Paradise Island is a small island, roughly 685 acres, and most visitors spend the majority of their time within the Atlantis complex or, for Ocean Club guests, within the Four Seasons property. Getting around within the resort is the main transport need for most visitors, with occasional trips to Nassau the primary external movement.
On the Island
Walking is entirely practical for most movement within and around the Atlantis complex. The resort is large by hotel standards but navigable on foot: the walk from the Royal Towers to the Beach Tower, or from any part of the complex to the main beach, is manageable for healthy adults. The grounds are well-signed.
Atlantis resort transport: Within the expansive Atlantis complex, the resort operates internal guest transport, including trams or shuttles, to move guests between the more separated sections of the property, particularly between the casino, accommodation towers, Aquaventure, and the Marina Village area. This is complimentary for resort guests. Verify current internal shuttle system availability and routes.†
The Ocean Club (Four Seasons) is a separate and smaller property on the island's eastern end, with its own contained grounds. Guests there walk within the property.
Golf carts are not the typical mode of transport here: the island is not set up for them the way Harbour Island is. Taxis and the bridge are the main external connections.
Bicycles can sometimes be rented within the resort complex, though this is not a primary transport mode. Verify current rental availability.†
Between Paradise Island and Nassau
Taxis are the most common link between Paradise Island and Nassau. The drive across the bridge and into downtown Nassau takes approximately 20–25 minutes in normal traffic. Taxis queue at the Atlantis main entrance and at other hotel drop-off points. Government-regulated rates apply. Expect to pay approximately $15–25 one way to downtown Nassau. Verify current rates.†
Water taxi connects Atlantis Marina to Nassau Harbour (near the British Colonial Hilton and waterfront) on a scheduled service. The crossing takes a few minutes and provides a different approach to Nassau: arriving by sea, bypassing bridge traffic, landing near the cruise terminal and Bay Street area. A practical and pleasant alternative to taxis for Nassau day trips. Verify current water taxi schedule, fare, and operating hours.†
Walking the bridge: The Paradise Island Bridge is walkable and the distance from the bridge foot to the heart of downtown Nassau is manageable on foot. Some visitors walk the bridge for the harbour view and then take a jitney or taxi once in Nassau. Not recommended in full midday heat.
Practical Notes
- Car rental is rarely necessary for visitors focused on Paradise Island itself: the resort and island are compact enough that taxis and walking cover all needs.
- If you plan to visit Nassau's Fish Fry (Arawak Cay), the historic Fort Charlotte, or the Junkanoo Museum, plan a half-day excursion and use a taxi each way. Rideshare apps may be available in Nassau though reliability varies.†
- Traffic on the Paradise Island Bridge can back up significantly during cruise ship days (when Nassau receives multiple ships simultaneously) and on weekend afternoons. Build in buffer time if you have a flight to catch.
- The bridge toll (approximately $1 eastbound) is paid by the taxi driver and typically folded into the fare.
- Atlantis's internal scale means first-time visitors sometimes feel disoriented. Pick up a resort map on arrival: the complex is large enough that taking a wrong turn adds meaningful time to reaching a specific pool, restaurant, or facility.
Seeded from general knowledge as of 2026-06-08. Not yet compiled from verified sources.