Cosmopolitan Nassau, once ruled by pirates, seems a world away from the desert-like wildlife sanctuary of Inagua. On many of the islands, tiny villages seem lifted from the Massachusetts coast and set down amongst palms and pines and iridescent sands.
The islands are low lying, composed of coral with a limestone base. Their highest point is not even 120m above sea level. Many of the islands are covered with woodlands, some are swampy and uninhabitable. Others have miles of beautiful beaches.
The seas around the islands are shallow and clear. The name Bahamas comes from the Spanish baja-mar meaning shallow sea.
Today tourism is the major industry, and these stunning islands of gregarious people, beautiful scenery and sunny skies are one of the most popular vacation destinations in the Caribbean, and for that matter - the world
to our most popular destination of Paradise Island
| Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Island | 20 km | 37 min | |
| Cable Beach | 8 km | 14 min | |
| Sandals Grand | km | min | |
| Nassau Downtown | 7 km | 22 min | |
| Lyford Cay | 5 km | 14 min |
Do & See
Dining
Cafes
Bars & Nightlife
Shopping
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 e...
Enjoy the day snorkeling and kayaking, soaking up the sun on the private beach or in a hammock. When it\u0027s all said and done, your experience on Sandy Toe is sure to be a memorable one. The privat...
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 trip.
John Watling\u0027s 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 rum.
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 animals.
At the Heritage Museum, you get a captivating insight into the history of the island and it\u0027s people as well as original artifacts. Each part of the museum has an own theme ranging from history o...
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...
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 o...
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 tou...
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 ...
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 utili...
The Queen\u0027s 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 e...
Overview
Travel essentials
Nearby airportsEmergencyNumbers
911 or 919
Currency
The Bahamian dollar is held on par with the US dollar and both are accepted interchangeably throughout the islands.
Newspapers
The Nassau Guardian The Tribune The Bahama Journal
Population
248,948
TouristInformation
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism P.O. Box N-3701, Nassau +1 242 302 2000 +1 800 Bahamas
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