Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
If you're planning on buying any big-ticket items, be sure to research prices beforehand
to make sure you're getting a good deal. Bargaining is only acceptable at the Straw Market
(
Click here
).
Antiques & Collectibles
Balmain Antiques
ANTIQUES
( 2nd fl, Mason's Bldg, cnr Bay & Charlotte Sts) In the old Masonic Lodge, this diminutive
shop specializes in Masonic items, as well as antique maps and etchings.
PORT OF CALL: NASSAU
Only have a few hours in Nassau? Here are a few quickie activity ideas to make
the most of your limited time in town. Cruise ships dock at Prince George
Wharf downtown, which is walking distance from many of the city's best sights,
shopping and eating options.
» Shopping for duty-free diamonds on Bay St (opposite )
» Riding horse-drawn surreys in historic downtown Nassau (
Click here
)
» Saying 'arrrg' at the Pirates of Nassau museum (
Click here
)
» Sipping cocktails at the swanky Bullion Bar (
Click here
) at the British Colonial
Hilton Nassau
» Munching cracked conch and listening to Junkanoo beats at Arawak Cay (
Click
here
)
» Playing your luck at the casinos (
Click here
)
» Going under with the Seaworld Explorer semi-submarine (
Click here
)
» Puffing a hand-rolled stogie at the Graycliff Cigar Co (
Click here
)
» Picking up a rum cake to eat back in your cabin at the Bahamas Rum Cake
Factory (opposite )
Coin of the Realm
COINS
( Charlotte St) Salvaged Spanish doubloons are the coolest find at this busy coin and jew-
elry shop.
Philatelic Bureau
STAMPS
( E Hill St at Parliament St) The main post office sells collectible stamps.
