A short boat ride to the Blue Lagoon will bring you to the Dolphin Cove. Or for petting and watching animals, the Ardastra Gardens, Zoo & Conservation Center is an intriguing and educational area to explore.
The beaches on Nassau offer boating, windsurfing, snorkeling, parasailing, waterskiing and more. For lots of water activity at once, try the 141-acre Aquaventure water park.
There are numerous activities in Nassau that don't involve getting wet. Tennis courts, golf courses and volleyball nets are abundant on the island.
While there are casinos in downtown Nassau worth checking out, also consider the Crystal Palace Casino, which adjoins three hotels on Cable Beach.
Explore the rich culture of Nassau through a tour of its downtown buildings or immerse yourself in the local atmosphere during the weekly fish fry or the twice-yearly Junkanoo celebration, a colorful street parade.
Paradise Island is a short and easy bridge ride away, offering more beaches and the Dolphin Cay at Atlantis Resort.