Top Things to do in Nassau
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Nassau, New Providence Island
Nassau teems with Bahamian and British flavor. The capital city of the Bahamas boasts miles of spectacular beaches and stretches of vivid coral reefs perfect for snorkeling. Shop, dine, and sightsee, particularly along busy Bay Street, or if you're a James Bond fan, visit the British Colonial Hotel, which was used as a filming location for two of the Sean Connery-era movies. Visit during the famed Junkanoo Festival to experience a high-energy parade of spectacularly costumed dancers.
Restaurants in Nassau
1. Junkanoo World Museum & Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 91 reviews
Our amazing Junkanoo museum represents a taste of our festive and colourful Bahamian culture. There are many awesome Junkanoo costumes and photos which tell the story of past Junkanoo parades. Our vibrant exhibits capture the art of Junkanoo costuming and music. Enjoy our gorgeous mosaic floors and ceilings. It is absolutely breath taking! Stop and shop at our gift store where you will find beautiful souvenirs crafted by local artisans. Our fabulous Junkanoo and Carnival supply store has everything you are looking for to create those colourful and exquisite costumes.
Reviewed By mb722016
We really enjoyed the Junkanoo Wolrd Museum. We loved hearing about the Junkanoo festival and heritage. Seeing all of the elaborate costumes they wear in the parades was amazing. Quintin and our tour guide gave us a look at how they are made, WHAT SKILL. The pride is apparent in this museum, it is not to be missed.
2. Balcony House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
The oldest wooden structure on the island, built in the 18th century.
Reviewed By MammaBear60 - Warkworth, Canada
My husbad and I had the tour guide to ourselves about an hour before closing time. She was very thorough and informative. Definitely worth a visit as we love buildings that show how people lived decades ago, and we happily made a donation.
3. Junkanoo Expo Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Museum showcasing the costumes and floats from the annual Junkanoo parade.
Reviewed By Oadoc - Ormond Beach, United States
We visited this as part of the Funky Nassau Jeep Tour. Very interesting place with a great history lesson. Kids and adults had fun tryin* on different costumes and playing percussion.
4. Christ Church Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By gbloodworth - Ottawa, Canada
classic anglican architecture, nice quiet place to rest and contemplate, enjoy the organ music and examine the stain glass windows.
5. Cable Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,293 reviews
Reviewed By edthm
Beautiful beach lots of fun water sports available nice and clean beautiful water get to the beach early because the lounge chairs and umbrellas go quickly staff is very accommodating and will do their best to help get you settled on the beach
6. The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 293 reviews
The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (NAGB) is the premier arts institution in The Bahamas. It is committed to engaging the history of Bahamian art and visual culture and supporting contemporary movements and experimental contemporary art practice through exhibitions, an extensive public programme schedule, community and regional projects and partnerships, arts education, providing fellowships and grants, the establishment and support of an art library and the building of The National Collection of The Bahamas.
Reviewed By captdoc41 - Ann Arbor, United States
This small, but interesting museum its well worth a visit. Just a two or three block walk from Bay Street, the art is very good and the building is welcoming. The "Refuge" exhibit is superb.
7. Clifton Heritage National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 585 reviews
Come to CLIFTON and SEE! Experience Culture, Revisit history, Explore Nature, Enjoy Leisure. Home to the remains of Lucayan villages and plantations, as well as the setting to several movies of pop culture such as Jaws and the Bond series. We boast several private beaches and event area for your day getaway, beach picnic, parties and other event. Whether you are here to connect with the past, nature, yourself or your spirit, Clifton welcomes you!
Reviewed By ijaoya
I walked with tour guide Vernita through the park, remains of slave quarters and family houses, and into a garden of local plants and medicinal herbs. She made these stories come alive and told them with compassion through all the contradictions of history. Wishing her well and looking forward to going back to visit this meaningful and visually stunning place. It was my favorite place in Nassau - great for contemplation, quiet, and watching a breathtaking sunset against the ocean cliffs.
8. John Watling's Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 848 reviews
John Watling's Distillery home to JOHN WATLING'S rum and RED TURTLE vodka, the "Spirit of The Bahamas" offers complimentary tours at its home, the Buena Vista Estate, in Downtown Nassau. The historic Estate, founded in 1789 and overlooking the harbour, is the site where Bahamians hand-craft JOHN WATLING'S small-batch rums RED TURTLE pink sand filtered vodka. At the Estate, John Watling's features a production and museum-like tour, shopping and signature Bahamian cocktails at its Red Turtle Tavern. Within walking distance from the cruise ship port in Downtown Nassau, John Watling's Distillery is located on Delancy Street and is open from 10am-6pm, seven days a week and on Friday's until 9pm. Free Tour
9. The Cloisters Nassau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 292 reviews
Reviewed By LairdDoug - St. Andrews, United Kingdom
A lovely spot away from the hustle and bustle of Atlantis on the way to the Ocean Club Golf Course and very close to The Ocean Club hotel. Worth a walk around the place and down to the water.
10. Primeval Forest National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Remarkably undisturbed, this old-growth woodland is representative of the early evergreen tropical hardwood forests of the Bahamas. Located in southwestern New Providence, the area is easily accessible by car. It features dramatic sinkholes – unique limestone caverns up to 50 feet long, 30 feet wide, and in some cases 30 feet deep. The most notable features are accessed by boardwalks, steps and bridges.
Reviewed By 2005-travel-lover - Frederick, United States
Nice 1 hour walk through an old-stand forest. Lots of sinkholes to see. Great smells. Just don't touch anything!
