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Queen's Staircase
Queen's Staircase

Queen's Staircase

Elizabeth Ave, Nassau

The Basics

This steep staircase was built to serve as a direct-access shortcut to Fort Fincastle (New Providence Island’s highest point, on Bennet’s Hill) in case of attacks by the Caribbean’s marauding pirates in the 1700s. When visiting the stone staircase, take in the remarkable construction done centuries ago—all by hand. To carve the steps, slaves had to cut through rocks with axes and other sharp hand tools.

The Queen’s Staircase is included on most Nassau highlights tours that visit the island’s most historic sights. With a tour guide, visit other Nassau attractions such as Fort Charlotte, Rawson Square, and Cable Beach via traditional ground transportation or an all-terrain vehicle. Tours and shore excursions leave regularly from Nassau city or the cruise ship terminal.

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Recent reviews from experiences in Nassau

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Having fun in Nassau with Shonel... :)
Trish_N, Mar. 2023
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Shonel is a great tour guide. We were able to experience lots of fun things in the few hours that we spent with her in Nassau. I was traveling with a friend... and we agreed that it wasn't possible to pick a favorite part... because the entire tour was fun. Thanks so much for sharing the best parts of your city with us. :)
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Wonderful Experience
Priscilla_D, Feb. 2023
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Shantell was very knowledgeable, kind, and a wonderful host. The tour keeps you interested. You get to see a lot, learn the history, and enjoy the scenery on your own. I would definitely recommend this tour!
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Our guide, Chanel, was...
Mary_H, Dec. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Our guide, Chanel, was excellent, very pleasant and informative. Enjoyed the Queen’s staircase and the drive through the city.
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Our Tour of the Bahamas
Vaughan_D, Feb. 2023
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Our guide, Channel, was very friendly and knowledgeable. She pointed out points of interest and answered all of our questions. The stops along the tour were interesting. She allowed us plenty of time at each stop so that we never felt rushed. By the same token, when we were ready to go she was right there. I would highly recommend this tour guide.
star-5
Amazing tour
CaNeisha_J, Dec. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Our tour guides were amazing!!! It rained most of our tour but we still went to every spot and enjoyed it. We would definitely do this again.
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Mother and daughter pre-Christmas vacation
Olivia_V, Dec. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
The most rememberable part of our trip was our tour guide Michael. He picked us up at the hotel and showed us around the area. We enjoyed all the stops and all the information that was provided. We will definitely look forward to using this tour group again when we travel.
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A fun introduction to Nassau!
Melanie_T, Dec. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
The meeting place was easy to find and Chanel came out to greet us. We got a sample at most stops and history of the island/buildings as we drove around. It was our first time on Nassau so everything was new to us, we had a great time!
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All stopped was time perfectly
Cassandra_L, Aug. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Shantel was very professional and personal!@ The tour was exciting and I had FUN!! ALL the stopped w
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Best tour in Nassau
alicia_r, Jun. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
This was the perfect tour to see key sites in Nassau if you are visiting from the cruise ship or staying at one of the resorts. Tour guide is very knowledgeable and accommodating.
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Enjoyed the tour very...
Marjorie_S, Oct. 2021
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Enjoyed the tour very much. The Queens Staircase was the most amazing. The person there was very informative.
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Must do
Jatinder_S, Jun. 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Great tour. Loved the Rum Distillery and samples throughout . amazing tour guide and very knowledgeable
star-4
Loved Queen's stairs/Atlantis
Nancy_P, May 2022
City tour sight seeing wine tasting queens staircase beach day transfer
Nice synopsis of the island. Liked visiting the Queens stairs and the aquarium at Atlantis. Needed more time at Atlantis. Only problem was where to meet the driver. Directions need to be updated.
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Things to Know Before You Go

  • The Queen’s Staircase is a must-see for all visitors to Nassau.

  • The limestone steps of the Queen’s Staircase are steep and a tough climb, suitable only for those with full mobility and proper footwear.

  • The staircase can be slick after a rain, so be careful. (The Bahamas’ rainy season is June through November.)

  • If the 65-step climb sounds daunting, plan to visit Bennet’s Hill and Fort Fincastle first, then walk down the steps from there.

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How to Get There

The Queen’s Staircase is located on the northern end of New Providence Island, on Elizabeth Avenue. Use the staircase as a shortcut to Bennet’s Hill and Fort Fincastle.

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Trip ideas

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How to Spend 1 Day in Nassau

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Island Hopping Tours from Nassau

Island Hopping Tours from Nassau

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How to Spend 2 Days in Nassau

How to Spend 2 Days in Nassau

With two days in Nassau, you’ll be able to check out the city’s historic sites, beaches, and nightlife and still have plenty of time left over to visit neighboring Paradise Island, home to the world-famous Atlantis resort. Here’s how to plan your time.

When to Get There

The staircase is open daily. If you want less populated photos, be sure to show up in the early morning or around sunset when crowds are scarce (they tend to arrive around midday).

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Views from Fort Fincastle and Bennet’s Hill

Since Bennet’s Hill is the highest point on the island, it’s a favorite for photographers and those in search of whole island views. From Fort Fincastle’s perch, visitors can see Paradise Island and the mammoth Atlantis, Arawak Cay (home to the famous fish fry), and Ardastra Gardens, among other landmarks.

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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What are the nearest attractions to Queen's Staircase?
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