Bimini
Country: Bahamas · Region: Bahamas · Currency: Bahamian Dollar
Bimini is a small, quiet Bahamian district of three coral islands located just 50 miles east of Florida, famous for deep-sea fishing, shark diving, and its connections to Ernest Hemingway. The islands offer a peaceful tropical destination with unique diving opportunities, including shipwrecks and legendary Atlantis-related sites.
Top sights
SS Sapona shipwreck, Bimini Stones, Dolphin House Museum, Bimini Nature Trail, Shell Beach, Hemingway history sites
Things to do
- Dolphin House Museum
- A dolphin and whale-inspired museum located on Queen's Highway in Alice Town.
- Bimini Museum
- Located in Alice Town on King's Highway with a collection of artifacts and exhibits on the island's history.
- Bimini Nature Trail
- An interpretive trail through a protected dry forest on South Bimini with information about local plants and animals.
- SS Sapona shipwreck
- A storied shipwreck that ran aground in 1926 during a hurricane, popular for diving expeditions.
Beaches
- Shell Beach
- One of the prettier and more secluded beaches in Bimini, accessible via the Bimini Nature Trail.
- Queen's Highway beaches
- Several small beaches located along Queen's Highway on the east coast of North Bimini.
Where to eat
- Stuart's Conch Stand
- Recommended spot for conch dishes served on a deck overlooking the Bimini lagoon with views of stingrays and water birds.
- Captain Bob's Restaurant
- Located on King's Highway next to Royal Bank, offering breakfast and lunch only and accepting VISA and MasterCard.
Bars and nightlife
- End of the World Bar
- A long-time favourite spot where panties, bras, and business cards line the walls and ceiling, known for the goobay smasher drink.
Getting around
North Bimini is small and easily traversed by bicycle or golf cart, with two main roads (Kings Highway and Queen's Highway); a small ferry connects North and South Bimini in 5 minutes.
What to eat
Stuart's Conch Stand in Bailey Town specializes in conch dishes served on a deck overlooking the lagoon, while Bimini Big Game Resort & Marina and Captain Bob's Restaurant offer other dining options.
Tips
Avoid swimming at Big Game Marina due to feeding sharks; only swim with sharks on authorized dive shop tours with experienced staff.
Best for
Deep-sea fishing, shark diving, shipwreck diving