Major city · The Bahamas
Cable Beach
Spend 2 days: one day for beach relaxation and water sports, a second day for casino, golf and dining.
Cable Beach is a resort strip on New Providence with hotels, casinos, a golf course and a range of water‑sports. A short stay of 2 days covers the main activities without needing extensive travel.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BSD
- Best months
- Dec–May
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainy season, possible hurricanes)
- Airport
- NAS
- Nights
- 2
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- 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 ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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
Emergency numbers for Cable Beach911 ▾
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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 Cable Beach, 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
- SafetyCable Beach is generally safe for tourists; keep an eye on personal belongings on the beach and use licensed taxis.
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- RestroomsIn hotels, restaurants and marinas; few public toilets.The Bahamas-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / ambulance · 919 fire
- 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.
- AirportNAS Lynden Pindling International Airport (Main gateway to New Providence; taxi or bus to Cable Beach (~15 min).).
- Getting aroundHotel shuttles, city buses (≈$1 each way), taxis (≈$5–$10 to nearby spots), and scooter rentals are common.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at hotel caféB$3–5
- BeerBeer (draft) at resort barB$6–8
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (short ride within Cable Beach)B$5–10
- Metro or bus rideMini‑bus fare to NassauB$1
- Budget bedAll‑inclusive resort room, a night, per roomBSD 300
- Mid-range bedAll‑inclusive resort room, a night, per roomBSD 500
- High-end bedAll‑inclusive resort room, a night, per roomBSD 800
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BSD 120 · Mid BSD 200 · High BSD 350
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. 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
- NAS Lynden Pindling International Airport (Main gateway to New Providence; taxi or bus to Cable Beach (~15 min).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (9 rain days), driest Feb (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cable Beach: 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
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
May
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 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
Hotel shuttles, city buses (≈$1 each way), taxis (≈$5–$10 to nearby spots), and scooter rentals are common.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Nassau downtown
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Mini‑bus from Cable Beach, about 10 min
Visit Queen's Staircase, Government House, and Straw Market.
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.
Breezes Bahamas
All‑inclusive resort; pool and beach access.
Sandals Royal Bahamian
Couples resort with private island Sandal Cay.
Meliá Nassau Beach All Inclusive
Large resort with snorkeling, powerboat tours and multiple restaurants.
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
- B$120–180 excl. bed
- Mid
- B$180–250 excl. bed
- High
- B$250+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| All‑inclusive resort room1 × 2 nights × BSD 500 | BSD 1,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × BSD 200 | BSD 800 |
| Airport‑to‑hotel taxi (one way)2 × BSD 15 · check | BSD 30 |
| Mini‑bus fare to Nassau2 × BSD 1 · check | BSD 2 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × BSD 30 · check | BSD 60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | BSD 189 |
| Trip total≈ BSD 520 per person per day, bed included | BSD 2,081 |
2026 estimate in BSD; flights and international transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at hotel café | B$3–5 |
| Beer (draft) at resort bar | B$6–8 |
| Taxi (short ride within Cable Beach) | B$5–10 |
| Mini‑bus fare to Nassau | B$1 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus routes to hotels can be poorly marked; confirm destination with driver.
- Taxi fares vary; ask for an estimate before boarding.
- Water‑sports operators may require advance booking in high season.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance
- 911
- Fire
- 919
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Emergency
- Police / Ambulance911
- Fire919
Embassy
US consulate in Nassau (check address); other embassies in Nassau.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Cable Beach (taxi): about B$15 one way (check)
- Mini‑bus Nassau ↔ Cable Beach: B$1 each way
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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 Cable Beach. 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 (rainy season, possible hurricanes) · 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
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- All‑inclusive resorts → boutique hotels for quieter stay.
- Cable Beach hotels → nearby Paradise Island for nightlife.
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