New Providence/Nassau & Paradise Island
(80 sq. miles / population 212,432)
   
     

It all happens in the capital city of Nassau on New Providence Island. This bustling city, the business and cultural hub of The Bahamas, is the place to explore Bahamian history, museums, galleries, shopping and international boutiques, great food and one-of-a-kind cultural activities such as the colourful and energy-infused Junkanoo Festival.

Resort areas are found to the west of Nassau – Cable Beach – and to the north – Paradise Island. Paradise Island is known for its fabulous resorts, including the world famous Atlantis, beautiful beaches and championship golf course.

 

ADDITIONAL INTERACTIVE MAPS
New Providence Road Map
Nassau Commercial Road Map
Nassau Downtown Road Map
Paradise Island Road Map
Cable Beach Road Map

ATTRACTIONS: beaches, eco-tours, colonial architecture, casinos, museums & galleries, Pirates of Nassau Museum, restaurants

ACTIVITIES: diving & snorkeling, fishing, boating, parasailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, golf, tennis, horseback riding, kayaking, canoeing, birding, fish fry at Arawak Cay, horse-drawn carriage tours

SIGHTS: Ardastra Gardens, Fort Charlotte, Nassau Botanical Gardens, Versailles Gardens, the Cloisters, Government House, Water Tower, Queen’s Staircase

 
 
     
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