Alice Town City
Principal settlement on North Bimini island
Bimini’s Alice Town is a short hop from Florida and a base for big-game fishing, bonefishing flats and wreck dives; rum bars, seafood shacks and Hemingway lore keep evenings lively.
Alice Town at a Glance#
Costs: Moderately expensive, tourist services available - typical daily spend $100-$180 for midrange stays, boat trips and dining.
Safety: Reasonably safe and tourist-oriented - safe, tourist-focused town with routine petty-theft risks; stay cautious at night near docks.
Best Time: Visit in winter months (Nov-Apr) - november-April: pleasant weather, calmer seas ideal for daytrips to wrecks and reefs.
Why Visit Alice Town?#
Close to the U.S. coast, Alice Town on Bimini is a magnet for anglers and snorkelers seeking quick-access Caribbean waters. Boat trips to the Sapona wreck and the mysterious Bimini Road complement world-class tuna and marlin fishing, and local seafood shacks serve conch salad and grouper sandwiches. Island lore about Hemingway and lively waterfront bars give the place a compact but spirited nightlife.
Best Things to Do in Alice Town#
Alice Town Bucket List#
Bimini Road - Snorkel or boat along the Bimini Road, the famous underwater limestone formation.
Sapona shipwreck - Visit the historic Sapona shipwreck accessible by kayak or short boat ride.
Bimini Big Game Club Museum - Learn about Bimini’s fishing heritage and Hemingway-era sportfishing memorabilia at the museum.
Dolphin House (snorkel site) - Snorkel the coral garden with small sculptures and abundant tropical fish populations.
North Bimini fishing charters - Book a local charter for inshore fishing, bonefishing flats, or offshore sportfishing trips.
Local seafood shacks - Try conch dishes and fresh-caught fish at family-run roadside eateries and fish markets.
South Bimini and Dolphin House - Take a short boat trip to South Bimini for snorkeling at the Dolphin House reef.
Sapona shipwreck snorkel - Snorkel around the partially submerged Sapona concrete ship lying off Bimini’s coast.
Best Time to Visit Alice Town#
Alice Town (Bimini) is most enjoyable from November to April when cooler temperatures and steady breezes favor fishing and snorkeling. Summers are hot and humid, with hurricane season requiring vigilance.
November - April
19 - 27°C (66 - 81°F)
Gentle trade winds and lower humidity make Bimini’s beaches, fishing, and snorkeling especially pleasant - peak season for effortless island days.
May - September
26 - 31°C (79 - 88°F)
Heat and humidity pick up; early mornings are prime for fishing, but afternoons can feel oppressive without shade or sea breezes.
June - November
26 - 31°C (79 - 88°F)
Storm risk is higher; fewer tourists and deals are appealing if you can remain flexible and watch weather updates closely.
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1213 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (187 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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How to Get to Alice Town#
Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS): Most international visitors reach Bimini via a connection through Nassau or by ferry from Florida; domestic flights from NAS to Bimini are available with Western Air/Bahamasair on some schedules.
South Bimini Airport (BIM): South Bimini (BIM) is the island’s airport. From BIM you can take a short taxi or golf-cart transfer to Alice Town - typical ground travel time is under 10 minutes and fares are small (approx. USD 5-15 depending on luggage and exact drop-off). Ferries from Florida (seasonal) arrive at Bimini’s ferry terminal in Alice Town; ferry crossing times from the US are several hours depending on origin and operator and fares vary widely.
Train: There is no rail service in the Bahamas.
Bus / Local Shuttle: Bimini is small - local movement is mostly by foot, golf cart, taxi or small shuttle; there is no fixed-route public bus system. Transfers between the port, airport and town are short and inexpensive; many businesses will arrange pickups.
How to Get Around Alice Town#
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Where to Stay in Alice Town#
Alice Town - $60-160/night
Alice Town (Bimini) has a handful of budget guesthouses and small beachfront hotels; many visitors also use short-term rentals.
Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina - Historic resort, variable room rates
Local guesthouses (Airbnb listings) - Many small vacation rentals in town
Alice Town / North Bimini - $140-300/night
Mid-range options include well-known Bimini resorts with restaurants and water-sport services, convenient for island activities and transfers.
Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina - Comfortable rooms and full marina services
Resorts World Bimini - Resort complex with dining and activities
Resorts World Bimini / Alice Town - $250+/night
Luxury in Bimini centers on a few resort properties offering full-service amenities, high-end rooms, and on-site dining.
Resorts World Bimini (Hilton-operated areas) - Large resort with premium suites
Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina - Historic upscale rooms and marina slips
Where to Eat in Alice Town#
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Alice Town’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Shopping in Alice Town#
Shopping in Alice Town centers on tourist-oriented shops near the marina: souvenir stores, fishing and diving outfitters, and a few boutiques selling island-themed goods. For larger retail needs, buyers should look to larger Bahamian towns or bring supplies from the mainland.
Nightlife in Alice Town#
Alice Town’s nightlife is casual and focused on waterfront restaurants and a few bars near the marina. Nights are relaxed rather than club-oriented; live music and social gatherings happen seasonally and around special events.
