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Nassau, Bahamas

Pastel colonial streets, conch shacks and the easiest first stamp in your passport.

Nassau is the capital of The Bahamas, set on the island of New Providence. Cruise ships dock at Prince George Wharf, a short walk from Bay Street, the Straw Market and the 18th-century forts that overlook the harbour. Across the bridges lies Paradise Island with its resorts and beaches.

  • Junkanoo festival
  • Queen's Staircase
  • Conch salad
  • Paradise Island

What Nassau is known for

  • Queen's Staircase

    A limestone stairway carved by hand in the late 1700s that climbs to Fort Fincastle.

  • Straw Market

    Hand-woven baskets, hats and wood carvings on Bay Street.

  • Arawak Cay

    The 'Fish Fry' strip of colourful shacks serving conch fritters and cracked conch.

  • Paradise Island

    Resort island linked to Nassau by two bridges, famous for Cabbage Beach.

Quick facts

Country
The Bahamas
Island
New Providence
Currency
Bahamian dollar (1:1 with USD)
Language
English
Port type
Dock (Prince George Wharf)
Game route from Miami
about 198 nautical miles

Nassau in the game

Unlocks at Explorer Level 1. Arrive to collect the stamp, then pass four missions and gather all five souvenirs to become a Port Master.

  • Port Trivia

    Five questions about this destination.

  • Harbor Pilot

    Steer through ten gates. The closer to the centre of each, the more it scores.

  • Souvenir Match

    Flip cards and pair up local souvenirs.

  • Souvenir Hunt

    Spot the listed keepsakes hidden on the quay.

Souvenirs to collect

  • Queen conch shell
  • Straw market hat
  • Junkanoo cowbell
  • Pirate doubloon
  • Flamingo feather

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