Know your surroundings.

Honest, up-to-date safety ratings for every neighborhood  visitors typically explore in Nassau.

Last updated: July 2026

Overall safety
3/5

Nassau is generally safe for tourists who stay in well-traveled areas and use common sense. Most incidents involve opportunistic theft near tourist zones. Violent crime targeting visitors is rare but not unheard of.

Universal tips for every visitor

Stay in well-lit, populated areas — especially after dark.

Don't flash expensive jewelry, cameras, or large amounts of cash.

Use only licensed taxis — agree on the fare before you get in.

Keep a copy of your passport and ship boarding pass separate from the originals.

Know your ship's departure time and build in a 30-minute buffer.

If someone approaches you aggressively, walk toward a busy area or a shop.

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Emergency contacts

Bahamas Police
919
Ambulance / Fire
911
Nassau Cruise Port Security
+1 (242) 322-1340
US Embassy Nassau
+1 (242) 322-1181
Princess Margaret Hospital
+1 (242) 322-2861
Doctors Hospital Nassau
+1 (242) 302-4600
Oak Tree Medical Centre
+1 (242) 394-6300
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