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Stone arches of The Cloisters on Paradise Island, with sunlight between the columns.
The Cloisters, Paradise Island

Paradise Island

Atlantis, white-sand beaches, and resort island energy a short bridge from Nassau.

Make it your kind of trip

Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas, is located on New Providence Island.

Nassau stretches over 21 miles and has a population of approximately 296,732.

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Overview

Best for
First timers, Families, Couples, Groups
The feel
Urban, Family, Nightlife, Culture, Luxury, Beach

Highlights from the catalog

  • Atlantis Resort
  • Queen's Staircase
  • Fish Fry at Arawak Cay
  • Baha Mar
  • Fort Fincastle
  • National Art Gallery
  • Cable Beach
  • Cabbage Beach
Best time to visit
Nassau/Paradise Island daytime temperatures range from 68 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, with nighttime temperatures between 62 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Island highlights

  • Ardastra Gardens: The Only Zoo in The Bahamas

    Ardastra Gardens, Zoo & Conservation Center is the only zoo in The Bahamas and is home to Caribbean flamingos, peafowls, Lory parrots, native iguanas, and Madagascar lemurs.

  • Nassau/Paradise Island Beaches: Six Named Beaches

    Nassau/Paradise Island's beaches include Cable Beach, Montagu Beach, Paradise Beach, Sandyport Beach, Western Esplanade, and Junkanoo Beach.

  • Versailles Gardens: European-Style Gardens on Paradise Island

    Versailles Gardens on Paradise Island are European-style gardens featuring statues and views of Nassau Harbour, described as a peaceful escape.

  • Festival Place: Local Crafts and Artisan Market

    Festival Place is a colorful market in Nassau where Bahamian artists and artisans sell handmade crafts, souvenirs, and sweet treats.

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Practical notes

U.S. residents must present proof of citizenship in the form of a passport to enter The Bahamas. All U.S. citizens and foreign nationals traveling from The Bahamas to the United States must also present a valid passport or another secure document accepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Paradise Island on the map

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Things to do

All things to do on Paradise Island

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Island Time Charters

    A small Nassau private-boat operator offering customized snorkeling, fishing, island-hopping and beach trips.

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Bahamas Catamarans

    A Nassau-based private catamaran operator offering single-day and multi-day crewed sailing charters across Nassau, the Exumas and Eleuthera.

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Party Cat Cruises

    A Nassau catamaran operator offering snorkeling, turtle encounters, beach stops, sunset cruises and private charters.

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Rose Island

    An undeveloped cay east of Nassau reached by boat for beach time, snorkeling and organized day excursions.

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Island Escapes

    A Nassau boat-tour operator offering swimming-pigs trips, snorkeling, island excursions and private charters.

  • Culture · Paradise Island

    Parliament Square

    Downtown Nassau's pastel-pink colonial square on Bay Street.

  • Activity · Paradise Island

    Bahamas Outdoors

    A Nassau-based nature-tour operator offering private birding, ecology, gentle walking and off-road cycling experiences on New Providence and selected Family…

  • Water Activity · Paradise Island

    Stuart Cove's

    A full-service Coral Harbour dive operator offering reef, wall, wreck, shark and snorkeling adventures from New Providence.

  • Beach · Paradise Island

    Cable Beach

    A long white-sand beach west of downtown Nassau, lined with major resorts and water-based activities.

Self-guided tours here: Downtown Nassau to Paradise Island Ride · Downtown Nassau to Paradise Island Walk · Nassau / New Providence Historic & Landmark Guided Tour · Paradise Island Resort, Beach & Landmark Guided Tour

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Where to stay

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Food

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Getting around

Arriving by air: Lynden Pindling International (NAS), Nassau. Compare flights

Walk the downtown core. Taxis and jitneys (local buses) run in Nassau, and Paradise Island is across the bridge.

Traffic drives on the left.

Getting around The Bahamas

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What is the best way to get around Nassau / New Providence?

Common options include taxis, hotel shuttles, rental cars, private drivers, tours, and public jitney buses. Bahamas tourism guidance notes that jitneys operate on major islands including Nassau/Paradise Island, generally from early morning until early evening, with exact change required. Baha Buddy should match transport advice to the traveller's location, budget, time of day, and safety needs.

What transportation options are available from Lynden Pindling International Airport?

Travellers arriving at NAS can generally use licensed taxis, pre-arranged hotel transfers, private drivers, rental cars, and tour/transport operators. Baha Buddy should recommend using licensed operators, confirming the fare before departure where applicable, and arranging transport in advance for late-night arrivals, families, or large luggage groups.

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