Top Things to do in Nassau
The 8 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks 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. Christ Church Cathedral
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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.
2. The Cloisters Nassau
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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.
3. Parliament Square
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4.0 based on 404 reviews
With a statue of Queen Victoria situated in the center, this square is where most of Nassau's main government buildings can be found.
Reviewed By ehwarren11 - Washington, United States
there is a ton of history in this building. the architecture is fantastic, the history of the bahamas is very interesting
4. Pompey Square
5. Bay Street
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3.5 based on 610 reviews
This commercial district is Nassau's busiest street and is full of interesting shops and restaurants.
Reviewed By christinec145 - Racine, United States
If your vacation stay is in or near Nassau, you'll have time to explore the downtown Bahamian culture, museum, library, government buildings, food, entertainment, local craft and retail shopping on and around Bay Street. If your visit is a stop off of the cruise ship, this can't all be done in one day, unfortunately (so you'll have to choose your battles carefully!) A highlight for me is shopping at Effy - there are 3 stores on Bay Street. Yes, yes, I haven't forgotten that the gorgeous turquoise water of the Caribbean is the REAL jewel. But if you're interested in fine jewelry, try to research Effy Co. & designer before you travel. You really can go in "just to look", there's no high pressure, the staff is professional. You feel comfortable and don't have to rush. Hitesh P. works at the 3rd store closest to the wharf. What I admire about Hitesh is that he truly enjoys sharing his knowledge of gemology to educate others. There are a multitude of personalities to experience up & down Bay Street. And they are not all Bahamian... When I read reviews about what other travelers think & feel about their encounters, I have to smile. I'd love to end my day at a Bahamian family's dinner table listening to what they encountered with the travelers!
6. Rawson Square
7. Parliament Street
8. Bahamas Faith Ministries International
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
