Getting Here

Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) (242/702-1000) is 8 mi west of Nassau. There is no public bus service from the airport to hotels. Major car-rental companies are available at the airport. A taxi ride for two people from the airport to downtown Nassau costs $27; to Paradise Island, $42 (this includes the $1 bridge toll); and to Cable Beach $25. Each additional passenger is $3 and excess baggage costs $2 a bag.

Nassau is a port of call for several cruise lines. Ships dock at Prince George Wharf, in downtown Nassau.