Bahamas Short Cruises
Nassau for breakfast, the beach by lunch, home by Monday.
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The Classic Short Cruise
The Bahamas are close enough to Florida that ships can reach Nassau overnight. That makes three- and four-night Bahamas cruises the most popular short sailings in the world.
- From: Miami, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Port Canaveral and, on some sailings, Jacksonville, Tampa, Baltimore or New York.
- Typical ports: Nassau, Freeport on Grand Bahama, Bimini, and a cruise line’s private island.
- Typical length: 3 nights (Friday–Monday) or 4 nights (Monday–Friday); 5-night trips often add Key West or a second island.
What to Do in Nassau
Beaches
Cable Beach and Junkanoo Beach are close to the port; Paradise Island is a short ride across the harbor.
History downtown
Walk to Fort Fincastle, the Queen’s Staircase and Parliament Square from the cruise pier.
On the water
Snorkeling trips, catamaran sails and trips to the nearby cays. Book through the ship or a reputable local operator — see Shore Activities.
Staying longer? The Official Travel Directory covers Bahamas resorts and islands.
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