Walking Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach
If you’re looking for a low-key beach day in Nassau without spending money on shore excursions, you just might want to take a trip to Junkanoo Beach.
This is one of the most popular beaches in Nassau when arriving to the Bahamas by cruise ship.
It’s also a FREE beach that’s right near the cruise port.
So when you want cheap things to do in Nassau for a DIY excursion during your Bahamas cruise, this Nassau beach can make a good choice.
So, how to get to Junkanoo Beach from Nassau cruise port?
Here’s what’s on this page for planning your trip to Junkanoo Beach during your Bahamas cruise:
- How far is Junkanoo Beach from the cruise port?
- Are the directions easy to get to Junkanoo Beach from the cruise port?
- Map of Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach
- How do you know if you’re walking in the right direction?
- Is it safe to walk around in Nassau?
- Is it safe to walk to Junkanoo Beach?
And so…
How far is it from the Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach?
It’s a little under a mile, and it will likely be a 15 minute walk or so.
Side note!
See about the best shoes for hiking in Hawaii and what to wear snorkeling in Hawaii! And for Hawaii vacation ideas, see the best things to do in Waikiki that will give you Hawaii vibes!
Are the directions easy to get to Junkanoo Beach from the cruise port?
It’s pretty easy to get to the beach when you’re coming from a cruise ship!
There’s a good chance you won’t get lost or mess up the directions.
The important thing is to make sure you’re going in the right direction, and once you are, it’s pretty much just following the path until you reach the beach!
Map of Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach
Explore the interactive map of Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach below for directions.
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How do you know if you’re going in the right direction?!
Once you’re on the ground, there are a few key things you can look out for to make sure you’re going in the correct direction.
When you get off the cruise ship, you’ll see the famous Atlantis resort in the distance. (Well, you can see it sailing into the port from the cruise ship too!)
But Atlantis is the opposite direction that you want to go. So once you get to the main street, just make sure to go the other way.
And from there, you can follow the coastal path which will take you by the popular bar and restaurant Senor Frog’s. Or you can make your way to downtown on Bay Street and then starting walking in the direction of Junkanoo Beach. Have a look at the map for the visual.
Either way, you will soon come across a big historic looking building, and that means you are going the right way! That’s the British Colonial Hilton Hotel.
And as you make your way past the hotel around the corner, you will soon be at the beach!
If you’re interested in walking around different parts of Nassau, you may also consider getting this laminated map of Nassau.
Is it safe to walk around in Nassau?
It’s important to mind your surroundings and bearings no matter where in the world you go.
It’s also important to note that the U.S. State Department has issued safety warnings for New Providence Island and Paradise Island in the Bahamas. These islands include the locations of Nassau and Atlantis. These safety and security warnings are due to an increase in violent crimes and robberies against tourists.
This isn’t meant to scare you, but just make you aware! Don’t completely let your guard down just because you’re on vacation.
Is it safe to walk to Junkanoo Beach?
That said!
There’s likely nothing that you’ll feel scared about walking from the Nassau cruise port to Junkanoo Beach. Again, it’s a pretty straight forward walk, and it’s all in an open area.
Add to that, unless you’re one of the first cruise ships to arrive to Nassau, there will likely be tons of people making the same walk as you.
It’s not uncommon for there to be 5 large cruise ships docked at once in Nassau… as well as the occasional yacht.
Because it’s the closest beach to Nassau cruise port, there will probably be many cruise passengers from each of the ships that will be heading to Junkanoo Beach. And even if you are the first ship to arrive, many of your fellow cruise passengers will likely be headed to Junakoo Beach too.
Of course, while the sense of security is nice from being around lots of people on the street, that can also mean a more crowded beach! 😉
Things you may want to pack for Junkanoo Beach and your Bahamas cruise!
Now, here are some things that you just may want to add to your cruise packing list!
- This case so you can take pristine underwater pictures or pool pictures! (It’s cheap!)
- This pouch so you don’t have to worry about leaving valuables on the beach
- These tag holders so you don’t end up with lost luggage on the cruise ship!
- These cubes so you can find your stuff once on the cruise
- These types of beach shoes so you don’t have to worry about hidden rocks under the sand at any of the cruise ports
- This type of beach bag that’ll help you dry things out so you can be ready for the next beach day!
- For your beach outfits, take a look at…
- These swimsuits and cover-ups for women
- This swimwear for plus-size women
- These swimsuits for men
- Cruise formal: And here are ideas for your cruise outfits for formal night!
- Seasickness: And here are ideas for snacks and wearables to prevent seasickness
- Snorkeling: What to wear snorkeling
HAPPY JUNKANOO BEACH PLANNING!
More cheap things to do in Nassau near cruise port
More cruise ports:
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More cruise tips:
– Do you need cruise travel insurance?
– Cruises with kids: Things to do on embarkation day
– How to prevent cruise luggage from getting lost on the cruise ship
– What NOT to bring on a cruise
– CRUISE PACKING LIST!
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🐠 Here are things you must consider packing!
- Swimsuit or swimming shirt aka rash guard
- rash guard: swim set for women and swim shirt for men
- Water shoes
- Waterproof phone case (so you can capture pictures of fishies underwater!)
- cheapo phone case OR waterproof camera
- I also have this "camera" wrist float to attach to my cheapo waterproof phone case so my phone won't sink to the bottom of the ocean in case I somehow let go of it. (Mine does stay afloat - test this for yourself before completely trusting it!)
- Swimming goggles or snorkeling mask set
- Reef-safe(r) sunscreen
- lightweight travel towel:
- walking sandals:
I also don't go snorkeling without a personal swim float buoy. Not only does it help to keep me visible, but it makes for a perfect way to rest out in deeper water! Oh, and it also serves as a dry bag so I can take stuff into the water with me.
Another way I have taken valuables into the water with me is to wear a travel money belt that I don't mind getting wet with salt water (it's not waterproof but I have several so I just use one of them) and then I put things in a ziplock freezer bag, and put that freezer bag in the money belt.
There are also designated waterproof waist pouches that you can store your valuables and take into the water with you.
see more:
- What to wear hiking
- What to wear snorkeling