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Public Question Asked by prettiemonkey22 about Nassau
Which tourist attractions are a must visit in Nassau and Paradise Island? Where can I get a map to see these places?
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Answered by Carla F. Moss-Fitzgerald , Nassau, The Bahamas
There are many things to do and see while you are vacationing in our little piece of Paradise. There is excellent snorkeling here in Nassau, swimming with the dolphins is awesome too. They have booze cruises (legal drinking age here is 18), and other water-sports like parasailing, banana-boat rides and jet skis that you may be interested in as well.
• My recommendations include:
Atlantis, Paradise Island. I don't know if you are interested in gambling at the casino, but the Salt Water Aquarium is 'out of this world'.
• The Fish Fry is located at Arawak Cay (pronounced KEY); where you can sample local cuisine -including conch (pronounce KONK), snapper and grouper.
• If you are interested in animals, you can swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Encounter, see our national bird - the flamingo Ardastra Gardens and Zoo, ride horses on the beach at Happy Trails Stables, or go bird watching at Harrold & Wilson Ponds
There are often other activities that vary by season. I've listed a couple websites that you may be interested in.
http://fishfrynassau.com/index.php
http://www.islandworldadventures.com/
http://www.powerboatadventures.com/
http://www.nassauparadiseisland.com/what-to-do/island-culture/bahamian-culture/
www.dolphinencounters.com
www.stuartcove.com/
http://www.bahamas-travel.info/atlantis/marina-village.html
Tourist Maps are available at all ports of entry into the country, and at any of the locations listed.
I hope you enjoy your visit!
Answered by MARKK CARTWRIGHT , Cartwright, The Bahamas
tourit attractions there are forts pompeys musceum and culture on nassau besides the other tours and paradise island the closisters besides the atlantis all maps u get at all ports of entry
Answered by Niquita Barr , Nassau, The Bahamas
Hi!
You can find maps at the International Bazaar. This is at the back of Bay Street/ Main Street where the cruise ships are docked. A must visit? Well that depends on what you like.
If you like history and want to learn about The Bahamas from that point of view you can check out the Fort Charlotte, The Queen's Staircase, Fort FinCastle, Fort Montagu or The Cloisters.
If you are looking for fun.... You can go to Blue Lagoon. Here you can swim with the dolphins, seals and its a real good time. Or you can go to Atlantis (you need a pass for this if you're not staying at the hotel.)
If you want some good food and fun you can go to the Fish Fry. I promise you it's great.
I hope that helps you out a bit. Enjoy your visit.
Answered by Naaman Forbes , Georgetown, The Bahamas
Well Atlantis is just amazing. You can also swim with the dolphins,visit the old Forts, Queens staircase and water tower. You can also visit Adastra Gardens and Darold Miller at the Fish Fry the entertainment and the host is great.
Answered by Rashad Penn aka lilnassau , Nassau, The Bahamas
Strap you hiking boots on because Nassau alone is a very historic place. Within the city of Nassau, you have the parliament buildings
Sir Milo Butler Statue and Queen Victoria Statue
Fort Fincastle
The Queen's Staircase
The Water Tower
Fort Charlolette
Fort Montagu
The Caves
Sacred Spaces Blake Road and Clifton Pier
Historic Slave Plantation
The Public Library, which was a Jail in the 17th century
Balcony House the oldest building in Nassau
Pompey Museum aka Vendue House
The Straw Market and the list goes on for Nassau
Paradise island
Atlantis ofcourse, you can take an aquarium tour or enjoy the water park
The Versaillies Gardens and Cloisters a 18th century structure that was brought to paradise island complete with interesting statues
You can find maps at any tourist booth, store or along the sidewalk in newspaper bins, they are all free
You can find out more about attractions and things to do at www.lilnassau.com
Comment by Travis strachan from City of Nassau, The Bahamas
Well, a must see we have so much to offer at different months but over on Paradise Island the Atlantis it self is a must see,and in Nassau you have things like the four forts that use to protect the island the queen staircase,and most of all the underwater adventures!!
Apr 13, 2009