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A Local's Guide: Things to do & Places to stay in Nassau, Bahamas
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items Explore Nassau through the eye of a local. I've lived in the Bahamas for 39 years born and raised and have all the tea when it comes down to activities, restaurants and more.
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Beaches
Restaurants
Pubs and Bars
Golf
Hotels
Airbnbs: Highly Recommended
Beaches
Spacious beach with semi shallow water. Close to Goldwynn Hotel, Bahamar, and Super Club Breezes. Lots of Jet Ski vendors and a mini beach club area on the main beach. It also has a grass park where us locals exercise as well as host events. There is...
Goodman's Bay (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Smaller beach area with playground for kids and a parking lot. Also has outdoor showers for getting rid of sand. Directly across the street is a gas station, night club, KFC, Burger King, and smaller stores that share a plaza.
Saunders Beach (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
A lot more activities at this beach. A dozen or more beach bars that offer food and drink. My favorite spot is the Tiki Hut. You can play volleyball or choose to do water sports. This beach is popular for cruise ship visitors. It is adjacent to Marga...
Western Esplande Beach (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go ...
This beach is further down the western side of New Providence. Awesome beach views, has a little bar and drink shack located on the property. I believe there is a $5.00 entry fee but the beach should be free to access. The colorful shack is two story...
NIRVANA BEACH BAR, Nassau - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone ...
Located on the eastern side of the island. More of a local beach hangout. Lots of driftwood and a long stretched out beach. The water is pretty shallow at certain times of the year so you can walk out for miles.
Yamacraw Point (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
Restaurants
I loved this place so much we had our wedding ceremony and reception here. The food is so good, such a great selection, the staff is friendly. Their best employee’s name is Lovely and she is such a gem. The view is beautiful in the day and at night. ...
Solemar
One of the best sushi restaurants in Nassau, if not the best. The food is always soooo good and the drinks are perfection. Love this place, excited for their new location out in the Venetian Village further west of the island.
Oku Sushi Bar
Sunday brunch at YellowBell, a restaurant located at the Island House resort, is the best thing since sliced bread. Not only do you get views but the food, the drinks are so yummy. Dress code is summer casual chic, no reservations needed.
Brunch at Yellow Bell, The Island House Nassau, Bahamas
Located in Olde Town Sandyport, this restaurant has such great vibe. There is the indoor section that has huge window space to view the canal that surrounds the restaurant and marina. There are two deck areas for seating that are directly over the wa...
Spritz Wine Bar & Restaurant
Located in the Sandyport Plaza, right next to the water, this place is a great vibe for day dining or night dining. The menuuuuuuu is Absolutely yummy, they have also started dinner service which is superb. I don’t have a favorite on the menu but if ...
Mi & B's Deli & Bistro
Yum! I love this place. The food options are top tier. It is a bit pricey but I honestly feel it’s worth it. Think dishes like caviar, tuna tartare, steak frite, and more. My favorite dish is the beef carpaccio, trust me just try it. So worth it. The...
Café Coco
Cricket Club is a local pub and restaurant that offers Bahamian dishes as well as English dishes. The food is made to order and I’ve never had a bad experience there. It’s located directly across the street from Arawak Cay. Also nestled next to it is...
Cricket Club Restaurant & Pub
Love this sushi restaurant! Social House has awesome appetizers and rolls and great drinks. Located a few blocks away from Baha Mar resort, on the Cable Beach Strip. You definitely need to make reservations online to get a seat here if you don’t want...
Social House Sushi & Grill
A great option for lunch or dinner, Meze Grill, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant (also selling steak dishes) doesn’t disappoint. A few blocks away from Baha Mar Resort, located on the Cable Beach strip near Sbarros Pizza, this place is a gem, that...
Meze Grill Restaurant - Nassau, New Providence
love this restaurant, the food is so good and the cocktails are on point. Located on Charlotte Street in the Downtown Nassau area, this place is a gem. Closes at 11pm most nights, 12:30am on Saturdays if you are looking for a place for drinks.
The London Tapas & Cocktail Bar (@thelondonbahamas) · City of Nassau
Itching for some soul food, well this is the spot. Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants in the Baha Mar resort. You don’t have to stay at this hotel to book a reservation. The food is phenomenal and the portion sizes are incredible. Has an indoo...
Marcus at Baha Mar Fish + Chop House
An absolutely gorgeous restaurant that serves Asian Fusion cuisine located in the Island House resort. It has indoor and outdoor seating with stunning views from the terrace.
Shima Restaurant
Pubs and Bars
Love this place for drinks. The food can be hit or miss but they do have a good selection of appetizers. The beach is directly across the street and at the right time you can witness the sun setting in the west. They play lots of music, a really good...
Sunset Beach Club (@sunsetbeachclubbah)
Nestled in the heart of SandyPort, this bar is so specially styled and curated. In love with the decor inside and the patio deck outside is a nice chill spot. The drink menu is exquisite. So many options to choose from. They also offer a small bites ...
Bon Vivants
Not too far from Sunset Beach Bar, a gem nestled in the middle of nature. Outdoor bar and restaurant with a farm kind of feel. Food is good and drinks are even better. Lots of music played and one of the few places that stays open late on the weekend...
Da Plantation Bar & Grill
awesome pub located right on the main strip of downtown Nassau steps away from the Straw Market. This bar makes excellent drinks and also sells food, more Irish inspired. You can sit indoors or on the patio.
SHENANIGANS IRISH BAR, Nassau - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone ...
Golf
This is such a fun activity to do if you’re visiting Nassau with friends, family or on a baecation. The mini golf course is located on Baha Mae’s property and open to hotel guests, locals and all tourists. They have a great selection of clubs as well...
Mini Blue Baha Mar
One of my favorite courses to play at. The first hole is a bit of a doozy of you are a beginner like me but it gets better. The course is well maintained, and their cart service is awesome. They also have a restaurant on the property if you want to g...
Royal Blue Golf Club
I absolutely love this course. I’ve played it a few times since starting my golf journey and it’s between an easy and medium play. The course is structured beautifully between million dollar houses and right by the ocean. It’s literally steps away fr...
Ocean Club Golf Course
Hotels
Awesome hotel to stay at if you’re on a honeymoon or on vacation with kids. Baha Mar Resort has a lot to offer with a wide array of restaurants, activities, room options, nightlife, and a full casino. There is also a Baha Bay, a fun-filled water park...
Baha Mar
If you're in the Bahamas and want the main character experience, this is it. Think: massive pink towers, waterslides that shoot you through shark tanks(yep that's real),and pools for days. It's bougie, iconic, and low key feels like stepping into a m...
Atlantis Bahamas
gorgeous boutique hotel that perfect for a honeymoon or baecation. Has a few restaurants on property such as Shima(Southeast Asian cuisine), Mogano (Italian cuisine), Yellowbell(craft cocktail bar with small bites), and there is also Island Pizza whi...
The Island House, Nassau (updated prices 2025)
Although it’s not as big as the larger resorts in Nassau, Sandyport Beach Resort is the perfect little gem. Located in the Olde Sandyport Plaza this resort features a lot of amenities, such as a spa, 3 swimming pools, a marina, beach and more. 7 mins...
Sandyport Beach Resort, Nassau (updated prices 2025)
Love this hotel. Fairly new to Nassau but such a great resort. Located on West Bay Street right across the street from Royal Blue Golf Course and nestled on Goodman’s Bay beach, this hotel is absolutely stunning. With a huge infinity pool and gorgeou...
Goldwynn Resort & Residences
such a gorgeous hotel, located on Paradise Island which is a bridge ride away from New Providence. This hotel screams island luxury and is so picturesque. The property has a gorgeous pool and beach access. You will fall in love with the views. There ...
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas
Airbnbs: Highly Recommended
Beautiful waterfront home in Nassau, Bahamas that can house 6 guests. Has 3 bedrooms, Lots of space and pool is on the property. A few miles from Baha Mar resort and in close proximity to restaurants, bars, nightlife and more. Great option if you don...
Home in Nassau · ★4.95 · 3 bedrooms · 4 beds · 3.5 baths