Things to do in Bahamas
2 destinations in Bahamas, when to visit each, and what a trip actually costs.
Places to visit in Bahamas
- Things to do in Exuma beach, nature, relax
- Things to do in Nassau beach, city, relax
Best time to visit Bahamas
When flights to each destination are cheapest.
- Exuma
- The cheapest months to fly to Exuma are September through November (hurricane shoulder season), when round-trip fares and hotel rates can be 30-40% lower than the December-April peak; mid-week departures on Tuesday or Wednesday typically save an additional 10-15% over weekend travel.
- Nassau
- The cheapest months to fly to Nassau are September and October (hurricane shoulder season), when round-trip fares can be 30-40% lower than the December-April peak and hotel rates drop sharply. Flying midweek (Tuesday-Wednesday) saves an additional 10-15% compared to Friday or Sunday departures.
Is Bahamas expensive?
It depends on the city and how you travel. Open any destination below and set your dates, budget and home airport to get an estimated total for flights, stays and day-to-day spending, rather than a generic average.
Free things to do in Bahamas
- Exuma: Chat Stroll in George Town Walk the waterfront, watch mail boats arrive, and soak in authentic Out Island Bahamian life at no cost.
- Nassau: Fort Fincastle Cannon-topped hilltop fort with panoramic views over Nassau Harbour and Paradise Island, pure history for free.