Guided tour

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Ignite your taste buds on a food and culture walking tour of Nassau’s old neighborhood. Enjoy five authentic local food tastings with historical, cultural, and architectural insights along the way.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 7 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

John – Canada

Just the fantastic Bahamian food and drink we enjoyed on this adventure alone would be a 5/5, easily. Meeting the proprietors, experiencing their souls embedded in their fine establishments and hearing the stories and history behind them are a 5/5 at the very least. The group from Ohio, Oregon and California who got stuck with me were a minimum 5/5. Now you need to add in our star host and this becomes an outrageous overall entertainment value of 26/5 and the highlight of my visit to Nassau. Let me tell you a bit more about the razor-sharp, witty, self-deprecating, articulate, intelligent, respectful, and naturally positive Lisa. She's 32, a mother of four, has a charming husband who convinced their kids to call her Kevin for a month, absolutely knows her stuff, and optimistically will become the prime minister of the Bahamas. Guy Fieri and the Food Network need to get over to Nassau to meet her and experience this culinary dream. You need to get on this now! #voteforlisa!🇧🇸

John – Canada

Gabrielle – United States

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Princess! She was punctual, entertaining, educated and full of warm energy! We couldn’t have asked for a more authentic tour of the beautiful city of Nassau. We will be back and can’t wait to explore even more!

Gabrielle – United States

Highlights

Escape Bay Street’s busy downtown strip and explore the city’s iconic flavors
Savor one-of-a-kind tastings from specialty stores and family ethnic restaurants
Gain culinary insights from the island's top chefs and restaurant owners
Hear about Old Nassau's riveting history, vibrant culture, and charming architecture
Meet with local restaurateurs, artisans, entrepreneurs, and fellow food lovers

Full description

Go off the beaten path on a food and culture walking tour of Nassau. Indulge your spirit of adventure and your taste buds as you embark on a journey into the heart of old Nassau to savor five food tastings, each carefully chosen to highlight the best local flavors the island has to offer. Visit adored eateries, unique specialty food stores, and family-owned ethnic restaurants. Learn about Bahamian foods from charismatic chefs and artisan producers. Stops include a local favorite family-owned downhome eatery serving soul-warming Bahamian classics. Enjoy Nassau’s best Bahamian macaroni and cheese, then head to an organic, fair trade Chocolatier featuring hand-made truffles by an award-winning pastry chef. You'll then head to John Watling's Distillery for a full historical tour of the Buena Vista Estate plus a local fish taco and a rum tasting to wash it all down. Between tastings, experience the country’s political and commercial center through the eyes of several generations. Stroll the charming tree-lined streets of Nassau’s historic Downtown neighborhood and listen as your guide shares their knowledge and recommendations of the area's architectural gems, enchanting flora, and colonial relics.

Includes

All food tastings
Exclusive privileges from tour tasting locations, including special in-store coupons and behind the scenes access to local chef and restaurant owners
Professionally trained guides with extensive local foodie knowledge and great personalities
Post-tour recipe selection featuring exclusive contributions from all tour tasting locations

Tips and gratuities
Hotel transfers

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Upon debarkation, exit the cruise ship port area, turn left onto Woodes Rodgers Walk. Continue for one block and turn right onto Parliament Street. Walk one block to Bay Street and cross over to the south side of Parliament Street continuing south until you see a pink strip mall on the right side of the street. Your guide will be standing in front of Bahamian Cookin' wearing a Tru Bahamian ShirtBahamian Cookin' wearing a Tru Bahamian Shirt.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Face mask or protective covering

Not allowed

Unaccompanied minors
Swimwear
See-through clothing

Know before you go

Tours can accommodate food allergies and aversions. Please advise in advance if you have any special dietary needs
Total tour length is approximately 3 hours; please allow for a 15 minute grace period
The tour does not finish at the starting point. Detailed return directions and a map are provided
Shopping during the tour is prohibited
Tasting locations are subject to change
The tour is not wheelchair accessible or recommended for persons with limited mobility due to several hills and staircases
Tours are held rain or shine. Beachwear permitted on beach solely.
Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. Total walking distance is approximately 1 mile.
Young foodies are welcome on the tours, but they must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3, who will not consume at the tasting locations, do not require a separate ticket
Purchaser agrees to Supplier's Waiver and Release of Claims
Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled

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