Nassau: Rum Tasting & Food Walking Tour with Secret Speakeasy

Summary

Rum tastings, Nassau street flavors, pirate stories and hidden speakeasy

You’ll wander Nassau’s colorful streets with a local guide who knows every scandalous pirate tale and secret alleyway. Taste Bahamian rums, snack on conch fritters and rum cake, then slip into a private speakeasy for a hands-on cocktail session. It’s not just about drinking — it’s about feeling part of this city’s wild history.

What’s the experience like?

We ducked off the main drag in Nassau just as a gust of warm sea air carried the smell of frying conch up from somewhere nearby. Our guide — I think her name was Patrice — waved us over to this faded blue doorway where she started in on the wildest story about pirates trading barrels of rum right where we stood. The street noise faded behind us. I could hear someone laughing in a shop across the road, and then we were inside, surrounded by old bottles and that sweet, sharp scent you only get from real Bahamian rum. First sip burned a little — not gonna lie — but it was smoother than I expected. Someone in our group coughed and we all cracked up.

After that, we wandered through these back alleys I never would’ve found alone. Patrice pointed out murals I’d walked past earlier without really seeing them (she said one of them was painted by her cousin). We tried conch fritters fresh out of the fryer — hot enough to burn your tongue if you’re impatient (I was). There was this moment when we stopped outside an old stone building and she told us about bootleggers hiding bottles during Prohibition. You could almost picture it, shadows moving around in the dusk. Nassau’s got layers you don’t see from the cruise port.

The real surprise was the private speakeasy at the end. You have to know someone to get in — Patrice knocked three times and winked at us like we were all in on some secret joke. Inside: low lights, wood bar sticky under your elbows, reggae humming somewhere behind the clink of glasses. We got to mix our own cocktails (mine was heavy on the lime; not sure if that’s traditional but it worked). I still think about that first taste of rum cake — dense, sweet, just boozy enough to make you grin.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Rum tasting and Nassau sightseeing

• Visit handcrafted rum tasting
• Enjoy wine and moonshine tasting
• Explore downtown Nassau sights
• Enter secret exclusive speakeasy

Top questions

How long is the rum tasting & food walking tour in Nassau?

The exact duration isn’t specified, but plan for several hours including multiple stops for tastings and stories in downtown Nassau.

Is food included on the Nassau rum tasting tour?

Yes, you’ll enjoy conch fritters, locally infused appetizers, and rum cake along with your rum tastings.

Are there restroom facilities during the tour?

Yes, there are restroom facilities at every stop along the route.

Do I need to bring ID for this Nassau tour?

If you’re 18 or older and plan to drink alcohol (the legal age in The Bahamas), bring valid photo ID.

What happens if my cruise ship is late or can’t dock?

If your cruise is delayed or unable to dock due to weather, you’re eligible for a full refund for this tour.

Is public transportation available near the meeting point?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby in downtown Nassau.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

The tour involves walking; travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers are not recommended to join.

How many people are in each group?

Tours are capped at 12 guests per group for a more personal experience.

What’s included

Your day includes five Bahamian rum tastings led by a local guide as you stroll through downtown Nassau, plus three cocktails along the way. You’ll snack on conch fritters, locally infused appetizers, and classic rum cake before ending with a hands-on cocktail mixology session inside an exclusive private speakeasy only accessible through this experience. Local taxes are covered too.