Nassau offers an incredible array of things to see and do. From relaxing beaches
to vibrant city streets, markets, and festivals, there is something to satisfy
everyone in Nassau. A stroll down Bay Street, the city’s main thoroughfare,
leads you past historic buildings, shops, restaurants and pubs. Vendue House
on Bay Street houses the Pompey Museum, the region’s only museum which
provides a detailed history of slavery. On nearby Market Street, you will find
the historic Balcony House, Nassau’s oldest remaining wooden structure.
Government House has been the home of the Bahamian Governor-General since 1801.
The British influence in the islands is demonstrated by Government House’s
Changing of the Guard ceremony which takes place every other Saturday, and by
the Tea Party held on the last Friday of the month by the Governor-General’s
wife. The pink buildings of Parliament Square were built in 1815, and include
the Houses of Assembly, the Supreme Court, and the old Colonial Secretary’s
Office. When Parliament is not in session, visitors can enjoy tours through
these buildings.
For anyone interested in the less savoury aspects of Bahamian history, a visit
to the Pirates of Nassau is a must. This attraction brings the history of the
pirates to life in an interactive, fun and historically accurate way, and even
includes a pirate-themed pub. Festival Place at Prince George Wharf is modelled
on the architecture of a small Bahamian village, and includes a Welcome Centre
where 45 artisans sell traditional Bahamian arts and crafts, and a tourist information
centre with information on activities, sights, and tours through Nassau and
the Bahamas.
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