Fort St. Catherine

Built in 1612 in wood, and finished with stone two years later, this early fort was meant to protect the small Barbados colony. It would be rebuilt five time to include new improvements and stronger features, though today it serves as a museum and historic attraction.

Location and What's Nearby

Situated in the northern section of St. George, Fort St. Catherine welcomes residents and guests rooming in this town and areas nearby. But even if you aren't staying in this location, you should consider stopping by for some fun in the sun. In case you're wondering, St. George is three quarters of a mile (a kilometer) to the south.

If you've worked up an appetite during your historical site visit, think about heading to one of the restaurants close-by. The most frequented nearby place to eat is Buzz on the Beach, which serves American meals. The restaurant is just about a quarter mile away from this site's location, so stop in and peruse the menu. The George & Dragon and White Horse Pub are some more dining possibilities in the area. At White Horse Pub you and your group should test out Caribbean dishes and experience the culture of Bermuda.

Staying Close

Fort St. Catherine is located in St. George, so those staying in this part of Bermuda will be excited to have easy site access during their visit. There are a good number of lodgings in the region around this attraction.

Hotels near Fort St. Catherine Hotel Type Island Distance Direction Aunt Neas Inn At Hillcrest Hotel St. David's Island 0.7 mi. (0.2 km) SSW Grotto Bay Beach Resort Resort St. David's Island 3.4 mi. (4.6 km) SW Rosewood Tucker's Point Resort None 3.9 mi. (5.2 km) SSW The Mid Ocean Club Resort None 4.2 mi. (5.7 km) S

Information

Operating Hours

The museum is open everyday except for Sundays.

Payment

To find out how much the museum charges, call Fort St. Catherine beforehand to determine how much, or if they charge.

Contact Information

Phone Number: (441) 297-1920

Location: 15 Coot Pond Road, St. George, St. David's Island