Shopping guide to Nassau cruise port: reviews of top 16 shops including John Bull, Colombian Emeralds, Cartier, Diamonds International, Coin of the Realm, and many more.
Nassau is a well-known shopping paradise for cruise passengers looking for bargains and duty-free goods like jewelry, watches, and accessories, but also spirits and perfumes. Atlantis has quite a few high-end shops, but the best stores in Nassau are on Bay Street.
On the main street of Nassau you will find boutiques like Breitling, Cartier, David Yurman, Fendi, TAG Heuer or Rolex; and the top brands and labels in stores such as Colombian Emeralds, Diamonds International, Effy Jewelry, Sophia Fiori, John Bull, Little Switzerland, Quantum or Bacardi.
Good to Know
VAT - Since January 2015, 7.5% VAT (Value Added Tax) has been mandatory but cruise ship passengers like any other visitor, enjoy a Zero-Rated VAT on purchases above $25.00 - clothes are VAT-free on purchases above $100.00. Most shops display signs stating "Authorized Tax and Duty-Free Goods". Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday - between 9 AM and 5 PM - and on Sundays when and if cruise ships are in port.
Top Shops Downtown Nassau
(A to Z)
1. Bacardi
Besides all variations of the Bacardi Rum label, the cruise passengers will find in this brand store labels and spirits like Grey Goose Vodka, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Scotch Whisky, Cazadores, and Patron Tequilas, and Leblon Cachaça. On the second floor, the Roof Top Bar with a veranda is a fabulous place for a rest and people watching.
Bacardi - Nassau
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| Where: | On the left side (East) of the cruise port, at the junction of Bay Street and East Street. |
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| What: | The best place in Nassau for premium spirits and Rum, in particular. |
2. Breitling
Breitling is one of the top Swiss watchmakers specializing in technical timepieces. The mechanical chronograph movement is renowned for precision. The elegant style with large faces is designed for readability in its two main markets - diving and aviation - and includes famous models like Avenger, Navitimer, Superocean, or the Transocean Chronograph GMT.
Breitling - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Watches |
| Address: | Bay Street (across from Prince George Plaza) |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.breitling.com |
| Phone: | (242) 326-8939 |
3. Cartier
French Luxury
Cartier is a French luxury jeweler and watches manufacturer with two locations in Nassau - one downtown on Bay Street and another in the Crystal Court of the Atlantis Resort. The company has a long and distinguished history of serving royalty, as well as stars and celebrities. A pioneer in European luxury watchmaking, Cartier was at the source of some of the very first wristwatches. The brand is proud of its technical excellence and upholds its reputation as a master-watchmaker.
Cartier - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown and Atlantis |
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| What: | Jewelry, watches, china, sunglasses, fragrances, handbags, crocodile belts, silk scarves, and gift items |
| Address: | 284 Bay Street and Crystal Court |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.cartier.com |
| Phone: | (242) 322-4391 |
4. Colombian Emeralds
Although sometimes poorly rated for their lack of after-sales and customer service, Colombian Emeralds is the top specialist for this famous green gemstone in Nassau. Besides emeralds, the cruise passenger will also find jewelry brands like Charriol, Damiani, Lauren G Adams, or Quattour; and watches like Shinola, TagHeur, Philip Stein, Bulova, Raymond Weil.
Colombian Emeralds - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Emeralds, diamonds, sapphires, pearls, tanzanite, designers watches and jewelry brands. |
| Brands: | Bulova, Citizen, Lauren G Adams, Mark Henry, Marahlago, Tissot |
| Address: | Bay Street |
| Open: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.colombianemeralds.com |
| Phone: | (242) 326-4745 |
5. Coin Of The Realm
This shop is well-known for exclusive lines like Thomas Sabo watches and the exquisitely set conch pearl by Frieden. As the name suggests, you will also find treasure coins from the Bahamas, Roman, and Greek dating back to the 4th century BC.
Coin Of The Realm - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Fine jewelry, watches, gifts. |
| Address: | Charlotte Street |
| Open Hours: | Monday to Saturday 10AM - 5PM |
| Website: | Facebook Page |
| Phone: | (242) 322-4862 |
6. David Yurman
David Yurman is a privately held high-end American designer jewelry company known for its signature cable bracelet—a twisted helix adorned with gemstones on its ends.
David Yurman - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Jewelry, Watches, Leather Goods, Perfume |
| Address: | Bay Street |
| Open: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.davidyurman.com |
| Phone: | (242) 302-2800 |
7. Diamonds International
The largest duty-free jeweler in the Caribbean, Diamonds International has two shops in Nassau. One at the east end of Bay Street and another at the west end of this street. Both shops have an extensive selection of diamonds, offering the possibility of upgrades. And also many other gemstones. The cruise passenger can select a stone, choose a mounting and pick it up before sailing. Crown of Light, Hearts On Fire, and Forevermark are three of the many collections on offer.
Diamonds International - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Diamonds and Gemstones |
| Brands: | Crown of Light, Hearts On Fire and Forevermark |
| Address: | Bay Street |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.diamondsinternational.com |
| Phone: | (242) 322-1851 |
8. Diamonds International Watch
This shop by Diamonds International is exclusively dedicated to watches and timepieces. It is next to the one with diamonds and gemstones. It has a broad selection of designer watches and the most well-known brands like Hamilton, Movado, Philip Stein, Audemars Piguet, Girard-Perregaux, Corum, Ernst Benz, Zenith, and Longines.
DI Watch - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Watches and Time Pieces |
| Brands: | Movado, Philip Stein, Audemars Piguet, Girard-Perregaux, Corum, Ernst Benz, Zenith and Longines. |
| Address: | 243 Bay Street |
| Open: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.diamondsinternational.com |
| Phone: | (242) 323-4054 |
9. Effy Jewelry
Effy has become ubiquitous in the Caribbean with its inspired and impressive designs. Family-owned and New York-based, Effy jewelry includes a lifetime warranty and a US-based customer service center. Amongst other brands, the cruise ship passengers should look for DiVersa, a piece of original changeable jewelry. Effy has two shops on Bay Street.
Effy Jewelry - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Original designed jewelry |
| Collections: | Gemma Collection Rings, DiVersa, Signature Collection Panther Ring. |
| Address: | Baker Building and International Bazaar Bay Street |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.effyjewelry.com |
| Phone: | (242) 326-5931 |
10. Gucci Boutique
Italian Fashion
Founded by Guccio Gucci in Florence in 1906, Gucci is an Italian iconic fashion and leather goods label. Gucci is considered one of the most famous and prestigious fashion brands in the world. Easily recognizable by the use of its logo. The name Gucci conjures a vibe of exclusivity and prestige, an Italian brand of quality. As one of the world’s leading purveyors of personal luxury goods, Gucci stands for more than just fine quality shoes or suits. The Gucci Group is now a multi-brand conglomerate with a collection of high fashion brands like Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, Boucheron, YSL, YSL Beauté, and more.
Gucci - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Watches, clocks, leather goods, accessories and shoes, designer wear, perfume |
| Address: | Bank Lane and Bay Street |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.gucci.com |
| Phone: | (242) 325-0561 |
11. John Bull
John Bull is one of the best shops in all the Caribbean Islands. John Bull represents over 200 of the most well-known luxury brands distributed into six different departments: leather, perfume, cosmetics, jewelry, timepieces, and cameras. John Bull is also the official Rolex retailer and has an exclusive Cartier Boutique adjacent to the main entrance.
John Bull - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown, Marina Village and Crystal Court on Atlantis Resort |
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| What: | Jewelry, timepieces, cameras, perfume, cosmetics and leather |
| Brands: | Bulgari, Panerai, Movado, Breitling, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co., Mikimoto, Michael Kors, and Coach. |
| Address: | 284 Bay Street |
| Open: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.johnbull.com |
| Phone: | 241 302 2800 |
12. Little Switzerland
With over 25 stores, Little Switzerland is one of the top shops in the Caribbean islands. It showcases a diversity of collections of jewelry, watches, and accessories. Its in-store brand boutiques include the Breitling Boutique. But you will also find designer brands like Tag Heuer, David Yurman, Roberto Coin, Tiffany, Movado, John Hardy, Chopard, or Cartier.
Little Switzerland - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Jewelry, watches and accessories |
| Brands: | Alex and Ani, John Hardy, Roberto Coin, Mikimoto, Omega, Tory Burch and Ippolita. |
| Address: | Bay Street |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.littleswitzerland.com |
| Phone: | (242) 322-8522 |
13. Quantum
If the cruise ship passenger is looking for a Time-Piece (not just a good watch), this is the boutique to go. Quantum has an impressive selection of the best fine-watches. And is the exclusive agent for brands such as IWC, Vacheron Constantin, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Mont Blanc, and Dior. Take your time in the VIP lounge and let the excellent experts guide you through the unusual world of Limited-Edition Watches. Don't miss the Jewelry by Piaget and writing instruments by Mont Blanc.
Quantum - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Time Pieces and fine watches |
| Brands: | Dior, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Mont Blanc, Piaget, and Vacheron Constantin. |
| Address: | Bay Street |
| When: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | Facebook Page |
| Phone: | (242) 328-5005 |
14. TAG Heuer Boutique
Known for the pursuit of high precision and top quality fine watches, TAG Heuer is a superior brand that cruise ship passengers should look into if shopping for a timepiece. The boutique on Bay Street also displays an eye-wear collection and lifestyle leather accessories like cuff-links, rings, bracelets, belts, jackets, bags, or wallets.
TAG Heuer - Nassau
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| Where: | Downtown |
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| What: | Watches and Time Pieces; Leather accessories, sunglasses and jackets. |
| Address: | 324 Bay Street |
| Open: | Everyday - morning and afternoon until cruise ships sail. |
| Website: | www.tagheuer.com |
| Phone: | 242 376 4053 |
Shops in Atlantis
15. Marina Village
Cruise passengers will find at the Marina Village of Atlantis some shops, which have their main store on Bay Street. Names like Colombian Emeralds International, John Bull, Park Lane Jewelers, Milano, Diamond Center, Pirana Joe, and Tortuga Rum Cakes. But some stores are only found at the Marina Village. Such as Calypso Carousel, Dooney & Bourke, The Plait Lady, or the Doongalik Art Gallery. For a coffee, snack, or lunch, the cruise passenger can choose from places like Johnny Rockets, Starbucks, Ben and Jerry's ice cream, or restaurants such as the SeaFire Steakhouse, Carmine, and Café Martinique.
Marina Village in Atlantis - Nassau
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| Where: | In the Atlantis Resort - the major public, open area. Atlantis is located on Paradise Island, 2 miles from the Cruise Port. |
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| What: | Shops, Restaurants, Coffee Houses, Art Gallery. |
| Open Hours: | Everyday from 9 AM to 11PM. |
| Website: | www.atlantisbahamas.com |
16. Crystal Court
Between the Casino and the Coral Towers in Atlantis, the Crystal Court is a small shopping mall featuring high-end designer boutiques - women’s and men’s fashion brands like Cartier, Gucci, Ferragamo, Bulgari, Versace, Lalique, Faconable, Amici, Cole’s of Nassau, Michael Kors, Gucci, David Yurman.
Crystal Court - Nassau
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| Where: | In the Atlantis Resort - the major public, open area. Atlantis is located on Paradise Island, 2 miles from the Cruise Port. |
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| What: | High End Fashion Labels. |
| Open Hours: | Everyday from 10 AM to 11PM. |
| Website: | www.atlantisbahamas.com |
