![]() Posh luxury resorts (including the world famous Atlantis Bahamas Resort), Nassau's Sister Island - Paradise Island Venture east on Bay Streetįrom the city's core and you come to a bridge that takes you to "Paradise," with It pays to compare your cruise line shore excursions here. Notes: Though the trip takes just 10 minutes,Ĭhoose between jumping on one of the many bikes for hire or rent a motor scooter which costs from US$25(£13.50) to US$35 (£19) a day. Market to Paradise Island, operating daily from 9 a.m. The Nassau Water Taxi departs every 30 minutes from behind the Straw Many taxis also offer tours, in general fun and not expensive. The fare is $9 plus $2 bridge toll between downtown Nassau and Paradise Island. Rates are fixed, but surcharges apply for more than two people. ![]() Look for the Bahamahost sticker in the window. Taxis are plentiful and can be hired in advance or flagged down in the street. The historic center of Nassau occupies an area about twelve blocks long and six blocks deep, and can be easily explored on foot. Built in 1788, it is complete with moat, open Supreme Court fill the square with pomp and pageantry. Each season, the Opening Ceremonies of the Parliament Square in downtown Nassau Bahamas is the traditional center Including the Houses of Parliament, the old Colonial Secretary's OfficeĪnd the Supreme Court all surrounding a marble statue of Queen Victoria. The stores on Bay Street are flanked by picturesque, pastel pink-coloredĬolonial-style Government buildings erected in the early 1800s by Loyalists, The best buys and shoppingīargains can be found among the straw craft items and souvenirs at Liquor, perfume, jewelry andĬhina are favorite items for duty-free shoppers, along with fine localĪnd international crafts plus native goods, from handmade yards ofīatik to fine jewelry & Rolex watches. Visit the historic forts or shop for bargains along Bay Street, Nassau'sįamous international shopping location. Or golf take an Out Island excursion or just lay back to snooze The coral reefs go fishing for dolphin, tuna or wahoo play tennis Style) or cruise out to spend the day scuba diving or snorkeling Scoot around the island on a rented motor scooter, rental car orīicycle (be sure to drive on the left-hand side of the road, British Nightlife in Nassau and Paradise Island than there are hours in the Monthly Climate Averages for Nassau Bahamasįrom casinos, cabaret shows, magic acts & acrobatics to moonlightĭinner cruises or theatre performances, there are more options for Live Nautical Chart with Wikipedia Markers There is a tour desk where cruise passengers can get general details about the islands and the excursions available, a post office and a communications center with pay phones, internet kiosk, Wi Fi, etc. On Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays the atmosphere is spiced up with local Bahamian music. On stepping ashore at Prince George Wharf, cruisers will disembark through the colorful Festival Place Welcome center, designed to resemble a Bahamian village with stands selling arts, crafts and tempting island treats such as coconut and pineapple tarts. Downtown is less than a 15 minute walk away. Prince George Wharf, with three long piers, near Rawson Square is in the heart of Nassau. Nassau Bahamas Cruise Port Guide Location: Interactive World Cruise Map Home | Cruise Ships | Port Expenses | Hints and Tips WHATSINPORT.COM: YOUR CRUISE GUIDE TO 1200 PORTS OF CALL
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