Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, blends colonial British charm with Caribbean energy. Its pastel-coloured buildings, straw market, and proximity to Paradise Island make it one of the busiest cruise ports in the Caribbean.
What to Do in a Day in Nassau
Walk from the cruise port along Bay Street to explore the pastel colonial buildings and the famous Straw Market. Climb the Queen's Staircase to Fort Fincastle for panoramic views. Cross the bridge to Paradise Island to visit Atlantis resort's open-air marine habitat (free to view). For beach time, head to Junkanoo Beach, just a short walk west of the port.
The tours below are not organised by the cruise lines. Bookings are made directly with GetYourGuide and you are responsible for getting back to the ship on time. If you prefer the cruise line's guarantee, contact our travel advisors after booking.
Cruise Port Address
Lynden Pindling Airport (LPIA)
LPIA ~16 km west of Prince George Wharf; ~20–30 min by road. There's no direct cruise-port bus shuttle; the #10 jitney (~$1.25) runs between LPIA area and downtown but doesn't service the cruise port end-to-end. Government-regulated taxi fare ~$36–40 USD between airport and cruise port (up to 2 passengers).
Downtown Nassau (Bay Street)
Rawson Square and Bay Street are immediately at the cruise port exit — 2–5 min walk. The Straw Market is 5 min along Bay Street. Junkanoo Beach is a ~10–15 min walk west. Taxis to Atlantis (Paradise Island) are flat ~$20.
Nassau Weather by Month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. High °C | 25° | 25° | 26° | 27° | 29° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 30° | 28° | 26° |
| Rainfall mm | 🌤️ 40 mm | 🌤️ 40 mm | 🌤️ 45 mm | 🌤️ 55 mm | 🌧️ 105 mm | ⛈️ 175 mm | 🌧️ 150 mm | ⛈️ 170 mm | ⛈️ 175 mm | ⛈️ 155 mm | 🌦️ 70 mm | 🌤️ 45 mm |
Available cruises
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Carnival and Celebrity Cruises offer excursions including Atlantis Aquaventure day passes, swimming with dolphins, snorkeling trips and historical walking tours.
Ships typically dock for 7–9 hours. Prince George Wharf is right in downtown Nassau, just steps from Bay Street and the Straw Market.
Yes, downtown Nassau is very walkable from the cruise port. Bay Street, the Straw Market and Junkanoo Beach are all within easy walking distance. For Paradise Island, it's a short taxi ride or a 20-minute walk across the bridge.