Junkanoo Beach, also known as Western Esplande Beach, is located a 15-minute walk away from the Nassau Bahamas Cruise Terminal. Enjoy plenty of sun, sand, food, drinks, and water play with a view of the cruise ships nearby.
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If you have never been to Nassau and want something free to do, your best bet is to get off the ship for a few hours and explore Downtown Nassau! Sure, you can book a walking tour through your cruise line, but most of the sites are easily accessible on your own and just 5-10 minutes from the cruise pier.
Nassau's Cable Beach is free to access. If you're planning to use a beach chair, grab some food, or borrow some water-sports equipment, there will be an associated charge.
While there are a number of things to do like chilling at the beaches, exploring Nassau's historical sites, renting a jet-ski or visiting the Atlantis Resort, you can have a great day just walking around the port area on your own, without an excursion.
You absolutely do not have to do shore excursions on a cruise. You are free to come and go at will from most cruise ships while they are in ports of call. Shore excursions are simply one means to explore the areas visited by the ship and to participate in available activities off the ship.
There are several minibuses, also known as jitneys, that will take you around Nassau. Head to Bay Street or Charlotte Street to find a jitney. Fares are typically B$1.25 but can cost up to B$3 if you head to a different zone.
Either hike over the bridge from Nassau, ride the ferry from Nassau to Paradise Island, or take a taxi. Board the ferry from Paradise Island to Blue Lagoon Island, which passes through Nassau's historic harbor and provides great views of Nassau's shores as well as the islands nearby.
If you want to see more of what this beautiful tropical oasis has to offer and fully discover its culture, cuisine, and character, then a cruise truly is the best way to travel The Bahamas. Of course, cruising to The Bahamas is also a vacation for your budget.
There is an opportunity to snorkel and enjoy the marine life, experience The Bahamas through lunch at Romora Bay, tour Harbour Island and climax the day by enjoying the world famous pink sand beach before returning home!
Nassau's Paradise Island, as seen from above, is a popular tourist destination in The Bahamas. Photo by Tokar. Renowned for its pristine beaches, blue waters, and glowing hospitality, The Bahamas is a sought after destination for millions of tourists each year, particularly American citizens.
EXUMA, BAHAMASExuma is an archipelago of 365 islands surrounded by sapphire blue water. The most famous of the beaches is Pig Beach where you can swim with the wild pigs that inhabit the island. You can also pet a stingray while there or just snorkel in the gorgeously clear water.