Things to do in Freeport

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Taino Beach showing jet skiing and general coastal views
Freeport which includes heritage elements and night scenes
Lucaya Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and a beach
Lucaya Beach featuring a garden
Lucayan National Park which includes a lake or waterhole, mangroves and kayaking or canoeing

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1. Port Lucaya Marketplace

The charming Port Lucaya Marketplace is a bustling hub of more than 80 boutiques, restaurants and bars. The commercial hub of Grand Bahama, the marketplace is set on a 5-acre (2-hectare) peninsula overlooking the waterfront. Shop for items ranging from high-end fashion to local handicrafts and enjoy a meal at one of the excellent restaurants overlooking the water.
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Port Lucaya Marketplace which includes a fountain and markets

2. Taino Beach

Taino Beach is a picturesque stretch of white sand adorned with narrow palm trees that sway with the wind. It is a popular gathering point, with plenty of watersports options and restaurants serving local delicacies. Enjoy the fun atmosphere at this lively bay and relax on the soft sand.
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Taino Beach showing jet skiing and general coastal views

3. Lucaya Beach

Lucaya Beach is one of the liveliest beaches in the Bahamas. Stretching for acres, this sandy beach is a scenic place to enjoy long walks along the coast. Participate in exciting watersports that range from parasailing to snorkeling or relax with a cool drink at one of the lively bars lining the beach.
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Lucaya Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and a beach

4. Garden of the Groves

The Garden of the Groves is one of the finest tropical gardens in the region, encompassing 12 acres (5 hectares) of waterfalls, fountains, duck ponds and lush greenery. Learn about the flora of the island during your visit and marvel at the variety of birds and pretty butterflies that are attracted by the garden’s many plants.
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Garden of the Groves which includes a pond and rainforest

5. Xanadu Beach

Xanadu Beach was once one of the most popular activity beaches on Grand Bahama, offering everything from snorkeling to parasailing. Most of the restaurants and other amenities shut down after the closure of the Xanadu Hotel, but you can still go for a stroll along the coast and admire the beach’s natural beauty.
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Xanadu Beach which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

6. Cooper's Castle

Cooper's Castle is among the most iconic sites on Grand Bahama and is set on one of the highest points on the island. Take a tour of this fascinating estate, discover the rags-to-riches story of its owner and enjoy dramatic views over the island from its second-floor balcony.
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Cooper\'s Castle which includes a house

7. Barbary Beach

Barbary Beach is a long, peaceful section of white sand, ideal for travelers seeking a quiet place to relax along the shore. Enjoy a tranquil afternoon picnic in the beach’s soft sand, walk along the shore and appreciate its relatively untouched natural beauty or embark on a kayaking excursion to nearby Peterson Cay.
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Barbary Beach showing a beach

What to do in Freeport

Popular places to visit

Port Lucaya Marketplace which includes a fountain and markets

Port Lucaya Marketplace

International brands mix with colorful Bahamian traditions in this lively open-air shopping center.

Port Lucaya Marketplace
Taino Beach showing jet skiing and general coastal views

Taino Beach

Swim with your kids to the floating playground, try fried fish and conch salad and dance around a bonfire at night.

Taino Beach
Lucaya Beach showing a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and a beach

Lucaya Beach

One of the most popular tourist beaches on Grand Bahama, this wide strip of white sand is among the best places on the island for watersports.

Lucaya Beach
Garden of the Groves which includes a pond and rainforest

Garden of the Groves

Go for a stroll in this magnificent garden, which is home to more than 10,000 species of flowers, plants and trees.

Garden of the Groves
Xanadu Beach which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Xanadu Beach

Escape the crowds and relax on this tranquil stretch of soft, white sand, which is bordered by coconut palms and Australian pines.

Xanadu Beach
Cooper\'s Castle which includes a house

Cooper's Castle

The home to one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the Bahamas is a lavish fairytale-like castle.

Cooper's Castle
Barbary Beach showing a beach

Barbary Beach

This secluded beach is often described as one of the most beautiful stretches of sand on Grand Bahama Island.

Barbary Beach
Lucayan National Park

Lucayan National Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lucayan National Park during your travels in Freeport. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Lucayan National Park

Port Lucayan Marina

Explore the waterfront in Bell Channel Bay with a trip to Port Lucayan Marina. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Port Lucayan Marina

Areas of Freeport

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Williams Town

Williams Town is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Lucayan National Park and Reef Golf Course while you're in town.

Williams Town
Xanadu Beach

Bahamia West

If you're spending some time in Bahamia West, Xanadu Beach and Bahamia Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bahamia West
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Bahama Reef

While Bahama Reef isn't home to many top sights, Lucayan National Park and Reef Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bahama Reef
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Shoreline

While there might not be top attractions in Shoreline, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Garden of the Groves and Sanctuary Bay.

Shoreline
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Discovery Bay

Though Discovery Bay might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lucaya Beach and Reef Golf Course.

Discovery Bay
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Grand Bahama Yacht Club

Grand Bahama Yacht Club might not have many top sights, but Port Lucayan Marina and Port Lucaya Marketplace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grand Bahama Yacht Club
Lucaya Beach showing general coastal views, a luxury hotel or resort and a sandy beach

Lucaya