The Bahamas is a stunning Caribbean archipelago of over 700 islands and cays, renowned for pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and vibrant marine life. From the bustling capital of Nassau to the secluded Out Islands, this tropical paradise offers world-class diving, luxurious resorts, and authentic Bahamian culture.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Atlantis Aquaventure Water Park
The Caribbean's largest water park with 141 acres of slides, lazy rivers, pools, and marine habitats. The dedicated Splashers area for young children and the thrilling adult slides ensure every family member has age-appropriate fun.
Duration: 4-6 hours
Blue Lagoon Island Dolphin Encounter
A magical experience on Salt Cay just 20 minutes from Nassau, where children and families can swim with rescued dolphins in a protected lagoon. Educational marine biologist presentations teach children about dolphin behavior and conservation.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Ardastra Gardens Flamingo Show
The famous marching flamingos show at 10:30 AM, 2 PM, and 4 PM delights children of all ages. The 5-acre garden also has Bahamian parrots, iguanas, and Caribbean wildlife that children can learn about and photograph.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Swimming with Pigs, Exuma Cays
An unforgettable family adventure sailing to the Exumas to swim with friendly wild pigs, snorkel Thunderball Grotto (used in James Bond films), and encounter nurse sharks at Compass Cay. Children who love animals will remember this forever.
Duration: Full day
Pirates of Nassau Museum
An immersive interactive museum bringing the Golden Age of Piracy to life with a full-scale pirate ship replica, live-sized characters, and hands-on exhibits. Children love the theatrical displays and pirate costumes available for photos.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Cable Beach Sand Castle & Beach Day
Nassau's most accessible family beach with calm shallow waters, beach chair rentals, food vendors, and water sports for older children. The shallow gradual entry is perfect for young swimmers and the nearby Baha Mar has facilities for families.
Duration: 3-5 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
Nassau's best family resort with an extensive kids club, dedicated family pools, water slides, a massive beach, and access to the Baha Mar Casino area's entertainment for adults while children are supervised.
Family features: Camp Baha children's program (ages 4-12), family pools, kids menus at all restaurants, connecting rooms available
Atlantis Paradise Island (Royal Towers)
The ultimate Bahamas family resort with Aquaventure Water Park, Dolphin Cay marine encounters, Kids Club, multiple pools, and nearly endless family entertainment options on Paradise Island.
Family features: Aquaventure Water Park access, Atlantis Kids Adventures club, Dolphin Cay programs, baby facilities, family suites
Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau
Fun, energetic family resort on the Nassau waterfront with a water park, kids club, multiple family-friendly restaurants, and a marina location with water sports access. More affordable than the big resort complexes.
Family features: StingRay pool, kids club, family cabanas, kids menus, water sports, casual dining
Comfort Suites Paradise Island
Excellent budget family choice adjacent to Atlantis offering suite-style rooms with kitchenettes for families, a pool on-site, and complimentary day passes to Atlantis beach facilities at a fraction of Atlantis prices.
Family features: All-suite layout with kitchenettes, Atlantis beach access included, pool, affordable family dining
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Most Nassau restaurants welcome children and can accommodate dietary restrictions - just ask when making reservations
The Fish Fry at Arawak Cay is the best family dining experience: casual, outdoor, affordable ($12-22 per dish), and children enjoy watching food prepared fresh
Atlantis and Baha Mar both have extensive dining options with children's menus priced at $10-16 per dish
Island Joe's Coffee Shop and Dunkin' Donuts have locations children recognize for familiar breakfast options
Bamboo Shack is Nassau's beloved local fast food chain with the famous conch burger - children typically enjoy the novelty of this Bahamian staple
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen (regular sunscreen is banned in protected Bahamian marine areas) - available locally but expensive at $20-30/bottle
Pack water shoes for rocky beach areas and water parks - essential for children exploring natural shorelines
Rent a car for flexibility with children - jitneys (local buses) are awkward with strollers and young children
Book popular family activities (Dolphin Cay, Blue Lagoon, Exuma tours) well before your trip - they fill up weeks in advance in peak season
Nassau is generally safe for families in tourist areas during the day - use normal urban precautions after dark and stick to well-lit resort areas