NASSAU
Nassau, the capital of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, is a city on New Providence Island and a Disney Cruise Line Bahamian Cruise port of call. Guests will experience Old World colonial charm and island recreation at this important commercial and cultural center in the tropics.
Nassau has long stood as a harbor of immense appeal to tourists seeking its agreeable climate, natural beauty, world-class leisure and scintillating nightlife. Its proximity to the United States—just 180 miles off the coast of Miami, Florida—has also helped secure its status as a popular holiday resort.
Things to See and Do
Upon your visit, you and your family will experience all the pleasures that have made this Bahamian getaway so well-loved and well-frequented. Nassau boasts outstanding shops, exciting casinos and breathtaking beaches where you can spend a glorious afternoon sunbathing, swimming and relaxing on the soft sands.
In Nassau's famed Old Town, find the city's Parliament Building, painted an interesting pink and helmed by a statue of Queen Victoria—a remnant and reminder of the island's British colonial past. A tour around the island—paid or self-guided—will reveal interesting old forts to explore, including the historic Fort Fincastle.
Local Culture and Flavor
After you've gotten a taste of Nassau's old history through its landmarks, you can immerse yourself in the local culture that has grown up around colonial roots and island influences by shopping for souvenirs and handicrafts on historic Bay Street. Quirky boutiques and jewelry stores line this commercial center, with jaw-dropping bargains to boot.
When you've worked up an appetite, real Bahamian fare is readily available at numerous restaurants to be found around the sites most visited by adventurous tourists. Fresh lobster and other seafood dishes distinguish the local cuisine.
Past and Present
The history that has shaped present-day Nassau is endlessly intriguing. In the 17th century, pirates—including the infamous Blackbeard—dominated the territory, before civilization was restored in the 1700s and Nassau began to prosper.
Unique charms and quirky architecture can be observed around the island—relics of vibrant eras come and gone. Today you'll find much of Nassau's past preserved in Old Town, with its colorful structures in Caribbean style and curiously abandoned buildings. The modern age, however, has seen much of the tourism concentrate on the coast, where the beaches teem with excited vacationers and water-sport enthusiasts.
If what you seek is the simplest and purest of tropical pleasures while staying in the Bahamas, Nassau is a divine destination choice.
Travel Information
Each city visited by the Disney Cruise Line Bahamian Cruises is distinctive, with particular local customs, currency, language and systems of transportation. We offer these helpful tips for traveling in Nassau with your family.
Language
English is the national language of Nassau, though often with British or Bahamian intonations.
How to Pay
Though legal tender is the Bahamian dollar, U.S. currency is also accepted throughout Nassau, as are credit cards and travelers' checks.
How to Get Around
There are a number of transportation options available for visitors to Nassau.
Taxis: Taxis are readily available around hotels and casinos. Though most are metered, it's more likely that drivers will settle the fare with you individually. Make sure to agree to an amount before you begin your ride.
Buses: "Jitneys" are minivans that cost a dollar per ride, and operate as the closest thing to a bus system in Nassau.
Car Rentals: Though a number of major U.S. car rental agencies operate in Nassau, be wary that you must drive on the left-hand side of the road (as they do in Great Britain), and expect to encounter the occasional roundabout.
Nassau Safety
Nassau is a resort destination and considered very safe, but Disney Cruise Line Guests are always advised to follow safety precautions to protect valuables. Please follow these tips to help ensure that you have a fun and safe vacation.
Nassau has long stood as a harbor of immense appeal to tourists seeking its agreeable climate, natural beauty, world-class leisure and scintillating nightlife. Its proximity to the United States—just 180 miles off the coast of Miami, Florida—has also helped secure its status as a popular holiday resort.
Things to See and Do
Upon your visit, you and your family will experience all the pleasures that have made this Bahamian getaway so well-loved and well-frequented. Nassau boasts outstanding shops, exciting casinos and breathtaking beaches where you can spend a glorious afternoon sunbathing, swimming and relaxing on the soft sands.
In Nassau's famed Old Town, find the city's Parliament Building, painted an interesting pink and helmed by a statue of Queen Victoria—a remnant and reminder of the island's British colonial past. A tour around the island—paid or self-guided—will reveal interesting old forts to explore, including the historic Fort Fincastle.
Local Culture and Flavor
After you've gotten a taste of Nassau's old history through its landmarks, you can immerse yourself in the local culture that has grown up around colonial roots and island influences by shopping for souvenirs and handicrafts on historic Bay Street. Quirky boutiques and jewelry stores line this commercial center, with jaw-dropping bargains to boot.
When you've worked up an appetite, real Bahamian fare is readily available at numerous restaurants to be found around the sites most visited by adventurous tourists. Fresh lobster and other seafood dishes distinguish the local cuisine.
Past and Present
The history that has shaped present-day Nassau is endlessly intriguing. In the 17th century, pirates—including the infamous Blackbeard—dominated the territory, before civilization was restored in the 1700s and Nassau began to prosper.
Unique charms and quirky architecture can be observed around the island—relics of vibrant eras come and gone. Today you'll find much of Nassau's past preserved in Old Town, with its colorful structures in Caribbean style and curiously abandoned buildings. The modern age, however, has seen much of the tourism concentrate on the coast, where the beaches teem with excited vacationers and water-sport enthusiasts.
If what you seek is the simplest and purest of tropical pleasures while staying in the Bahamas, Nassau is a divine destination choice.
Travel Information
Each city visited by the Disney Cruise Line Bahamian Cruises is distinctive, with particular local customs, currency, language and systems of transportation. We offer these helpful tips for traveling in Nassau with your family.
Language
English is the national language of Nassau, though often with British or Bahamian intonations.
How to Pay
Though legal tender is the Bahamian dollar, U.S. currency is also accepted throughout Nassau, as are credit cards and travelers' checks.
How to Get Around
There are a number of transportation options available for visitors to Nassau.
Taxis: Taxis are readily available around hotels and casinos. Though most are metered, it's more likely that drivers will settle the fare with you individually. Make sure to agree to an amount before you begin your ride.
Buses: "Jitneys" are minivans that cost a dollar per ride, and operate as the closest thing to a bus system in Nassau.
Car Rentals: Though a number of major U.S. car rental agencies operate in Nassau, be wary that you must drive on the left-hand side of the road (as they do in Great Britain), and expect to encounter the occasional roundabout.
Nassau Safety
Nassau is a resort destination and considered very safe, but Disney Cruise Line Guests are always advised to follow safety precautions to protect valuables. Please follow these tips to help ensure that you have a fun and safe vacation.
- Busy tourist areas and outdoor festivals are favorite locations for pick-pockets. Always be conscious of your personal belongings and surroundings.
- It is a good practice to keep your wallet in your front pocket and any bags securely zipped.
