Graycliff Chocolatier

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier and cigar company offer fun and interactive tours. That, combined with the other Graycliff Nassau sites, makes the area a fantastic addition to any Bahamas itinerary.

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier and the cigar company are part of the expansive Graycliff Nassau Heritage Village. From learning about the history of chocolate and cigars to hands-on demonstrations, the area offers many exciting things to do. That, combined with Graycliff’s accessible location, makes the village one of Nassau’s best places to visit. 

Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier: Tour Graycliff Nassau

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier is part of Graycliff Nassau.

Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant: How to Visit

If you’re in the Downtown Nassau area, the easiest way to reach the Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier and cigar factory is by walking. It should take you between 10 and 15 minutes to get to the Heritage Village from the cruise terminal or a similar downtown location.  Travelers staying at Atlantis, the Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort, or another hotel in the area should taxi. Doing so is the simplest way to reach the village. Given the number of Downtown Nassau attractions surrounding Graycliff Bahamas, consider spending the day doing a walking tour of Old Town. Doing so will let you appreciate Nassau’s past and present. 

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier is open every day of the week from 9 am to 5 pm. It’s only closed on major holidays. A chocolate tour will cost $54.95, while a cigar tour will cost $10.

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier serves up delicious treats.

Graycliff Nassau Heritage Village: Where Is It?

The Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant operates the Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier, along with the other venues that make up the Graycliff Heritage Village.

Built in the 1700s, the hotel is one of the oldest structures in Nassau and has played an important role in the island’s history. From functioning as a private residence to becoming the luxury hotel it is today, its colorful history features figures as diverse as pirate captains to Sir Winston Churchill. 

The hotel is on West Hill Street, as is the surrounding Heritage Village. 

Even if you don’t smoke, the Graycliff Cigar Factory is still a fun place to visit.

What to See and Do at Graycliff Bahamas 

1. Learn About Chocolate Production at the Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier 

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier is the best place in Nassau to learn about chocolate production. Besides getting a lesson into the origins of the sweet treat, you’ll also get to try your hand at making your own. As you don a chef’s hat, you’ll get to choose the type of chocolate you’ll want to make, as well as which flavors to add. Once you finish, you’ll have the chance to purchase additional chocolate in addition to the chocolate you made. 

The Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant is just a short walk away from downtown.

2. Get Insight Into Cigar Construction 

Whether you’re a cigar smoker or just looking to learn more about another Caribbean product, you’ll find a tour at the Graycliff Cigar Factory to be fascinating. In around ten minutes, you’ll learn about the history of cigar production and witness the hard work that goes into rolling each individual stick. 

Consider picking up a box of cigars to bring home as a souvenir! 

Tours are a great way to learn about different production methods.

3. Explore Other Graycliff Bahamas Attractions 

Besides the Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier, you’ll find several other attractions worth visiting. Bahama Barrels is the first and only winery on the island, while the Humidor Churrascaria is an upscale restaurant. 

Likewise, lovers of history won’t want to pass up on the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas. 

Many of the Graycliff Nassau buildings are historic.

Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier: One of Many Heritage Village Attractions 

The Graycliff Bahamas Chocolatier and cigar company are two of many attractions in the Heritage Village. Operated by the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant, the area offers some of the top attractions in the Downtown Nassau area. 

Nassau features dozens of fantastic attractions, many of which standard travel guides don’t mention. If you’re looking to learn more about these destinations, browse our other travel posts and interactive Nassau Downtown map. 

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