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Freeport
Spend 2 days in Freeport: one day for Lucayan National Park and beaches, another for downtown sights and a dolphin or dive tour.
Freeport, on Grand Bahama, offers a handful of nature parks, beaches and water activities. A short stay of two days covers the main attractions without feeling rushed, especially if you arrive from Nassau by a short flight.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–May
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainier, hotter)
- Airport
- FPO
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 7Several islands (Turks and Caicos above all, also the Bah…
- Caribbean ↗Several islands (Turks and Caicos above all, also the Bahamas and Jamaica) jail visitors for a single stray bullet or cartridge in their luggage; empty every bag and pocket before you pack.
- Caribbean ↗From August to October keep a free last day before your flight home and check the national hurricane centre daily; airports close when a named storm approaches.
- Caribbean ↗Wearing camouflage clothing is illegal for civilians in several islands, including Barbados, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, Grenada, Dominica, Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica; leave it at home, children's clothes included.
- The Bahamas ↗Check entry rules for your passport on the official Bahamas government sources before you fly; requirements differ by nationality.
- The Bahamas ↗Respect marine protected areas: fishing, collecting shells or coral and anchoring rules are enforced in national parks such as the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
- The Bahamas ↗Do not bring firearms or ammunition; even a single forgotten round in a bag can lead to arrest.
- The Bahamas ↗Water-sports operators on Nassau and Paradise Island beaches are poorly regulated: use tour companies booked through your hotel and wear a life jacket.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Freeport, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD), held at par with the US dollar; US dollars are accepted everywhere and change often comes back mixed.The Bahamas-wide
- SIM or eSIMBTC and Aliv sell prepaid SIMs and eSIMs at Nassau airport and in town.The Bahamas-wide
- Tap waterNassau tap water is treated but many buy bottled; on the Out Islands drink bottled or filtered.The Bahamas-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 15% often added; check the bill.The Bahamas-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.The Bahamas-wide
- SafetyFreeport is generally safe for tourists; keep valuables secure, use reputable taxis, and stay in well‑lit areas at night.
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- RestroomsIn hotels, restaurants and marinas; few public toilets.The Bahamas-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 Medical
- Sundays & holidaysSunday closures common; Out Island shops close by 17:00.Sunday closures common; Out Island shops close by 5:00 PM.The Bahamas-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportFPO Grand Bahama International Airport (Daily flights from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and other US hubs).
- Getting aroundTaxis negotiate flat rates; rental cars available but some roads are unfinished.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–$5
- BeerBeer (draft)$6–$9
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))check$15–$20
- Museum or sight ticketNational park entry$5 adult, $3 child
- Budget bed3‑star hotel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bed3‑star hotel room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bed3‑star hotel room, a night, per roomUS$260
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- FPO Grand Bahama International Airport (Daily flights from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and other US hubs)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
May
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Freeport: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Apr
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
May
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxis negotiate flat rates; rental cars available but some roads are unfinished. Tour buses and shuttle services run from Port Lucaya to major sites.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lucayan National Park
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Taxi or shuttle 15 min from downtown
Gold Rock Beach and limestone caves; entry $5 adult
Dolphin Experience (UNEXSO)
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Taxi 10 min to Port Lucaya, then walk
Swim with dolphins; book ahead, cost ≈ $150
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Pelican Bay at Lucaya
4‑star hotel near Port Lucaya, good for beach access
Grand Lucayan Resort
All‑inclusive resort with spa and casino, central location
Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach Resort
All‑inclusive on south coast, larger property
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–$120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–$200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| 3‑star hotel room1 × 2 nights × US$180 | US$360 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × US$150 | US$600 |
| Airport shuttle (one‑way)2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| Taxi within city (5 km)2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × US$20 · check | US$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$104 |
| Trip total≈ US$286 per person per day, bed included | US$1,144 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and inter‑island transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–$5 |
| Burger | $5–$8 |
| Beer (draft) | $6–$9 |
| Taxi (5 km)check | $15–$20 |
| National park entry | $5 adult, $3 child |
| Dolphin swim | $150–$180 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The airport and harbour are a few kilometres from the city centre; budget US$5 for a shuttle.
- Road maps may show unfinished streets; follow local signage.
- Peak tourist season can raise prices by 10–15% versus US rates.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Medical
- 911
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Emergency
- Police911
- Medical911
Embassy
US consulate in Freeport (check address); other embassies in Nassau.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Port Lucaya shuttle: about $5 per person (check)
- Taxi downtown (5 km): $15–$20 (check)
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- Where is the toilet? — Where is the toilet?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Freeport. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–May · avoid Jun–Nov (rainier, hotter) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a rental car for flexible beach hopping.
- Include a scuba‑diving day at UNEXSO for marine life.
Sources
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