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Paradise Island Vacations: Seek Atlantis
Paradise Island is most famous for its Atlantis Resort & Casino, but tucked away from the crowds, amenities, and activities, you’ll also find some hidden gems. Bask on the soft white sand of Cabbage Beach. Walk along the stone terraces of Versailles Gardens, a beautiful, lush landscape of flowers and tropical plants. Here, you can explore the remains of a French monastery built by Augustinian monks. Whether you want to explore Paradise Island’s hidden gems or spend your days by the pool, at the casino, or on the golf course, we have you covered.
Paradise Island
at a Glance
Currency: Bahamian Dollar ($), though U.S. currency is widely accepted
Tipping Customs: Tip 15%, unless service charge is added
Language: English
Popular Drink: Sky Juice
Must Eat: Conch fritters
Power Up: A and B (two and three-prong type) 120 V
Weather: The subtropical climate brings cool trade winds in the summer and warm Gulf Stream breezes in the winter. Temperatures average 75˚ in the winter and 84˚ in the summer. June 1 – November 30 is hurricane season.
Best Time to Visit: Mid-December to Mid-April offer the best weather, but also bring crowds.
Top Things to Do in
Paradise Island
Island Augustinian Monastery
You wouldn’t expect to find the remains of a French Augustinian monastery in the Bahamas, but one of the highlights of Paradise Island’s Versailles Gardens is a cloister that was imported to the island by William Randolph Hearst. It is known to have spectacular sunset views.
Bask on Cabbage Beach
Snorkel the famously crystal-clear water or lie on the soft white sand.
Get Your Thrills at Aquaventure
Plunge down water slides, relax on a mile-long lazy river, or soak in over 20 swimming areas.
Golf, Spa, and Casino Fun
In addition to being a luxurious resort, Atlantis boasts a championship ocean-front golf course, a spa incorporating ancient healing techniques and European therapies, and a world-class casino.
Cross the Bridge to Nassau
Paradise Island is just a short drive to the heart of Nassau’s shopping and attractions.
