Graycliff Heritage Village

Home to several of the top Nassau attractions, the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas is a can’t-miss part of the island. With history, art, culture, and more, it has something to offer everyone.

The Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas is home to an eclectic collection of venues. From making chocolate to seeing a 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite slice, the area around the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant is full of fun. Because of that, it’s an excellent place to visit no matter your interests.

Good to Know

Location: Graycliff Bahamas Heritage Village, West Hill Street

How Long to Spend: Couple of hours to see the village and make your way through the different venues

TripAdvisor Rating: 4 stars.

Nearby Attractions: Graycliff Hotel, John Watling’s Distillery, Government House

Entry Fees: No entrance fee to the Heritage Village, but attractions within have fees

Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas: Visit Graycliff Nassau

Colorful displays line West Hill Street in Nassau Bahamas where visitors can enjoy many Nassau Attractions at the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas

There’s a lot to see and do in the area.

Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas: How to Visit

The Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas is just around a ten-minute walk from the Nassau cruise port. Travelers arriving into Nassau on a cruise ship will, therefore, find it an accessible and convenient destination to visit.

If you’re staying at a hotel in the Nassau area, taxiing to the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant will be the easiest way to get there. After seeing the different Graycliff Bahamas sites, you can then explore the surrounding Old Town attractions.

West Hill Street in Nassau Bahamas is home to the sprawling Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas, a unique cultural, historical and shopping destination for tourists in Nassau Old Town.

The Graycliff Heritage Village Nassau is full of bright colors.

As mentioned, there isn’t an entry fee to enter the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas area, but certain venues will charge you. The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas, for example, costs $18.50 for adults and $12.25 for children (as of 2023). Likewise, participating in a tour at the Graycliff Chocolatier will also require you to pay.

Graycliff Bahamas: Where Is It?

Graycliff Nassau encompasses part of the street on which the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant sits – West Hill Street. The hotel itself is in a stunning historic mansion – complete with lush gardens, artwork galore, and a beautiful swimming pool. Famous guests like Winston Churchill and members of the British royal family have stayed there.

Visit the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant, a beautiful and historic hotel in Nassau Old Town. The center piece of the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas, visitors can enjoy the lush gardens and guest only swimming pool.

The Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant operates the surrounding district.

If you don’t mind being away from the beach and aren’t afraid to splurge, the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant could be the perfect place to stay.

What to See and Do at Graycliff Nassau

View Local Art

Art murals adorn the walls and west hell street at the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas in Nassau old town downtown.

Graycliff Nassau is an artsy area of the island.

The Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas is one of the top places on the island to appreciate local art. From murals and artist studios to the National Art Gallery of the Bahamas further down the street, it’s the perfect area to view art and maybe take home a piece of your own.

Learn About History

Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas features many different Nassau Attractions including Graycliff chocolatier and cigar maker, Bahama Barrels by Graycliff and the historical Graycliff hotel & restaurant.

The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas is one of just many Graycliff attractions.

The Heritage Museum of the Bahamas is across the street from the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant. Located in a historic (and allegedly haunted) building, it features a labyrinth of artifacts, relics, and historical treasures.

From slavery and plantation life to piracy and the colonial era, the amount of pieces on display is staggering.

Juxtaposed amongst the historical items is a slice of pre-history. The elective private collector who pieced together most of the collection on display was able to acquire a 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite slice!

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

Bahamas Barrels by Graycliff is a cultural experience where visitors can try wine tasting, locally produced wines made by Graycliff.

Bahamas Barrels is the place to go to learn about (and sample) different wines.

Besides art and history, the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas is a fantastic place to enjoy good food and drinks.

The Graycliff Chocolatier, for examples, allows travelers to make (and eat) their own chocolate, while Bahama Barrels by Graycliff is the only winery on the island.

At the hotel itself, travelers can also stop by the restaurant for lunch or dinner. Just remember that there’s a dress code. In the evenings, formal attire is expected!

Graycliff Heritage Village Travel Tips

Time your visit to beat the crowds: Graycliff Nassau can get a bit busy in the afternoon as groups of travelers make their way to the village from the cruise port. If possible, try to arrive as early as possible to beat the crowds. As the street is narrow and the venues are small, doing so will offer a much more enjoyable experience.
Stop by the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas: While Nassau is home to many historical sites, the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas houses one of the finest collections of artifacts in the country. Covering all major time periods of Bahamian history, it’s a can’t-miss site.
Know the history of the area: The Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas becomes more interesting when you understand the area’s history. Originally built by pirates in 1740, the Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant has evolved throughout the years into the eclectic collection of venues it is today.

Charles Towne is a historical district of Nassau Old Towne, located on the site of the Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas.

Charles Towne was the original name of Nassau.

Graycliff Hotel & Restaurant: Explore the Best of Nassau

The Graycliff Heritage Village Bahamas has expanded in recent years. Today, it houses everything from the Graycliff Chocolatier to the Heritage Museum of the Bahamas. Given the number of things you can do at Graycliff Bahamas, it’s one area you’ll want to make time for.

While Graycliff Nassau has a lot to offer, Nassau is full of other exciting attractions. To learn more about these different places, check out our other travel guides and browse our interactive map.