Market · Bay Street, Nassau

Straw Market

Straw Market
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The Straw Market has been part of Nassau life for generations. Vendors sell woven bags, carvings and T-shirts. Bargaining is expected.

Updated November 8, 2026On day 1 of Nassau in 3 Days

Visiting Straw Market: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
45 minutes
Best time
Morning, before cruise crowds
Getting there
Walk on Bay Street near Prince George Wharf

Nassau itineraries with Straw Market

Day 1 of Nassau in 3 Days

Downtown Nassau

How Straw Market fits into a day.
  1. 9:30John Watling's DistilleryDowntown
  2. 10:30Parliament SquareBay Street
  3. 12:00Straw MarketBay Street
  4. 14:00Pirates of Nassau MuseumDowntown
  5. 18:30Arawak CayWest Bay Street
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Straw Market FAQs

Can you bargain at the Straw Market?

Yes, polite bargaining is normal.

Are all goods made locally?

Not all of them. Ask vendors which items are handmade in the Bahamas.

Do vendors take cards?

Some do, but cash is easier.

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