Bahamas Foodie Itinerary for May 2023

  1. Day 1: Paradise Island
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Lynden Pindling International Airport

    Start your foodie adventure with breakfast at Cafe Matisse. This cozy restaurant offers a delicious and intimate atmosphere, perfect for a morning meal. After breakfast, head to the Versailles Gardens and explore the beautiful French gardens. For lunch, visit Bahamian Cookin' for some authentic Bahamian cuisine. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the John Watling's Distillery, where you can learn about the history of rum in the Bahamas and enjoy some tastings. End your day with dinner at Dune, where you can enjoy a romantic oceanfront meal.

  2. Day 2: Nassau
    10 minutes (4 miles) from Paradise Island

    Start your day with breakfast at the famous Graycliff Restaurant, located in a historic mansion. After breakfast, visit the Nassau Straw Market to browse local crafts and souvenirs. For lunch, head to Fish Fry, a strip of restaurants specializing in seafood. In the afternoon, visit the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas to see a collection of Bahamian art. For dinner, head to Sapodilla Restaurant for some delicious Caribbean-inspired cuisine.

  3. Day 3: Eleuthera
    25 minutes (11.5 miles) from Lynden Pindling International Airport

    Take a day trip to Eleuthera to experience the island's beautiful beaches and delicious food. Start your day with breakfast at the famous Princess Street Gallery Cafe. After breakfast, head to French Leave Beach for some sun and relaxation. For lunch, visit Tippy's Restaurant for some fresh seafood and a stunning ocean view. In the afternoon, visit the Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve to learn about the island's flora and fauna. End your day with dinner at 1648 An Island Restaurant, where you can enjoy local cuisine made with fresh ingredients.

  4. Day 4: Exuma
    50 minutes (35 miles) from Lynden Pindling International Airport

    Take a day trip to Exuma to experience some of the most beautiful beaches and waters in the Bahamas. Start your day with breakfast at the Driftwood Cafe. After breakfast, take a boat tour to see the famous swimming pigs and other wildlife. For lunch, visit Santanna's Grill Pit for some delicious barbecue. In the afternoon, visit Thunderball Grotto, a beautiful underwater cave. End your day with dinner at Catch A Fire Bar and Grill, where you can enjoy some live music and Caribbean cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cafe Matisse (breakfast): 1 hour, $20-30
  • Versailles Gardens (tour): 1 hour, $10-15
  • Bahamian Cookin' (lunch): 1 hour, $15-25
  • John Watling's Distillery (tour and tasting): 1 hour, $20-30
  • Dune (dinner): 2 hours, $80-100
  • Graycliff Restaurant (breakfast): 1 hour, $20-30
  • Nassau Straw Market (shopping): 1-2 hours, $ varies
  • Fish Fry (lunch): 1 hour, $15-25
  • National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (tour): 1 hour, $10-15
  • Sapodilla Restaurant (dinner): 2 hours, $50-80
  • Princess Street Gallery Cafe (breakfast): 1 hour, $15-25
  • French Leave Beach (relaxation): 2 hours, $ varies
  • Tippy's Restaurant (lunch): 1 hour, $20-30
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve (tour): 1-2 hours, $10-20
  • 1648 An Island Restaurant (dinner): 2 hours, $50-80
  • Driftwood Cafe (breakfast): 1 hour, $15-25
  • Boat Tour (tour): 3-4 hours, $80-120
  • Santanna's Grill Pit (lunch): 1 hour, $15-25
  • Thunderball Grotto (tour): 1 hour, $20-30
  • Catch A Fire Bar and Grill (dinner): 2 hours, $40-60
  • Total Estimated Costs: $465-735
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