The 8 Best Graycliff Experiences in Nassau

1.Graycliff Chocolatier – The Art of Chocolate Interactive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · from $64Our pick

Spend about an hour at Graycliff Chocolatier in Nassau, where a local guide explains chocolate from bean to bar, leads tastings, and helps you create a custom bar in the classroom. The small group, capped at 12 people, keeps the hands-on work manageable. Bring a credit card, since the facility is cashless.

“We had a great time. This was a nice break from the heat and sun. The tour was educational and the staff very friendly. The chocolate is delicious too!!”

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2.Graycliff Chocolatier Chocolate and Spirits Tasting in Nassau

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $82

At Graycliff Chocolatier in Nassau, you’ll tour the chocolate-making facility and sample handmade chocolates paired with rum, whiskey, port, wine, beer, and other spirits. Guides such as Tasia, Anastasia, and Melissa explain the bean-to-bar process and why pairings work. The 18-plus tasting starts at 11:30 a.m. and serves groups of up to 16.

“Anastasia was remarkably informative and was so nice. Will definitely go back to visit her. The entire experience was about 2hrs.”

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3.Afternoon Tea at Graycliff Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $96

Spend about 90 minutes at Nassau’s historic Graycliff Hotel with only your own group. Choose imported tea, Bahamian bush tea, or Graycliff organic coffee, then enjoy sandwiches, warm scones, petit fours, and chocolate bonbons made on site. Champagne is available for an added touch of luxury.

“The setting was perfect for afternoon tea -- stately china, crystal, attentive wait staff and delicious food. My absolute favorite element was the Graycliff chocolate. What a nice memory of a wonderful afternoon.”

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4.5-Course Wine Luncheon at Graycliff Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $185

At Nassau’s Graycliff Hotel, you’ll begin with sparkling wine, tour the property and wine cellar, then sit down for five seasonal courses with matching wines. Guides including Michael and Jeffrey have helped make the visit personal and fun. The experience lasts about two hours, starts at 12:30 pm, and requires smart-casual dress.

“It was excellent food and service was incredible! The tour was what brought it down to a 4, could be longer and more informational. I will emphasize the lunch was awesome, 5 wines to pair with 5 courses with additional sorbet and cheese course! Amazing experience and definitely recommend!”

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5.Afternoon Tea at Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5 reviews · 1 day · from $96

Spend an elegant afternoon at Nassau’s historic Graycliff Hotel with tea, coffee, sandwiches, scones, petit fours, sweets, and chocolates from the hotel’s own chocolate factory. Choose black, green, or herbal tea, with champagne available for an extra charge. Meet five minutes early. English service.

“The setting was lovely albeit a bit worn. The food and beverages were wonderful as was the table setting and the service. The only negative was that the establishment, including the bathrooms were not accessible for those with mobility limitations.”

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6.Cigar Demo and Rum Tasting at Graycliff Cigar Company

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $176Top rated

At Graycliff Cigar Company in central Nassau, a guide introduces you to tobacco leaves, cigar blending, storage, and smoking. Watch the 16 master rollers at work, try rolling a cigar yourself when offered, then taste a flight of rums including Mount Gay, Barbancourt, and John Watling’s. The 1.5-hour visit ends where it begins.

“The cigar company is a short walk from the cruise port. You have indoor and outdoor seating where you can enjoy a hand rolled cigar and a glass of whatever you'd like. Excellent friendly staff with a welcoming atmosphere. Very enjoyable.”

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7.Wine Luncheon at the Graycliff Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $172

At Graycliff Restaurant in Nassau, you’ll begin with champagne, tour the cellar with a sommelier, and enjoy five seasonal courses paired with wine. The collection holds more than 250,000 bottles from 400 vintners. Staff members including Karen, Valentino, Glinton, Denero, and Gregory help shape this two-hour, adults-only experience.

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8.Graycliff Hotel “Escape Nassau” Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $160

Trade Nassau’s busy streets for Graycliff Hotel’s gardens, pool, lounge, wine collection, and restaurant. You’ll receive a welcome drink, a property tour, towels, changing-room access, and a three-course lunch. The small group is capped at 10 people, with optional cigar, port, cognac, champagne, and chocolate upgrades available at extra cost.

“Earlier this year I was working on a cruise ship and had a friend visiting me. I've been to Nassau quite a few times and wanted to take my friend somewhere other than the usual spots!”

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