Top Nassau activities
Explore by category
Top Nassau landmarks
Top Nassau landmarks
Top Nassau landmark tickets
Nearby to Paradise Island
Beyond Nassau
Tours in nearby places
Tours in similar places
Nassau trip ideas
Choose dates
Close
Paradise Island
Paradise Island
The Basics
Located off the shore of the Bahamas’ capital city Nassau—and connected to the city via two bridges—Paradise Island is 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers) of fun in the sun. The island is home to several major resort hotels, including Atlantis, which attracts visitors from all over to its Aquaventure Water Park, where visitors can ride a clear-sided waterslide that travels through a shark-infested lagoon.
The island also has several excellent beaches, with powder-soft sand and clear water. Paradise Beach is one of the most famous, while Snorkeler’s Cove is popular with tourists looking to explore underwater. Visitors can set off on an island tour from Paradise Island to explore some of the deserted cays that dot the ocean nearby.
Bahamian Tour
Today my family and I took a tour! What an amazing day we had! Very informative, fun, and real! People may deter you from exploring the beautiful island! I say go ahead and book with this company, Nicky was amazing, caring, funny, and real! I appreciate you so much! Thanks for giving us the Bahamian experience!
Wanda
Lawanda_P, Apr 2024
Things to Know Before You Go
Day passes to Aquaventure at Atlantis are available to Bahamian residents and guests staying at selected partner hotels.
Snorkel gear can be rented from water sports shops on the island.
There are many bars, restaurants, and cafes to choose from.
Paradise Island has two casinos open to anyone aged 18 or over.
How to Get There
Paradise Island is located off the coast of Nassau, the Bahamas’ main city. Ferries depart several times daily from Nassau. Alternatively, you can walk across the bridge from the city or take a taxi. If traveling by car, paid parking is available at a number of the hotels.
When to Get There
High season in the Bahamas runs from November to mid-April. This is when the islands are at their busiest, and the weather at its best. Daily temperatures hover around 85°F (30°C) at this time of year. Hurricane season starts in July and runs through the end of October, when heavy rain and strong winds are possible.
Exploring the Cays
The Bahamas consists of more than 700 small islands, many of which are uninhabited. Be a castaway for a day with a trip exploring some of these deserted cays, where iguanas and sea birds are your only company. Hop on a stand-up paddleboard or join a guided island boat tour and enjoy these tropical outposts’ unspoiled beauty. There’s a lot to see underwater too, so pack your snorkel mask and fins.
EN
7b161535-5a76-4b8a-b792-b9e80ed0d2e3
attraction_detail_overview
- Things to do in New Providence Island
- Things to do in Freeport
- Things to do in Miami
- Things to do in Fort Lauderdale
- Things to do in Boca Raton
- Things to do in West Palm Beach
- Things to do in Everglades National Park
- Things to do in Key West
- Things to do in Naples
- Things to do in Cocoa Beach
- Things to do in Fort Myers
- Things to do in Cape Canaveral
- Things to do in Sarasota
- Things to do in Grand Bahama Island
- Things to do in Florida
- Atlantis, Paradise Island
- Aquaventure at Atlantis Paradise Island
- Marine Habitat at Atlantis
- Nassau Cruise Port
- Queen's Staircase
- Parliament Square
- Fort Fincastle
- Nassau Public Library & Museum
- Straw Market
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Pirates of Nassau
- Government House
- Heritage Museum of the Bahamas
- Junkanoo Expo Museum
- Fort Charlotte