The Bahamas' colorful capital, with historic forts, Bay Street shopping, and turquoise beaches minutes from the pier.
Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas, on the island of New Providence. Ships dock at Prince George Wharf, right at the edge of downtown and Bay Street.
You can walk to history and shopping, hop over to Paradise Island, or head out on the water to swim in that famous blue. It suits first-time cruisers, families, and beach lovers alike.
Average daily high and low in °F, from the nearest weather station with long records: Lynden Pindling International Airport, Nassau. Source: Meteostat station records, 1991–2020.
Here are my favorite ways to spend a cruise day in Nassau. Each one opens on Viator, where you can check the times, reviews and price before you book.
A short boat ride to Rose Island to meet the famous swimming pigs, followed by a Bahamian lunch, beach loungers, snorkeling and paddleboarding at a private beach club.
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A quick, easy loop of Nassau's landmarks: the Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle, the rum cake factory and a stop at Atlantis on Paradise Island, all well within your time in port.
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Stroll downtown Nassau sampling conch, local dishes and Bahamian rum at hand-picked spots, with stories about the island's history between bites. Easy walking distance from the ship.
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Jim's Port Pick
Half Moon Cay is one of my all-time favorite private islands - the sand is unbelievably soft, hands-down the best I’ve ever felt!
My favorites: climb the Queen's Staircase, carved out of limestone by hand; explore Fort Fincastle and Fort Charlotte, old forts with harbor views; browse the Straw Market for local crafts; cross the bridge to Paradise Island for beaches and resorts; spend a few hours at Junkanoo Beach, a short walk from the pier.
Bahamian dollar, pegged one to one with the US dollar; US dollars are accepted everywhere.
Downtown is right off the pier and easy to walk, and taxis and water taxis can take you to Paradise Island and beaches farther out.
Search sailings that stop in Nassau on our site, or ask me for a quote. I book it for you with no fees, and I watch for price drops after you book.
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