Nassau

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Nassau

With a culture and natural landscape as vibrant as its history (it was once declared a “pirate republic” by infamous pirates Charles Vane, Calico Jack Rackham, "Blackbeard" Edward Teach, Anne Bonny, and Mary Read), Nassau is The Bahamas’ crown jewel. The booming downtown makes for some wonderful on-land entertainment. The beaches are its signature attraction, however, with the likes of Cable Beach at its helm. The turquoise waters are some of the clearest on the planet with visibility of over 200 feet!

The City

Nassau is best known as a vibrant city where you can choose your own pace and vacation style to suit your frame of mind. Its bouncing jitneys, colorful pirate history, and candy colored government buildings co-exist with ultra-modern resorts that enchant everyone. From backpackers to luxury travelers, it's time for sun, sand, and sea as you kick back and discover the many attractions in Nassau.

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Do & See

The good weather makes it easy to visit attractions year round. The Bahamas has plenty of different sights to charm you–whether it is the nature, art, history, shopping, or the people.

Dolphin Encounters

Dolphin Encounters, located on private Blue Lagoon Island, is one of the most intriguing and memorable tours available. Visit the world famous dolphins of Dolphin Encounters for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The boat departure dock/check-in area is located at the Paradise Island Ferry …

Sandy Toes

Enjoy the day snorkeling and kayaking, soaking up the sun on the private beach or in a hammock. When it's all said and done, your experience on Sandy Toe is sure to be a memorable one. The private island destination offers guided snorkeling tours, all you can eat Bahamian buffets, unbeatable vistas, beach bars, …

Powerboat Adventures

Get a breathtaking view of the picturesque scenery and feed the iguanas on one of the islands with grapes when going on this adventurous powerboat …

John Watling's Distillery

John Watling's Distillery is a bit off the beaten path, but a most for rum-lovers. Watch the process of rum making and sample the different types of …

Ardastra Gardens

This lovely little Zoo hosts a variety of animals. The flamingo show is wonderful and you also get to feed the birds and some of the …

The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas

At the Heritage Museum, you get a captivating insight into the history of the island and it's people as well as original artifacts. Each part of the museum has an own theme ranging from history of the island to pirate …

The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas

The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas is the premier arts institution in The Bahamas. This gallery is excellently curated and definitely worthy of a visit. Four decades of Bahamian Art are exhibited, from 1973, the year of Bahamian Independence, to the …

Pirates of Nassau Museum

Nassau was the base for the greatest concentration of pirates during the 17th century. The museum, located in downtown Nassau, is fun, informative, cleverly put together, and gives a great portrayal of a pirate's life. Board a replica of the pirate ship "Revenge" and let the adventures …

Seahorse Snorkel and Sailing Excursions

Spend a wonderful morning or afternoon sailing, sunning, and snorkeling out to one of the nearby reefs along Spruce Cay or Athol Island. Complimentary water and snacks are available throughout the tour, while rum punch and a full bar are available after snorkeling. En route back to shore, relax with a drink, listen to …

Tru Bahamian Food Tours

Tru Bahamian Food Tours offer a unique guided tasting and cultural walking tour that takes you on a 3-hour culinary adventure. Authentic Bahamian cuisine still remains largely unknown and often times inaccessible to the islands’ annual visitors. Tru Bahamian Food Tours brings the authenticity of island flavor and specialties to …

Caribbean Birding Trail

Despite its small stature, New Providence island boasts the second-most Bahamian, as well as Caribbean specialty birds, after Abaco. Many of the sites are accessible only by vehicle, so consider utilizing a birding guide. While the Bahama Woodstar is the only endemic species present on the island, there are still a wealth of other …

Queen's Staircase

The Queen's Staircase, located in the proximity of Fort Fincastle and the Water Tower, was built to honor Queen Victoria and carved by hand. Walk up the impressive stairs lying in the shade and escape the …

Clifton Heritage National Land and Sea Park

The Clifton Heritage National Park offers a series of educational programs that utilize archival documents, photographs, craft, songs, dramatizations, dance, story telling, audio and visual presentations, field trips, electronic lessons, readings, and site tours. One of the island's best kept secrets, the Park combines beautiful nature trails, historical ruins, amazing beaches, and guided …

Christ Church Cathedral

Built in 1841, Christ Church Cathedral is the fifth church to occupy the location. Tablets trace the trials Nassau citizens endured over the centuries years ago, and the sanctuary's back also features baptismal font. The Lord Proprietors built the original building in 1670, making it the first church built in The Islands Of The …

Beaches

Nassau boasts dozens of wondrous beaches, which are the area's prized possessions. Soft sands and crystalline waters rein in accolades as the region's best: Junkanoo Beach West Bay Street and Nassau Street Nassau, New Providence Island Cabbage Beach Paradise Island (north side) Nassau, New Providence Island Cable Beach Nassau, New Providence Island Love Beach 10 miles west of downtown …

Wellness Spa Bahamas

Wellness Spa Bahamas brings the healing of Therapeutic Massage to you. Treat yourself well and enhance your health mentally, physically, and emotionally. They encourage total relaxation, improving blood flow and reducing chronic pain for elevated …

Dermalogica Skin Centre

Dermalogica’s Skin Treatment is customized to your skin’s needs with a thorough, zone-by-zone Face Mapping analysis. This will help you understand your skin and its needs. The professional Skin Therapists will diagnose and prescribe a home care and treatment regimen to deliver your optimum skin …

Dining

In the mood for fresh seafood, succulent meats or Bahamian traditional favorites? Perhaps you’d like to see today’s fresh selection of rock lobster, snapper and conch. Nassau provides some of the finest dining with endless possibilities.

Café Matisse

Dine al fresco in Café Matisse charming courtyard or on the veranda. The menu, which changes every three months, features homemade pasta, fresh seafood, real Italian pizza, and delicious …

Dune at The Ocean Club

Set atop a white sand bluff overlooking the sea, Dune indulges all of your senses. The menu offers an imaginative blend of French Asian dishes infused with local herbs and Bahamian …

Carmine's

Graycliff Restaurant

Graycliff Restaurant is pure elegance. Serving signature dishes, fine wines, and vintage Cuban cigars from its colonial mansion location, Graycliff is the ultimate Bahamian dining experience. Guests can even buy the world's oldest bottle of wine, a German vintage …

Goldie's Conch House

As the winner of consecutive Certificates of Excellence from Tripadvisor, Goldie's needs little introduction. Tourists and locals are consistently dazzled by the homemade dishes of owner Goldie Evans himself. The fettuccine with conch and shrimp is a particular …

Bahamian Club

Fine meat is the house specialty at Bahamian Club, where a menu of rib-eye steak, veal chop, herb-roasted rack of lamb, and chateaubriand for two are sure to impress. Not a meatlover? Look to fresh seafood delights like the grilled swordfish steak, Bahamian lobster, and salmon …

Bahama Grill

Taste the islands at the popular Bahama Grill. Choose to dine indoors or outdoors on the covered deck while sipping on yummy cocktails. Made-to-order dishes are their specialty, including hickory smoked pork, baby-back, and beef ribs; grilled, barbecue, and rotisserie chicken; and tasty grilled …

Sapodilla

At Sapodilla, you're in for something extraordinary with expert service, food, live music, and ambiance. Even the cutlery and glassware is carefully …

Cafe Martinique

Known for its grills, everything from prime rib for two, to a succulent veal chop, Cafe Martinique is perfection. Paradise Island's most most elegant and upscale restaurant features imported art and antiques from Belle Epoque …

Compass Point

Compass Point is located in the hotel of the same name. The large restaurant features several bars that jut out of the sea on a barrier wall, and seating for diners is inside or outside. The food is good, service excellent, and there's never a rush to vacate a table. …

Cafes

Whether you want a regular coffee or a light meal, Nassau offers a variety of options. Some cafes are high-end, while others are friendly for all occasions.

Athena Café & Bar

Enjoy authentic Greek dishes with excellent service and a delightful open porch view of Nassau. Souvlaki, moussaka, or hearty Greek gyros are local favorites at …

Gregory's Mediterranean Delights

Pastries, paninis, baguettes, greek burgers, salads, wraps, vegetarian choices, fresh squeezed orange juice, frozitos, lattes, cappuccinos, and mouth watering desserts are the name of the game at Gregory's. European coffee is also served …

McKenzie's Fresh Fish and Conch

Great food without the pomp of touristy traps is what McKenzie's offers you. The conch salads are all individually made from this small shack. Seafood is balanced with fresh fruits and vegetables to create yummy …

Oh Andros

Enormous portions of delicious food is to be expected at Oh Andros. The seafood is always freshly prepared …

Bars & Nightlife

Nassau nightlife finds visitors headed for the casinos or beach bars for an evening of music and gaming. Many resorts offer superb casino entertainment, bars, and nightclubs.

The Daiquiri Shack

The Daiquiri Shack is well-known for the best Daiquiris on the whole island made with fresh fruit and rum. Served by the knowledgeable bartenders and in a relaxing atmosphere with muxic will certainly make your night …

Booze & Cruise

Enjoy a fantastic party with drinks like the famous Bahama Mama, rhythmic beats and a picturesque view of the sunset on board of a ship. You can even go snorkeling or swimming during the …

Atlantis Casino

The Atlantis Resort offers poolside gaming in a 100,000-square-foot casino. The table games are open daily at this unique resort destination, which even features the world’s largest open-air marine habitat. Awards are as follows: Condé Nast Traveler: “Top 121 Golf Resorts" and "Top 20 Foreign Golf Resorts;" "The 100 Best Vacations For 2012;" Caribbean …

Twisted Lime Sports Bar and Grill

Located in Sandyport’s Marina Village, the Twisted Lime specializes in Gastro Pub and Fire Grill fare. Try their creative sandwiches, pastas, and signature flatbreads while watching the big games on 18 Big Screen …

Compass Point Outdoor Ocean Bar

The Outdoor Bar at Compass Point Beach Resort boasts some of the island's best views. Tropical libations and an extensive bar menu make this a viable …

Señor Frog's

The motto "have fun, let yourself go and unleash your fiesta" already suggests what Señor Frog's is about. A great selection of cocktails and food to fill up even the hungriest of guests and lots of …

Aura Night Club

As one of the country's hottest nightclubs, Aura even draws celebrities. Bartenders keep the crowds energized as they dance the night away. The genre of music varies according to the …

Club Waterloo & Shooters Bar

Club Waterloo claims to be Nassau's largest indoor/outdoor nightclub. With five bars, nonstop dancing, and live bands on the weekends, Waterloo has something fun up its …

Sea Glass

Tapas, fruit martinis, and signature cocktails are served at the voguish Sea Glass nightly. Table games like blackjack or roulette are to be had as …

Shopping

The Bahamas provides its visitors with every shopping experience imaginable. Nassau’s duty-free status makes it popular for buying luxury items. The Bahamas are famous for handicrafts, paintings, sea treasure, blown glass, Conch shell jewelry and Junkanoo art. Practice your bartering skills while witnessing local artisans at work.