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Category: Beaches - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Delaporte
The village of Delaporte's public beach is another great option if you're trying to avoid the crowds. Located between Cable and Caves Beaches, it's slightly closer to downtown Nassau, yet far enough off the beaten path that most tourists never see it. If you go, check out the village, too – it's a charmer!
Fort Fincastle and Water Tower
Category: Sightseeing - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Elizabeth Ave, Nassau
Near the top of the Queen's Staircase at the highest point of the island stand the ruins of Fort Fincastle, built by Governor Lord Dunmore in 1793. Although small and never tested in battle, the fort provided an excellent vantage point for the lookouts posted to give warning of approaching pirates. Those panoramic...
Nassau Public Library & Museum
Category: Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Shirley St, Between Bank Ln & Parliament St, Nassau
The Nassau Public Library and Museum building dates to the late 1790s when it was constructed as a jail. The octagonal design provided for eight individual cells on each of the first two floors, with each cell having the luxury of a window which allowed for cross-ventilation. Converted in 1873 to the first library on...
National Art Gallery of The Bahamas
Category: Best Attractions & Activities - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: W Hill and West Sts, Villa Doyle, Nassau
Housed in the beautifully restored 1860s-era Villa Doyle, the fledgling National Art Gallery of the Bahamas, which opened in 2003, has managed to collect a number of important works. Bahamian artists are the primary focus, but there are works by ex-pats as well, including some stunning Winslow Homer landscapes. The...
Category: Best Attractions & Activities - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: depart from Paradise Island ferry terminal, Paradise Island
Dolphin Encounters has strong emphases on animal care, education, conservation and research, but also provides memorable experiences for participants in their "Close Encounter" and "Swim-With-The-Dolphins" programs. Enjoy interaction with these fascinating, gentle and intelligent Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins following...
Category: Tours and Excursions - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Hurricane Hole Plaza, Paradise Island
Seahorse offers exciting half-day snorkeling trips to various spots around the island. Trips aboard the sailing catamaran depart from the Atlantis resort, and include any equipment you might need plus instruction. Tranquil sunset cruises are available as well.
Category: Tours and Excursions - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, Paradise Island
The Flying Cloud, a 57-foot catamaran, sets sail for entertaining and exciting trips around Nassau Harbor. The half-day sail/snorkel adventure lasts about 3-1/2 hours, and features a high-speed sail to Rose Island where you can swim in the ocean, snorkel a nearby coral reef, or just lounge on the beach. The evening...
Category: Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Mackey St, Nassau
The official repository of all Bahamian government records is also an interesting source of historical information. While most of the records here originated with the government, there are numerous private, ecclesiastical, business and family records dating back to the 17th century as well. Photos, oral histories,...
Category: Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Lyford Cay Shopping Centre, Nassau
Opened in the 1960s, this museum showcases works of art from around the globe in an intimate setting. The collection features paintings, sculptures, hand-blown glass and decorative art, primarily from the last century.
Category: Beaches - Nassau Attractions & Activities
Address: Adelaide Village
Adelaide Beach is not on most tourists' radar, which is either a bonus or a drawback, depending on your point of view. On the south side of New Providence Island, the beach here is long and virtually empty during the week. On weekends it's popular with local residents.
