Here is a list of things that I’ve personally experienced (or would like to!) and that I recommend to anyone visiting the Bahamas!
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Unforgettable Adventures
Relaxing Stays
Iconic Stops
Incredible Beaches & Nature
Refuel and Recharge
Unforgettable Adventures
This was a fun tour! It wasn’t my favorite, but I got a chance to snorkel for the first time, saw a green sea turtle and lots of colorful fish, got to hold a baby piggie, and had a pretty delicious quesadillas while making friends with the other tour...
Nassau: 3 islands Pigs,Turtles,Snorkel & Beach Club with lunch
Now THIS tour was a blast! The Exuma cays are a dream and I’ve never seen water so perfect and calm! It was an hour long speedboat out there and back, but it was well worth it.
Original Exuma Powerboat Adventures
This is a tour I would LOVE to go on!
Bahamas: Nassau Horseback Riding on Beaches & Trails
Relaxing Stays
Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas is a world-renowned resort and aquatic playground, blending luxury, adventure, and tropical beauty on one stunning Bahamian island. Spanning 141 acres, the resort features iconic architecture, lush landscapes, and pr...
Atlantis Bahamas
The resort is a hub of world-class amenities, featuring a 100,000-square-foot casino, a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, over 40 fine-dining and casual restaurants, and a luxurious spa and wellness center. Families can explore the exclusive water ...
Baha Mar
The. Literal. Dream! 😍
Charter New Luxury 80' Yacht Bahamas 40k 5 nights
The most exclusive resort in the Bahamas!
Aqualina Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025
I think I would stay here next time!
Sandyport Beach Resort
Lowkey hideaway!
Blue Ocean Village
Iconic Stops
The most iconic place to stop and get souvenirs! Very overwhelming experience and don’t be afraid to say “no thank you” to anyone if they approach!
Straw Market
Colonial history underfoot at the Queens Staircase, hand carved from solid limestone by slaves in the late 18th century, offering a striking piece of Bahamian history as it winds 66 steps between towering rock walls.
Queen's Staircase
Fort Charlotte is the largest of the island's historic forts, a 100-acre British-colonial stronghold built in the late 18th century by Lord Dunmore, featuring dry moats, dungeons, tunnels, and cannons, offering panoramic views of Nassau Harbour and s...
Fort Charlotte
This Fort was constructed of cut limestone c. 1793 and strategically placed atop Bennet's Hill to protect historic Nassau town and its harbour; it was built under the governorship of John Murray, also called Viscount Fincastle, in the shape of a padd...
Fort Fincastle
Fort Montagu is a small fort of four cannon located on the eastern shore of New Providence Island (Nassau) Bahamas. Peter Henry Bruce oversaw the construction of the fort that began in 1741 to defend the British possession from Spanish invaders.
Fort Montagu
As you explore the Pirates Nassau Bahamas Museum, you’ll learn all sorts of facts about pirates. From how they lived to information about specific pirates, the museum is small but informative.
Pirates of Nassau
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral is the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
St Francis Xavier Cathedral - Nassau
Browse the collection of Hamilton White, a well-known British antiques collector, which includes relics and treasures spanning the centuries from the days of Columbus to the piracy era, slavery and plantation life, life in the out islands during the ...
Heritage Museum Of The Bahamas
Government House in Nassau, Bahamas, is the official residence of the Governor-General, a prominent pink Georgian colonial mansion on Mount Fitzwilliam, known for its impressive architecture and the Christopher Columbus statue in front.
Government House
Constructed in the 19th century, the arch has stood over a main Nassau thoroughfare for almost 200 years.
Gregory's Arch
This small house is the oldest wooden house in Nassau. It has hosted several famous guests including Hemingway and British royalty.
Balcony House Museum
Parliament Square in Nassau, Bahamas, is the historic political center of the country, featuring colonial-era government buildings like the House of Assembly, Senate, and Supreme Court, all distinguished by their pink facades. A central statue of Que...
Tour Parliament Square
Pompey Square is a lively and vibrant square named after the slavery rebel Pompey.
Pompey Square
This historic village was established in 1831 when the Governor of the Bahamas gave the land to freed slaves.
Adelaide Village
Incredible Beaches & Nature
Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay, has been an interesting part of The Bahamas’ history for centuries. Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the home of the dolphins and sea lions of Dolphin Encounters and is owne...
Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas
Cabbage Beach is a famous, beautiful, two-mile stretch of white sand and turquoise water on Paradise Island, by Atlantis resort.
Cabbage Beach
This beach is world famous for its fabulous sand and crystal waters and for the myriad upscale resorts that line it. A few miles west of Nassau is Cable Beach, covering two and one-half miles of fabulous beach with five first-class or luxury resorts,...
Cable Beach
Junkanoo Beach is a popular, lively public beach in downtown Nassau, Bahamas, known for its proximity to cruise ports, vibrant atmosphere with beach bars and music.
Junkanoo Beach
The Caves in Nassau, Bahamas, are a series of limestone caverns with a rich history, used by the Lucayan people for shelter and storage, and later by pirates for hiding treasure and weapons.
The Caves Nassau
Clifton Heritage National Park is a protected area on New Providence Island, Bahamas, that preserves Bahamian history, culture, and natural beauty, featuring Lucayan and plantation ruins, beaches used in films like Jaws, and a unique underwater sculp...
Clifton Heritage National Park
The 600-foot boardwalk takes visitors into the robust mangrove wetland and was built over the sensitive, muddy bottom substrate. It makes viewing the many birds, fish and other critters that call this place home easy. If you’re lucky, on a calm day y...
Bonefish Pond National Park
in Nassau, Bahamas, is a tropical garden and zoo known for its famous marching flamingos, which perform daily shows. It features lush gardens, a mini-zoo with over 135 animals, and a focus on conservation, offering a peaceful retreat with opportuniti...
Ardastra Gardens & Wildlife Conservation Centre
Refuel and Recharge
Named after the original West Indian inhabitants of the island and known locally as “The Fish Fry,” Arawak Cay dates back to 1969, when Nassau Harbour was dredged. The sand taken from the harbour was used to build Arawak Cay, and since that time, the...
Fish Fry Nassau Bahamas
John Watling's Distillery is a Bahamian-owned rum distillery located at the historic Buena Vista Estate in downtown Nassau, offering free guided tours, tastings, and a tavern with cocktails and food.
John Watling's Distillery
A long time cozy establishment for cheap beer
The Bearded Clam Sports Bar, Nassau
Charming little outdoor patio!
Café Matisse
Authentic and charming, grab a bottle of hot sauce when you go!