Nassau, The Bahamas

Cruise Port

Nassau

Capital and largest city of The Bahamas.

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Overview

Nassau is a cruise port in The Bahamas. It lies on the coast at approximately 25.078, -77.339.

About Nassau

Nassau is the capital and largest city of the Bahamas. It is on the island of New Providence, which has a population of 296,522, 74.26% of the country’s total population. Nassau is commonly defined as a primate city, dwarfing all other towns in the country. It is the centre of commerce, education, law, administration, and media of the country.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Nassau — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Nassau

Nassau, Bahamas aerial view
Nassau, Bahamas aerial view
Nassau Terminal Royal Place
Nassau Terminal Royal Place
Fort Charlotte, Nassau walls
Fort Charlotte, Nassau walls
Parlament Park Nassau
Parlament Park Nassau

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 31°C in Jul and coolest around 25°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
25°
21°
Feb
26°
22°
Mar
27°
22°
Apr
27°
23°
May
28°
24°
Jun
29°
25°
Jul
31°
27°
Aug
31°
27°
Sep
31°
27°
Oct
29°
25°
Nov
27°
24°
Dec
26°
22°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Nassau the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Nassau, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →