, which keeps prices noticeably lower than the luxury houses. Phone: 441-296-3171. 

 

Swiss Jewellers at 9 Front Street, originally Swiss Timing, rebranded in 2019 to reflect their broader move into diamonds and custom jewelry alongside watches. Phone: 441-295-1376. 

 

Walker Christopher Goldsmiths at 29 Front Street, on the second level, carries handcrafted gold, diamond, and pearl jewelry. Their unusual specialty is ancient coins, including Greek and Roman pieces that can be set into pendants or earrings. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-1466. 

 

Clothing, Bermuda Shorts and Resort Wear

 

English Sports Shop at 49 Front Street has been the home of the original Bermuda shorts since 1918. If you want a traditional pair with knee socks and a blazer to match, this is the first stop. They also carry made-to-measure suits, cotton and cashmere knitwear, linen jackets, and rugby shirts. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-2672. 

 

TABS, The Authentic Bermuda Shorts is at 12 Reid Street in Walker Arcade. Founded by Bermudian designer Rebecca Singleton in 2013, TABS sells modern Bermuda shorts in over 30 island-inspired colors and four fabric types. The shop also stocks resort wear, an award-winning swim line, and pieces from more than 20 local artisans and select international brands. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-704-8227. 

 

 

Photo: TABS Bermuda 

 

Davison's of Bermuda at 15 Front Street stocks clothing for men, women, and children, along with gifts. They have branches at Dockyard Clocktower Mall and on Water Street in St. George's. Phone: 441-296-9552. 

 

Marks and Spencer at 17 Reid Street brings the British retailer's signature underwear, knitwear, formal clothing, and food hall to Hamilton. The food section at the back of the store is a small attraction on its own if you want British biscuits, teas, savories, and wine. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-0031. 

 

Calypso at 45 Front Street is a long-standing women's boutique in a bright yellow building directly across from the ferry terminal. The store carries designer ladies wear from brands like Eileen Fisher and Max Mara, sourced from Paris, Milan, London, and New York, and is known for stocking the largest swimwear selection on the island, including Vilebrequin, Tommy Hilfiger, Anne Cole, and La Blanca. 

 

You will also find ladies shoes, Italian leather goods, espadrilles, straw hats, bags, Italian ceramics, and decorative gift items. Calypso is part of the Hornburg Calypso group, which has run fashion retail in Bermuda since 1957 and also operates United Colors of Benetton, French Connection, and Women's Secret in the City. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-2112. 

 

Department Stores

 

Gibbons Company at 21 Reid Street is the largest department store on the island, founded in 1916. You will find fashion for men, women, and children, MAC Cosmetics, fragrances, baby gear, and home goods. A separate Gibbons Home Store sits inside Washington Mall. Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 6pm, Sunday 1pm to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-0022. 

 

Brown and Co. at 35 Front Street is a large department store carrying clothing, accessories, gifts, books at the in-store Bookmart, and household goods. They also operate the Phoenix Centre at 3 Reid Street, which combines the pharmacy with a department floor over multiple levels. Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:30am to 5pm, Sunday 12 noon to 5pm. 

 

59 Front sits on the ground floor of the Brown and Co. building at 59 Front Street. This store carries the largest concentration of branded beauty and cosmetics on the island, including Clarins, Bobbi Brown, Estee Lauder, Jo Malone, Clinique, Shiseido, Bare Minerals, and the local Lili Bermuda. 

 

The home goods section stocks Villeroy and Boch, Wedgwood, Waterford, Portmeirion, Swarovski, Kate Spade, and Yankee Candle. The store is wheelchair accessible. Open 10am to 6pm. Phone: 441-279-5429. 

 

Local Food, Drinks and Cigars

 

Gosling Brothers at 33 Front Street, on the corner of Queen Street, is Bermuda's oldest business, founded in 1806 and at this site since 1824. The store sells the full Gosling's rum range, including Black Seal and Family Reserve Old Rum, along with wines and other spirits. They offer duty-free packages with delivery to your cruise ship. A second location sits at 17 Dundonald Street. Phone: 441-295-1123. 

 

Burrows Lightbourn at 2 Addendum Lane in Pembroke, founded in 1808, is the other big wine and spirits merchant in the area. They carry Heineken, Carlsberg, Dewars, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Bacardi, and a deep wine selection. Phone: 441-295-0176. 

 

Chatham House Bermuda at 63 Front Street is the place for Cuban cigars and small souvenirs. Note that Cuban cigars cannot legally be brought into the United States. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 7:30am to 5pm. Phone: 441-292-8422. 

 

The Market Place at 42 Church Street and Miles Market at 96 Pitts Bay Road in Pembroke are the main full-size grocery stores within walking distance of central Hamilton. Both have bakery sections and stay open on Sundays. 

 

Electronics, Footwear and Specialty

 

P-Tech at 2 Reid Street, on the corner of Queen Street, is Bermuda's main consumer electronics store. They carry Bose, Sony, GoPro, Canon, Nikon, Samsung, Apple, HP, and Lenovo. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-5496. 

 

W.J. Boyle and Son at 31 Queen Street has been Bermuda's main shoe store for generations. Boyle's Building handles formal and casual footwear for the whole family, and a separate Church Street outlet specializes in children's shoes. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-1887. 

 

Pro Shop at 17 Reid Street, in the basement of the Kenwood Building, sells sports shoes, jerseys, and workout gear at fair prices. Soccer team t-shirts are their bestseller. Phone: 441-292-7487. 

 

Flying Colours at 5 Queen Street, established in 1937, sells Bermuda-themed t-shirts, hoodies, gifts, souvenirs, and locally made food items. If you want a Bermuda hoodie or a casual shirt as a gift, start here. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5:30pm. Phone: 441-295-0890. 

 

Rock On at 67 Front Street in Butterfield Place stocks nutritional supplements, protein bars and shakes, natural teas, and eco-friendly toiletries. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Phone: 441-295-3468. 

 

Bermuda Society of Arts at 17 Church Street, inside City Hall, is a non-profit gallery showcasing and selling work from local artists. Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Phone: 441-292-3824. 

 

Shopping Malls in Hamilton

 

Hamilton has three covered shopping centers. They are useful when the weather turns or when you want several stores under one roof. 

 

Washington Mall at 20 Church Street, between Reid Street and Church Street, is the largest mall on the island. It hosts over 60 retailers across two levels, including the Gibbons Home Store, salons, barbers, gift shops, and a small food court with cafes. Free WiFi for shoppers. 

 

Walker Arcade at 12 Reid Street is a smaller arcade that holds TABS, an Astwood Dickinson branch boutique, and several upscale shops. It connects Reid Street to Front Street through a pedestrian passageway, which is handy when it rains. 

 

Bermudiana Arcade at 27 Queen Street holds a mix of small stores and a few restaurants. Quieter than the other two. 

 

Hamilton Shopping Map

 

The map below shows where the main stores sit on each street. I have also marked City Hall, the Cabinet Building, the Visitors Service Center and the Hamilton Ferry Terminal at the western end of Front Street. 

 

Hamilton Shopping, Road Map 

 

You will see how compact the shopping area is. Most of what you will want to visit sits within a six-block walk, between Par-La-Ville Road in the west and King Street in the east, and between Front Street in the south and Church Street in the north. 

 

At the eastern end of the map, you can see Fort Hamilton, which is reached by walking up Happy Valley Road from King Street. If you have an hour to spare after shopping, the fort is worth the climb for the harbor view. 

 

Practical Tips for Shopping in Hamilton

 

A few things I tell every visitor. 

 

Cash or card. Bermudian and US dollars are accepted interchangeably at the same value. Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted. Discover cards are not. Some smaller shops may ask for a PIN with credit cards, so check with your bank before you travel. ATMs are easy to find on Front Street, Reid Street, and Church Street. 

 

Sizes. Clothing brands from Europe and the UK are often re-tagged to North American sizes in Hamilton stores, but not always. If you are unsure, ask the staff for a conversion chart. They keep them at the counter. 

 

Customs. Items that are at least 35 percent made in Bermuda can come into the US duty free under the Generalised System of Preferences, regardless of how much you spend on them. Keep your receipts and ask the store to mark the country of origin on the invoice if it is not already there. For more, see Bermuda Customs Duties. 

 

Cruise day timing. When a cruise ship is docked at Heritage Wharf or Kings Wharf in Dockyard, Hamilton fills up around mid-morning as passengers arrive on the ferry. If you prefer a quieter shopping experience, start at opening time or come back after 4pm. 

 

Harbor Nights. If your trip falls between mid-May and mid-September, plan one of your shopping days around a Wednesday so you can see Front Street come alive in the evening. Stores stay open later, the street closes to cars, and local vendors set up tables with food and crafts. It is the most enjoyable time of the week to be in the City. 

 

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