Nassau: City Sightseeing Tour with Rum Cake Tasting
6.6/10
6.6 out of 10Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Take a step back in time to see the view forts built to fend off famous Pirates
- Savor a local rum cake and have the opportunity to bring some home
- Hear tales of old and new of a rich colonial history from your guide
- Visit landmarks like the Government House, Fincastle, and much more
- Head to Paradise Island and visit the Atlantis resort
Activity location
- Nassau
- Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Your tour will depart from in front of the cruise pier terminal and your guide will walk you from Pier #2 to the busses waiting at the entrance/exit of the terminal. From your ship, depart the gangway and make your way to the entrance of pier #2. At the front entrance/exit of pier #2 (signs are very visible) will be your guide. The guide will be holding a white sign with blue letters that reads: "Discover Nassau Tour." We ask all guests to please plan to be at the designated departure location at least 15 minutes before departure time.
- Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
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Nassau Town and Atlantis Guided Tour
- 2h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Pickup and drop-off at the cruise ship dock
- Meet and greet at the pier
- Driver/guide with historical commentary
- Driver/guide with commentary on points of interest throughout
- Complimentary samples of rum cake
- Entrance fee into the actual fort at Fort Fincastle is an additional government surcharge of $3 USD
- In Atlantis only entrance to the photo ops, shopping, Casino, restaurants, bars and restroom facilities are accessible within your ticket price. A variety of options are available for purchase at the resort if guests choose to stay and make their own way back to the ship
What you can expect
Enjoy a fun-filled time as you explore Nassau and Atlantis with your driver/guide. Relax with a convenient pickup service and see landmarks like Fincastle, the Government House, Atlantis, and visit a rum cake factory.
Meet your friendly and knowledgeable local guides and depart the pier. Stop at the historic forts of Fincastle, a small fort shaped like a paddle-wheel steamer. At this location you will have time to explore the fort, the Queen Victoria Staircase, and enjoy some light shopping on your own and take pictures.
Gain beautiful views of the Government House (official residence of the Governor General of the Bahamas since 1801), the Governor’s Mansion, and Gregory’s Arch. This stone arch was named after Governor John Gregory who served around 1850.
Travel along Bay Street, the heart of Nassau’s shopping district, and home to the native Straw Market on the way to the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory. Once you arrive sample the namesake cake and choose from flavors like banana, cinnamon, and piña colada.
Head to Paradise Island, an island connected to New Providence by two bridges that cross Nassau Harbor. See the famous Hog Island lighthouse, constructed in 1817, at the western tip of the island.
The highlight of Paradise Island is the world famous Atlantis Resort. Visit a magnificent resort encompassing over 3,000 hotel rooms, 20 restaurants, a wide variety of stores, a 123-acre water park, beautiful beaches, and the largest casino in the Bahamas.
Your tour will make a short stop at Atlantis where you will have free time to explore the amazing lobby, casino, or the shops. After your free time, you will be driven back to your ship.
Location
Activity location
- Nassau
- Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Your tour will depart from in front of the cruise pier terminal and your guide will walk you from Pier #2 to the busses waiting at the entrance/exit of the terminal. From your ship, depart the gangway and make your way to the entrance of pier #2. At the front entrance/exit of pier #2 (signs are very visible) will be your guide. The guide will be holding a white sign with blue letters that reads: "Discover Nassau Tour." We ask all guests to please plan to be at the designated departure location at least 15 minutes before departure time.
- Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas