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Nassau / Paradise Island
Bahamas

The Bahamas is an easy getaway from Miami — 3-hour flight or even a ferry. Crystal clear turquoise water, Atlantis resort, and a largely Black population make Nassau very welcoming for Black American travelers.

ROAM 4.6 ★ Beach
Best time
November-April (dry season), avoid hurricane season
Currency
BSD
Language
English
Mid-range / day
BSD 250

Safety for Black Travelers

Nassau is very tourist-friendly and the Bahamas has a predominantly Black population. Tourist areas like Cable Beach, Paradise Island (Atlantis), and downtown Nassau are safe. Some areas of Nassau require standard urban awareness.

Neighborhoods to Know

Paradise Island / Atlantis

Luxury resort, casino, beach

World-famous mega-resort with waterpark, casino, and beach access

Cable Beach

Beach, luxury hotels

Main hotel beach area — beautiful stretch of white sand

Downtown Nassau

Historic, shopping, local

British colonial architecture, straw market, local culture and history

Exuma / Out Islands

Remote, pristine, swimming pigs

Pig Beach and swimming pigs — unique Bahamas experience on Exuma island

Must-Visit Places

Atlantis Paradise Island

Nature · $

Iconic mega-resort with waterpark, casino, and aquarium — a world unto itself

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Cabbage Beach / Atlantis Beach

Nature · $

Stunning pink and white sand beach on Paradise Island

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Exuma (Swimming Pigs)

Nature · $

Famous swimming pigs of Pig Beach on Exuma — a surreal only-in-Bahamas experience

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Clifton Heritage National Park

Historic Site · $

Documents Lucayan, African, and British heritage of the Bahamas

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Nassau Straw Market

Market · $

Traditional Bahamian craft market — authentic handmade goods from local artisans

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Graycliff Restaurant

Restaurant · $

Nassau's finest dining in a historic 1740s mansion — cigar lounge and world wine cellar

Nassau / Paradise Island, New Providence

Visa

No visa required for US citizens (up to 90 days)

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