St David's Lighthouse
A stone lighthouse of 1879 on Bermuda's eastern end, giving its name to a transatlantic race trophy.
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St David's Lighthouse was built in 1879 of Bermuda limestone on the highest ground at the eastern end of the island, and it takes the second position after Gibbs Hill in the island's lighthouse pair. The Newport Bermuda Race, sailed from Rhode Island since 1906, awards the St David's Lighthouse Trophy to its main division, named for this tower. St David's Island itself kept a distinct community with Native American and Portuguese ancestry.
What you actually see
- The 1879 tower - the limestone lighthouse on the eastern high ground.
- The race trophy - the Newport Bermuda Race division named for the lighthouse.
- The eastern view - the reefs and open Atlantic beyond the point.
- The St David's community - the island's distinct population and history.
When to go
March to November is the most comfortable. Tower opening is limited and irregular. The Newport Bermuda Race finishes in June in even years.
Honest expectations
The tower is often closed and access is not reliable. There is no interpretation on site. Parking is limited on the narrow roads.
Nearby
St George's is west, and Cooper's Island is south.
What to pack for St David's Lighthouse
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
