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Bahamas - History and culture

Flights: Cheap airfare to Bahamas (arriving in Nassau, Bahamas - Nassau International Airport)

Things to Do: History and culture

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 61 attractions in Nassau

Dolphin Encounters, located on Blue Lagoon Island, is one of the most exciting and intriguing tours available. Visit the world famous dolphins of Blue Lagoon Island for a once-in-a-lifetime...

Attraction type: Tour; Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 21 attractions in Freeport

Participants in this popular program get the opportunity to swim with bottlenose dolphins.

Attraction type: Nature center; Tour; Nature reserve; Tourist/visitor center
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 61 attractions in Nassau

The oldest wooden structure on the island, built in the 18th century.

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 131 attractions in New Providence Island

Beautifully manicured gardens set next to a 12th century Augustine monastery.

Attraction type: Garden; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 12 attractions in Andros

For students and marine life enthusiasts, an opportunity to get hands-on experience in this unique environment.

Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 61 attractions in Nassau

 Located in downtown Nassau on the corner of George and Marlborough streets, Pirates of Nassau is a true landmark nestled in three historical buildings: The Slave Kitchen, which is approximately 200...

Attraction type: History museum; Museum; Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 61 attractions in Nassau

Underground passages and dungeons lie underneath this old fort, built in 1787.

Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 34 attractions in Great Abaco Island

Island best known for the friendliness of its residents and its candy-cane-colored lighthouse.

Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 61 attractions in Nassau
Attraction type: Religious site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 11 attractions in Great Exuma

Bonefishing, shelling, diving and skinnydipping are a few of the activities popular on this three-mile-long island.

Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 61 attractions in Nassau
Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Green Turtle Cay

Museum displaying photos from the periods of economic hardship on the island, as well as antique artifacts, model ships and contemporary artwork.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 61 attractions in Nassau

Museum showcasing the costumes and floats from the annual Junkanoo parade.

Attraction type: Specialty museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 61 attractions in Nassau

This limestone staircase was built by slaves to honor Queen Victoria's help in the abolition of slavery in the Bahamas.

Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 21 attractions in Freeport

This market is full of shops, restaurants, and local artists performing outside.

Attraction type: Flea/street market; Town center/square/plaza; Mall; Wharf/pier/boardwalk
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 61 attractions in Nassau

This commercial district is Nassau's busiest street and is full of interesting shops and restaurants.

Attraction type: Flea/street market; Street
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 61 attractions in Nassau

City square featuring a bronze statue commemorating Bahamian women.

Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 6 attractions in Long Island

Small island famous for its fabulous beaches.

Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 15 attractions in Eleuthera

Known for its crawfish, this small, picturesque island is a popular daytrip destination.

Attraction type: Island
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 61 attractions in Nassau

With a statue of Queen Victoria situated in the center, this square is where most of Nassau's main government buildings can be found.

Attraction type: Government building; Town center/square/plaza
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