15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in the Bahamas

Elbow Cay in the Abacos exudes all the charm of a New England-style fishing village.

It's easy to see why Cable Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the Bahamas. Located on New Providence Island, nearly six miles west of Nassau's downtown, this vast expanse of silky soft sand calls to weary travelers looking to unwind.

There's nothing quite like Lucayan National Park on Grand Bahama Island.

Skirting the eastern shore of Great Abaco, Treasure Cay Beach is often voted one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

The Bahamas' largest landmass, Andros is a haven for anglers and divers.

The northernmost of the Bahamian islands, Grand Bahama Island is a popular destination for package tourists and cruise ships.

Just a 5-minute ferry ride from Harbor Island, Eleuthera is a wild natural beauty.

Pretty Harbour Island sits northeast of its big sister, Eleuthera and has long been a hideaway for the rich and famous.

Great Exuma, the largest of the Exumas, Little Exuma, and Staniel Cay are popular with boaters, who come here to enjoy the convivial restaurants.

Staniel Cay's swimming pigs | Photo Copyright: Becca Blond

One of the most popular cruise ship ports in the Caribbean, Nassau, Bahamas still manages to charm visitors, despite the crowds of camera-toting tourists.