Most visitors walk around Paradise Island's most densely developed sections and hire a taxi for the occasional longer haul. The most popular way to reach nearby Nassau is to walk across the toll bridge. There is no charge for pedestrians.
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The 685 acre island is connected to the island of New Providence by two bridges that go across the Nassau Harbor, which were designed by HNTB. The 36 feet wide and 1,560 feet long roadway carries two lanes of traffic and consists of 15 concrete spans and 3 high elevation main channel spans.
Paradise Island is fairly walkable and safe to do so. You can easily walk to places like Green Parrot, Margaritaville, Marina Village, and the water ferry to downtown Nassau.
Taxis. Taxis are located outside the hotels and may also be hired by the hour. From the Nassau airport taxi rates are approximately $32 to downtown Nassau, $22 to Cable Beach and $38 to Paradise Island—plus the bridge toll.
A visit to the paradise island of Atlantis is a great experience for everyone, but not for your wallet! Generally, a couple may expect to pay between $525 and $825 per day, totaling around $4,725 per week. Similarly, a family of four usually spends between $900 and $1,700 daily – an average weekly cost of $9,100.
All visitors will require a passport to enter the country, and upon arriving in Nassau Paradise Island, everyone must fill out an immigration form and complete an oral baggage declaration.
Swim only within the areas marked by buoys in Paradise Lagoon and the ocean. Participation in watersports activities beyond the buoyed areas requires the use of a life vest. 6. Diving and running within pool areas is strictly prohibited.
South African resort developer Sol Kerzner bought the Resorts International property from Merv Griffin in 1994 and transformed the land into Atlantis, which has been one of The Bahamas' major success stories and employers for many years. Paradise Island continues to evolve with many celebrities calling it home.
Paradise Island is known for powder soft beaches and crystal clear, turquoise water, great for diving and snorkeling. Visitors can try their luck at the Atlantis Casino and dine “around the world” at celebrity chef restaurants. Spend the day at Aquaventure Water Park or swim with dolphins at Dolphin Cay.