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Freeport — Grand Bahama Island

Diving, nature trails, and a city vibe just minutes from Florida.

Make it your kind of trip

Grand Bahama Island is 96 miles long and 17 miles wide.

Freeport is home to one of the largest man-made harbors in the world.

U.S. currency is accepted in Freeport and is interchangeable with the Bahamian dollar.

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Overview

Best for
Divers, Families, Shoppers, Day trippers from Miami
The feel
Shopping, Diving, Eco, Family, Accessible

Highlights from the catalog

  • Lucayan National Park
  • Gold Rock Beach
  • Port Lucaya Marketplace
  • Peterson Cay National Park
  • Tiger Beach shark diving
  • UNEXSO Dolphin Experience
Best time to visit
Year-round daytime temperatures in Freeport range from 68 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, with nighttime temperatures ranging from 62 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Island highlights

  • Gold Rock Beach – Secluded Beach in Lucayan National Park

    Gold Rock Beach is located 25 miles from Freeport within Lucayan National Park and is often referred to as 'The Welcome Mat of Freeport.' It is known for a secluded, low-tide experience.

  • Lucayan National Park – Underwater Cave System

    Lucayan National Park is a 40-acre national park that contains one of the largest underwater cave systems in the world.

  • Second-Highest Native Bird Species Count in The Bahamas

    Of all 700 islands and cays in The Bahamas, Freeport has the second-highest number of native bird species.

  • Freeport's Early Historical Claimants

    The Siboney Indians, the Lucayans, the Spanish, and the British have all historically claimed Freeport as their own, and it served as a key marketplace for the British and Confederates during the American Civil War.

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Practical notes

U.S. and Canadian residents entering Freeport require proof of citizenship in the form of a passport. U.S. citizens and foreign nationals returning to the U.S. from The Bahamas must present a valid passport or another secure document accepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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Things to do

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    Pinetree Stables

    A Grand Bahama horseback-riding experience through pine forest, coppice, dunes and a secluded beach, ending with a ride into the sea.

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    Sanctuary Bay

    A nine-acre natural lagoon in Freeport offering guided dolphin encounters, wildlife visits, snorkeling and glass-bottom boat trips.

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    Tours with Hida

    Private, customized Grand Bahama tours led by a multilingual local guide, from Freeport highlights to East End nature trips.

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    GB Nature Tours

    A Freeport eco-tour operator offering guided kayaking, snorkeling and nature experiences around Grand Bahama's parks, reefs and mangroves.

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    Grand Bahama Scuba

    A veteran Freeport dive operator running small-group reef, wall and specialty dives from Ocean Reef Yacht Club.

  • Beach · Freeport — Grand Bahama Island

    Paradise Cove

    A west Grand Bahama beach and snorkeling base with shore access to Deadman's Reef, equipment rentals, food and guided options.

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    Pirate's Cove

    Beachside zip lines and water play at Taino Beach, Freeport.

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    Bahamas Adventures

    A Taino Beach day-club operator offering beach access, loungers, water activities and optional transport, food and drink packages.

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    Port Lucaya

    Freeport's waterfront market village for shopping, food and live music.

Self-guided tours here: Grand Bahama Nature, Culture & Landmark Guided Tour

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Getting around

Arriving by air: Grand Bahama International (FPO), Freeport. Compare flights

Domestic flights and ferries connect Nassau with many of the Out Islands. Schedules vary by day and season.

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