Title: Visit Bahamas: Best of Bahamas Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Bahamas Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bahamas.d13.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Bahamas](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bahamas.d13.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Bahamas Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bahamas.d13.Flight-Destinations)[Bahamas Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bahamas.d13.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Bahamas Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Bahamas.d13.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bahamas ## Travel Guide ![Cabbage Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55501-Bahamas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Miami Beach which includes a beach and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/47000/47991-Miami-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taino Beach which includes a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110460-Freeport-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cable Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55497-Cable-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bahamas showing colourful reefs and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110832-Bahamas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Zip down waterslides at amusement parks, explore peaceful trails leading through lush gardens and relax on golden-sand beaches in this large island chain. The Bahamas are a well-known tourist hub and cruise-ship destination comprising more than 700 islands in the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of Florida. Relax in a serene oceanfront spa, sip cocktails from a beach sun lounger, enjoy a helicopter tour of the capital city and take the whole family to a recreated pirate ship. From Ernest Hemingway’s favorite retreat, Bimini, to the rolling hills of Cat Island, the Bahamian islands are as diverse as the residents who live here. While the islands have a long colonial history and still retain ties to Great Britain as a Commonwealth nation, The Bahamas has enjoyed independence since 1973. On the island of New Providence is the largest city, Nassau, which welcomes tourists with its attractive harbor and lively atmosphere. Visit the Pirates of Nassau attraction to see exhibits on the area’s pirate past and watch animatronic pirates sail the open ocean. Families will also enjoy strolling through the Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center where you can spot creatures such as lemurs, jaguars and pink flamingos. Outside of Nassau there are plenty of less-crowded vacation spots. Head to the island of Grand Bahama to explore its luscious botanical gardens, the Garden of the Groves. Stop by the Perfume Factory to find out what ingredients are used to create local fragrances. Find family activities in The Bahamas for all ages. Chief among The Bahamas’ kid-friendly attractions is Aquaventure Waterpark on Paradise Island. From a mock Mayan temple to waterslides barreling through caves, this attraction provides hours of fun. Getting to The Bahamas is no trouble at all, as there are about 57 airports throughout the islands and three dedicated international ones in Nassau, Grand Bahama Island and the Exumas. Once on the islands, rent a bicycle or motor scooter to zip around town with ease. Bus services are available on Nassau and Grand Bahama Island. Island-hop using a fast ferry service that provides high-speed transportation through the Atlantic. The Bahamas offer a taste of tropical island life not far from the U.S. mainland. ### Popular cities in Bahamas [NassauKnown for Beaches, Islands and Excursions](https://expedia.ca/Nassau.dx601784) Swim in turquoise water and sunbathe on white sand at the capital city of the Bahamas. Learn about the fascinating history that lies beyond the beaches. ## Reasons to visit - Cable Beach - Junkanoo Beach - National Art Gallery of the Bahamas [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Nassau.dx601784)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Nassau-Hotels.d601784.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [FreeportKnown for Beaches, Dining and Shopping](https://expedia.ca/Freeport.dx602484) ## Reasons to visit - Port Lucaya Marketplace - Lucaya Beach - Taino Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Freeport.dx602484)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Freeport-Hotels.d602484.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Paradise IslandKnown for Beaches, Islands and Excursions](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Island.dx2793) Best known as the site of the Atlantis resort, this flashy island is a haven for visitors seeking good times and beautiful beaches. ## Reasons to visit - Aquaventure - Versailles Gardens [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Island.dx2793)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Paradise-Island-Hotels.d2793.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Dunmore TownKnown for Beaches, Islands and Ports](https://expedia.ca/Dunmore-Town.dx10410) ## Reasons to visit - Pink Sand Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Dunmore-Town.dx10410)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Dunmore-Town-Hotels.d10410.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [George TownKnown for Beaches, Sea and Boating](https://expedia.ca/George-Town.dx1317) ## Reasons to visit - Palm Bay Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/George-Town.dx1317)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels.d1317.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Alice TownKnown for Islands, Beaches and Marinas](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Town.dx11602) [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Town.dx11602)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Alice-Town-Hotels.d11602.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Popular places to visit ![National Art Gallery of the Bahamas which includes art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55542-National-Art-Gallery-Of-The-Bahamas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Art Gallery of the Bahamas Discover the traditional art of the Bahamas alongside significant colonial pieces at this fascinating gallery. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Art-Gallery-Of-The-Bahamas-Downtown-Nassau.d501989.Vacation-Attraction) ![Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/469000/469990-Deans-Blue-Hole.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/469000/469990-Deans-Blue-Hole.jpg) #### Dean's Blue Hole Come see the world's second-deepest blue hole, one of the best places in the world to give freediving a go. [](https://expedia.ca/Deans-Blue-Hole-Clarence-Town.d6218760.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fort Fincastle featuring a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/55000/55560-Fort-Fincastle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fort Fincastle Overlooking the city of Nassau, these historic ruins were once responsible for protecting the city from invading forces. [](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Fincastle-Downtown-Nassau.d501987.Vacation-Attraction) ## Regions in Bahamas ![Exuma](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/469000/469976-Exuma.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Exuma From swimming with huge pigs to seeing the tiny cays of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie series, there’s a lot that is great (and little!) about this island chain. [](https://expedia.ca/Exuma.dx6247365) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Bahamas ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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