Nassau Paradise Island is renowned for its beautiful white-sand beaches but there's much more to explore beyond the destination's inviting shoreline.
Nassau was a coveted stop for some of the most legendary pirates throughout history and the interactive Pirates of Nassau Museum preserves those days of yore. Visitors will learn about the Golden Age of Piracy through a handful of fascinating exhibits that include a replica of Blackbeard's Queen Anne pirate ship.
Want to dive even deeper into Nassau Paradise Island's unique history and culture?
Islandz Tours will guide you through historic passageways and architectural treasures downtown as well as eye-popping galleries and street art. Travelers can choose from tours centered on art, culture, food and drinks and a whole lot more.
Visitors will also want to consider the Bites of Nassau Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour offered by Tru Bahamian Food Tours. The three-hour tour takes guests to a half-dozen authentic food-and-drink tastings at celebrated local restaurants and specialty food stores while revealing interesting insights into history and culture.
Animal lovers or families with young children can view an array of animals at the Ardastra Gardens and Zoo. The only zoo in the Bahamas, Ardastra offers visitors the chance to hand feed parrots as well as watch the destination's world-famous marching flamingos up close.
Craft beer connoisseurs will fall in love with Pirate Republic Brewing Company, the first and only craft brewery in the Bahamas. Located in Downtown Nassau, this special watering hole is serving up flavorful flagship brews such as the Island Pirate Ale IPA, Black Beer'd Stout and Captain Kidd's Kolsch along with a variety of seasonal specialties.
Visitors can also see how the beer is brewed and bottled on one of two daily tours through the 125-year-old historic warehouse site.
For more delicious history, head to John Watling's Distillery at the historic Buena Vista Estate. Guests will enjoy complimentary tours of the estate and the distillery where they can sample handcrafted premium rums. The tour of the estate features antiques and exhibits dating back more than 300 years.
If wine is your drink of choice, blend your very own bottle with the help and knowledge of Bahama Barrels through the Graycliff Hotel. An experienced California winemaker will teach and guide you through the process, which will include tastings from around the globe for inspiration.
That's only the beginning of what visitors will discover when they step off the beach.
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