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Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour

Explore Nassau on this 2.5-hour guided sightseeing tour, discovering the island’s rich history, local culture, and iconic landmarks.

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4.7out of 5(1,619 reviews)NassauOperated by Tyrone Wilson
Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour

Quick facts

Duration
2.5 hr
Price
From $80 per person
Rating
4.7 out of 5 (1,619 reviews)
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Languages
English
Group size
Small group · up to 14
Pickup
Pickup available
Cancellation
Free cancellation

Overview

Explore Nassau on this 2.5-hour guided sightseeing tour, discovering the island’s rich history, local culture, and iconic landmarks. Visit the Queen’s Staircase, John Watling’s Distillery, and the scenic sights of Paradise Island while your local guide shares fascinating stories and insights into Bahamian life and heritage.

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Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour

What's included

Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned full-size van
  • Food and beverage samples
  • Local taxes
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Restroom on board
  • WiFi on board

Itinerary

  1. The Bahamas Rum Cake Factory

    15 min

    Your tour begins with a drive through the historic city of Nassau before you land at your first stop (for approximately 15 minutes) at the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory. The factory produces several scrumptious flavors of rum cakes like, pina colada, banana, and chocolate. Free sampling is available at this stop!

  2. Atlantis Casino

    30 min

    Next, head across the 65-foot bridge that connects Nassau to Paradise Island and visit the beauties of paradise island for about 30-minute stop. It is a self guided 30 minute general walk about the Hotel casino and Lobby.

  3. Queen's Staircase

    30 min

    Afterward, stop at the Queen's Staircase, one of the most visited attractions in Nassau. Climb 65 hand-carved steps from the bottom to the top where you will arrive at Bennet's Hill and home of Fort Fincastle, the fort that overlooks the city of Nassau. If you are not able to walk the staircase you can stay on-board and be driven to the top where you will have an opportunity to do some light shopping for authentic handmade goods at bargain prices.

  4. Graycliff Chocolatier

    10 min

    the house special chocolate at the Graycliff Chocolate Factory who manufactures some of the best chocolate in town.

  5. John Watling's Distillery

    20 min

    John Watling's Distillery home to locally made rum. Try a free sample of the best tasting pina colada made with a 3 year rum, must be 18 years old to sample. If you are looking for a public beach at the end of the tour you can visit Junkanoo Beach. The beach is a 10-minute walk back to town or stay on-board and conclude your tour in the main shopping district.

Meeting point & pickup

Meeting point

  • Woodes Rodgers Walk

    Exit your ship out of the port gate to the right. Cross the street to the left in front of the water fountain next to the pink and white Tourism Police Station Building. Staff will be wearing bright orange shirts holding a sign that displays the name "Tyrone Wilson's Nassau Shore Excursion'.

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Pickup

Pickup offered, or meet at the start point

Pickup starts about 30 min before departure.

We provide complimentary pick up and drop off service to all major resorts including the Prince George Wharf. Please note that we do not provide transportation from Airbnbs, Apartment or Private Residential Homes.

Pickup locations

End point

  • Woodes Rodgers Walk

    Exit your ship out of the port gate to the right. Cross the street to the left in front of the water fountain next to the pink and white Tourism Police Station Building. Staff will be wearing bright orange shirts holding a sign that displays the name "Tyrone Wilson's Nassau Shore Excursion'.

    Open in Google Maps for Woodes Rodgers Walk (opens in a new tab)

Some place names: Google Maps

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Full refund 1 day or more before the start
  • No refund less than 1 day before the start

This tour may be canceled for poor weather.

This tour may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers is not met.

Additional info & accessibility

Good to know

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Infant: ages 2–4
  • Child: ages 5–12
  • Adult: ages 13–99
  • Each booking needs at least one adult
  • Bookings for 1–14 travelers
  • Ticket: mobile or paper ticket accepted

Accessibility

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels