Best Islands to Visit near The Bahamas

"Paradise Island, formerly known as Hog Island, is home to the massive Atlantis Resort and other numerous resort complexes, a golf course, and many private homes. This long cay that runs parallel to the northern part of New Providence is linked to the mainland by a set of two bridges and forms the Nassau Harbor. At the western tip of the island is the Hog Island Lighthouse that was built in 1817 and marks the harbor’s entrance."

"The smaller sister to New Providence Island, Paradise Island sits just off the coast of Nassau. Connected by two road bridges that soar into the Nassau skyline, Paradise island is easily reached by road or boat (frequent boat taxi service departs from downtown waterfront). Paradise Island is the where you go for fun, excitement and family adventure."

"Formerly called Hog Island, Paradise Island is a tourist hot spot. It's home to the massive Atlantis resort, as well as numerous other hotels, private homes, gorgeous beaches, and a golf course. No wonder cruise ship visitors make a beeline for this buzzing hub."

"Rose Island is considered one of the “Out Islands” in The Bahamas, which basically means that it is located a boat ride away from New Providence/Nassau. Rose Island is loved by visitors and locals alike for the peace and serenity to be found there which serves as the perfect opportunity to be away from it all. Rose Island makes the perfect day trip for couples, and there are tours you can sign up for which include lunch and a welcome drink (there’s also a beach bar)."

"Rose Island is an idyllic private getaway off the coast of Nassau. Home to a coral reef and a lone beach bar, this tiny, tropical islet offers an exclusive setting for snorkeling and sunbathing on an 11-mile (18-kilometer) stretch of uninhabited, privately owned Bahamian beach.More"

"Displaying mesmerizing turquoise waters, there is no doubt that this offers some of the top public beaches in Nassau Bahamas. An ideal stop for day trippers, this beautiful destination offers a host of activities, the most popular of which is snorkeling."

"offers a menu of delicious and authentic barbecued meats and comfort snacks. The restaurant on Paradise Island followed the opening of the Virgil’s on New York’s Times Square, and, like the one in the Big Apple, Nassau’s Virgil’s brings with it the authentic, succulent, barbecued cuisine of southern United States. The large restaurant features an imaginative design, seemingly inspired by wooden barrels: The structures behind the booth tables resemble barrel staves, whilst the metal hoops on the ceiling create original, quirky chandeliers."

"CURRENTLY CLOSED. Family-style dining is taken to new heights in this rustic and casual restaurant using a range of rubs and marinades all enhanced by hours of gentle smoking over hickory, oak and fruit woods. Reservations required. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 242-363-3000"

"Family-style dining is taken to new heights in this rustic and casual restaurant using a range of rubs and marinades all enhanced by hours of gentle smoking over hickory, oak and fruit woods. Enjoy a delicious dinner of Virgil's famous BBQ platters. Reservations required"

"Mosaic represents a fresh concept in custom-made casual cuisine. It’s a Mediterranean-influenced restaurant that presents guests with action cooking stations where dishes ranging from fresh fish to Churrasco are prepared on demand. Open for breakfast and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 242-363-3000"

"Mosaic represents a fresh concept in custom-made casual cuisine. It’s a Mediterranean-influenced restaurant that presents guests with action cooking stations where dishes ranging from fresh fish to Churrasco are prepared on demand. Open for breakfast and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 242-363-3000"

"Choose to dine indoors or outdoors on the covered deck while sipping on yummy cocktails. Made-to-order dishes are their specialty, including hickory smoked pork, baby-back, and beef ribs; grilled, barbecue, and rotisserie chicken; and tasty grilled conch."

"The Nassau Public Library and Museum is one of the top 5 libraries in the Bahamas. Originally constructed to serve as a colonial jail, the library dates back to the 18th century and still remains to be one of the most interesting historic buildings in the city. The library was also the first to be built at the Parliament Square."

"What started as a prison has now become a place where visitors can go for quiet time and a place to learn. The old prison cells are now used to house books, charts, artifacts, and more. When you explore the museum, you’ll also be able to find historic prints, newspapers, and even colonial documents."

"The view of Nassau is one of Fort Charlotte’s best attributes. While standing on top of the imposing limestone structure, overlooking the waterless moat, dungeons, and draw-bridge, you can also watch cruise ships enter the harbor and imagine a time when pirate ships filled with looted gold or colonial vessels with Africans as cargo cruised in and out of the harbor. Fort Charlotte, which never fired a shot in battle, is the largest of the forts on the island."

"The largest of the three forts still on the island, Fort Charlotte was built by Lord Dunmore in 1789 to guard the western entrance to the harbor. Today, it offers a waterless moat, ramparts, canons, underground passages to dungeon rooms, and spectacular views of Paradise Island, the harbor and much of Nassau. Happily, the fort never fired a shot in battle."

"The largest fort in the Bahamas sits on a hill with views of Nassau, the harbor and Paradise Island. It has a moat, dungeons, underground passages and many cannon on 100 acres of land. The entrance fee is $5 for adults, $2 for children (under 12) and $3 for seniors."

"Located on Nassau’s eastern seaside—just off East Bay Street, overlooking Nassau Harbour and about a mile from the city center—Fort Montagu dates back to 1725, although the present fort was built between 1741-42 to defend the British possession from Spanish invaders. It’s more famously known, however, for being the site of the United States Marine Corps’ first military action, when in 1776, eight ships were sent to Fort Montagu to capture a large supply of gunpowder the British had stored there. (Although it turned out the gunpowder was elsewhere, The Bahamian militia retreated and Fort Montagu fell unopposed to the United States Marines."

"Places To VisitFortsNassau / New Providence Island area, Bahamas. Fort Montagu is a small fort of four cannon on the eastern shore of New Providence Island (Nassau) Bahamas. Peter Henry Bruce oversaw the…"