Here Are The 10 Best Things To Do In The Bahamas

Best Bahamas attractions located on the country’s 16 main islands and many islets and crays. In addition to beautiful beaches, this island nation has the world’s 3rd largest barrier reef, pristine nature, and unique wildlife. If it doesn’t convince you, try the ‘315 days of sunshine each year’. Add all these appealing characteristics and you have an escapism-worthy destination.

Since most people live and visit Nassau on New Providence, the nation’s capital is its center. Most distant and unspoiled are the Out Islands, all Bahamian islands except New Providence and Grand Bahama. Below are some of these beautiful areas’ greatest activities.

1. Bahamas’ best casinos: Splash the cash in style

The flagship Atlantis Resort helps Nassau dominate Caribbean casinos. Other Nassau resorts, like Baha Mar, are challenging resorts and casinos. Baha Mar’s gleaming 100,000 sq ft casino provides a high-end Vegas atmosphere, and Atlantis’ 60,000 sq ft follows.

Both casinos have great sportsbooks and combine high excitement and luxury, with the Baha Mar offering ocean views. Enjoy glamorous gambling in these spectacular venues and watch for unique events and competitions.

2. Tropic Of Cancer Beach: Experience stunning landscapes and serene surroundings

Tropic of Cancer Beach is one of the Bahamas’ most famous beaches, with beautiful scenery, clear waves, infinite sand, and peace. This private beach is 20 minutes by vehicle from Great Exuma and is tranquil even when crowded. Be prepared to bring snacks, food, and other necessities since there are few shops or restaurants here.

Tropic of Cancer Beach is 9 minutes northeast of William’s Town on the Queen’s Highway. It’s perfect for individuals who wish to relax away from local attractions.

3. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve: Capture images of important local flora

With guided nature hikes along mangrove-lined trails, the Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve allows you photograph flowers and foliage like never before. You may visit orchids, woods, and wetlands and learn about their ecological importance. You’ll also travel a medicinal plant trail to learn about these plants’ ancient and modern medical uses.

Eleuthera’s national park is 5 minutes up the coast from North Palmetto Point. Its lush vegetation makes it excellent for any social media feed.

• Location: Banks Rd, Governor’s Harbour, Bahamas
• Open: Daily from 8 am to 4 pm
• Phone: +1 242-332-3831

4. Pink Sands Beach: Sunbathe on pink-tinted sand

Pink Sands Beach on Harbour Island is stunning. Beware of Instagram’s over-filtered photos. Coral, shattered shells, small boulders, and calcium carbonate blend pink fragments with typical sand on the beach.

With the right timing and sun angle, the beach can glow pink, creating a stunning contrast with the blue water. Get to the beach early or late to avoid crowds. No public transportation gets you here, so drive or walk (7 minutes north from Dunmore Town).

Location: Harbour Island, The Bahamas

5. Big Major Cay: Share your lunch with a herd of swimming pigs

Bahamian swimming pigs are famous internationally for their cuteness. The strange tiny critters live on Big Major Cay in the Exuma chain, swimming and doing their own thing.

Many swim up to boats to pilfer snacks or scratch behind the ears when they’re hungry or want a head rub. A few dive centers provide tours to this cay and Abaco’s No Name Cay, where piggies are multiplying. Respect these wild creatures and don’t pick up piglets.

Location: Pig Beach, The Exumas, The Bahamas

6. Dean’s Blue Hole: Swim in the 2nd deepest hole known to man

A harbor west of Clarence Town on Long Island has Dean’s Blue Hole, one of the deepest underwater caverns at 202 meters. Submerged sinkholes with entrances below the surface are called blue holes.

With its deep blue and vivid aqua hues, this natural wonder is stunning. Wade into the shallow waters to the edge of the blue hole and swim across the 35-metre-wide hole, where many professional freedivers try to set world records. Try climbing the bays around the cliffs and jumping into the sea for some adrenaline.

• Location: Long Island, The Bahamas
• Phone: +1 242 565 6425

7. Arawak Cay on Nassau Island: Taste local food from the popular ‘Fish Fry’ row

Arawak Cay, dubbed as ‘Fish Fry’, is noted for its West Bay Street restaurants, 15 minutes from downtown Nassau. This busy strip is lined with shacks serving Bahamian food, from conch to fried fish.

Try the tropical conch salad with mango and pineapple pieces. Fish and spices abound as happy lips munch in this real atmosphere, enjoyed by residents and tourists. Local bands perform on Sundays, frequently with poetry readings.

Location: Arawak Cay, New Providence, The Bahamas

8. Andros Barrier Reef: Check out the 3rd largest barrier reef in the world

As the Andros Barrier Reef is 305 kilometers long, you can imagine the abundance of species. Starting at 2 meters below sea level, the reef plunges into the Tongue of the Ocean, which drops almost 2,000 meters. The reef runs parallel to Andros’ east coast.

Shallow reefs with colorful sea life, shipwrecks, and oceanic blue holes are great dive destinations around the reef. Trumpetfish, parrotfish, and speckled scorpionfish along blue holes, vast schools of red snapper, and deepwater sponges are among the most colorful sea life.

Location: Andros Island, The Bahamas

9. Lucayan National Park: Immerse yourself in wild and beautiful landscapes

Lucayan National Park stands out among the island’s two parks with 40 acres of beautiful, vibrant wildlife. Visitors can go to Ben’s Cave and Burial Mound Cave in this prized national park, which has one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems.

Fans of island history will be interested in the 1986 discovery of Lucayan bones in Burial Mound Cave. All six of The Bahamas’ vegetation zones are in the park, which has several charming mangrove pathways that lead to Gold Rock Beach. Sneaky raccoons will steal your food at any opportunity.

• Location: Grand Bahama Highway, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas
• Open: Daily from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm
• Phone: +1 242 352 5438

10. Pirates of Nassau Museum: Learn about the island nations’ ties to piracy

The Pirates of Nassau Museum features a reconstructed pirate ship, Revenge, and displays about pirate life from the city’s 18th-century pirate base. The museum is full of pirates from the start.

Walk through its deck and explore its nooks and crevices to experience pirate life on a scale ship. Animated pirates and interactive exhibitions on marooning to pirate Hall of Fame. Kids and parents will leave with a spring in their step and a better understanding of pirates in those fascinating times.

• Location: King and George Street, Nassau, The Bahamas
• Open: Monday–Saturday from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm, Sundays from 9 am to 2 pm
• Phone: +1 242 356 3759