Port of Bimini (Resorts World Bimini Cruise Pier)

Bimini, Bahamas

Your port day at a glance

Walk to town?: Ask us
Distance to town: 3 mi / 4.8 km
Currency: Bahamian Dollar / BSD (USD accepted 1:1)

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Getting to town
Your day in port
Best time to visit
Shore experiences
Food, drink and shopping
What to wear
Advisor notes

Getting to town

Distance to town: 3 mi / 4.8 km.

Your day in port

For an 8–10 hour call, devote the morning to a structured excursion (snorkeling, shark/dolphin encounter, or Bimini Beach Club) and keep the afternoon for a relaxed beach stop or a short golf cart trip into Alice Town. Build in at least 30–45 minutes each way for shuttles or transport between the pier, resort area, and town.

Best time to visit

December through April is ideal, with warm, dry weather and calmer seas—perfect for beaches and water activities. Summer and early fall are hotter, more humid, and more affected by tropical systems.

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1–November 30 and can disrupt itineraries.
July–September can be very hot and humid with strong sun; afternoon showers are common.
Winter cold fronts can occasionally bring breezier, slightly cooler days, especially on the water.

Shore experiences

Beach day at Resorts World Bimini or a quieter public beach near Alice Town for sand play and shallow swimming.
Glass-bottom boat or gentle snorkeling tour suitable for beginners and older kids.
Island tour by golf cart with stops for ice cream, conch fritters, and photos along the Queen’s Highway.
Catch-and-release family fishing trip to experience Bimini’s sport-fishing legacy on a short, kid-friendly outing.

Food, drink and shopping

Local food and drink

Fresh conch prepared cracked, grilled, or in conch salad at local stands and small restaurants.
Bahamian staples like peas and rice, fried fish, steamed fish, baked macaroni, and johnnycake.
Local beers such as Kalik and Sands, plus rum-based cocktails like Bahama Mamas and Goombay Smashes.
Seafood-focused meals at waterfront spots in or near Alice Town, featuring grouper, snapper, and lobster in season.
Casual resort dining at Resorts World Bimini’s restaurants and beach bars, convenient for day guests using the cruise facilities.

Shopping

Look for handmade straw crafts, wood carvings, and shell or bead jewelry sold by local vendors, especially in Alice Town.
Simple souvenirs like T-shirts, caps, and magnets are available at resort gift shops and small roadside stores along Queen’s Highway.
Prices on the island can be higher than on the U.S. mainland; encourage clients to bring essentials (sunscreen, toiletries) to avoid paying resort markups.
Bargaining is low-key but sometimes possible at small independent stalls; it is not typical in resort shops or formal stores.

What to wear

Light, breathable clothing, a swimsuit, hat, and strong sun protection are essential, along with water shoes or sandals for the beach and reef areas. Bring a light cover-up for resort restaurants and a breezy layer for boat rides or cooler winter evenings.

Advisor notes

Advise clients that Bimini is a laid-back, beach-and-water-focused stop with limited shopping and sightseeing compared to Nassau—this is a place to relax or book a water-based excursion rather than ‘see the city.’ Pre-booking beach club access or key tours (and, for independent explorers, golf carts) through the cruise line is strongly recommended due to limited on-island capacity and occasional day-of sellouts.

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