Hope Town's 250 Years of History: An Audio Tour

Hope Town's 250 Years of History: An Audio Tour

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2h
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Overview

Hope Town’s pastel cottages and winding lanes tell a story that began nearly 250 years ago, with brave American Loyalists seeking refuge.
On this self-guided audio walking tour, you’ll discover how this Bahamian settlement was a sanctuary for those fleeing the American Revolution, and later became the vibrant community it is today. You’ll explore historic homes, centuries-old cemeteries, and learn how the controversial lighthouse that once threatened the town’s economy became its salvation. You’ll weave through narrow streets originally designed for donkey carts, passing charming colonial homes with their signature bright shutters. Along the way, you’ll hear tales of shipwreck salvagers, boat builders, and the resilient families who shaped this island’s unique character through generations of challenges and triumphs.

Activity location

Post Office Dock
- Queen's Highway
- Hope Town, Hope Town, The Bahamas

Meeting/Redemption Point

Post Office Dock
- Queen's Highway
- Hope Town, Hope Town, The Bahamas

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Hope Town's 250 Years of History: An Audio Tour in English

2h
Opening hours: Fri 0:00-23:59
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Price details

P 1,173.63 x 1 AdultP 1,173.63

Total

What's included, what's not

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Post Office Dock (Pass by)

Walk onto the historic dock where mail and essential supplies once arrived monthly by ship to sustain this remote island community. Discover how this waterfront location served as Hope Town's lifeline to the outside world for generations of Bahamian settlers.

Byrle Patterson Memorial Garden (Pass by)

Stroll through this peaceful memorial garden and learn about the Lucayan people who inhabited Elbow Cay 600 years before European settlement. Explore the site that honours both ancient indigenous history and the community members who preserved these stories.

Wyannie Malone Historical Museum (Pass by)

Visit the historic building named after the pioneering woman who founded Hope Town after fleeing Charleston during the American Revolution. Discover artefacts, photographs, and stories that chronicle nearly 250 years of island life, from Loyalist refuge to thriving tourist destination.

Hope Town (Pass by)

Pass "The Beacon of Learning," which has educated island children since 1893 in traditional Bahamian values and academics. Marvel at how this small schoolhouse has served generations of families while maintaining its vital role in the community.

Elbow Reef Lighthouse (Pass by)

Explore the iconic candy-striped lighthouse, the last manual lighthouse in the Bahamas, still operating with its original Victorian-era clockwork mechanism. Discover how locals initially opposed its construction because their livelihoods depended on salvaging shipwrecks that the lighthouse would prevent.

The Cholera Cemetery (Pass by)

Walk through this somber historic graveyard that tells tales of the cholera outbreak that devastated the island community. Experience the poignant reminders of maritime adventures and the hardships faced by generations of Hope Town families.

Hope Town Sailing Club (Pass by)

Pass the waterfront club that celebrates the island's deep maritime traditions and boat-building heritage. Enjoy views of the harbour where fishing boats and sailboats continue the seafaring legacy that has defined Hope Town since its founding.

Fire Station No.3 (Pass by)

Marvel at this small island fire station that serves Hope Town's close-knit community with volunteer firefighters. Discover how this essential service protects the historic wooden structures and colonial cottages that define the settlement's character.

Lower Public Dock (Pass by)

Stroll along this bustling waterfront where locals and visitors arrive by boat, continuing Hope Town's tradition as a water-accessible community. Experience the lively atmosphere where fishing vessels, pleasure boats, and water taxis connect the island to the wider Bahamas.

Dinghy Dock (Pass by)

Visit the small dock where residents and visitors tie up their dinghies after arriving from larger boats anchored offshore. Walk along this essential maritime access point that reflects Hope Town's enduring relationship with the sea.

Location

Activity location

Post Office Dock
- Queen's Highway
- Hope Town, Hope Town, The Bahamas

Meeting/Redemption Point

Post Office Dock
- Queen's Highway
- Hope Town, Hope Town, The Bahamas

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