The State Department has updated its travel advisory for The Bahamas to warn visitors about violent crime and other potential risks.

“Violent crime — like armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults — can occur anywhere in The Bahamas,” according ... Stay alert in the ‘Over the Hill’ area in Nassau, south ...

Stay alert in the 'Over the Hill' area in Nassau ... especially where private security is not present." Travelers to The Bahamas are warned that boating, jet skiing and other beach activities ...

The Bahamas are under a level two travel advisory ... Travelers are advised to stay alert while in the “Over the Hill” area of Nassau, south of Shirley Street, where officials said gangs ...

urging travellers to avoid Nassau’s “Over the Hill” area. The US State Department released a travel advisory for the Bahamas on March 31, 2025, citing crime and swimming-related risks.