Hope Town’s noted landmark is its candy-striped lighthouse, which houses one of the only three kerosene powered lights in the world, and all three are in the Bahamas. The large Fresnel lens floating in a bath of mercury generates a light which is visible for more than 17 miles. Delve deep in to the regions’ history at the Wyannie Malone Museum which is named after the settlement’s founder. The museums displays an incredible collection of simple treasures donated by the locals and traces the history of Hope Town through maps, photos, documents, and other antiquities. When holidaying in Hope Town vacation homes, you are just a short distance away from the lovely beach where you can indulge in exciting water sports ranging from sailing and surfing to snorkeling and kayaking. You can also enjoy these activities at the elbow Cay , which stretches for a couple of miles to the north in North Hope Town and five miles south to Tahiti Beach - a stunning, sheltered and palm fringed beach. Wander around the narrow streets of the town where you can see magnificent houses built in typical Bahamian architectural style and plenty of small cafes which serve delicious local snacks with hot piping cup of coffee at affordable prices. If shopping is your calling, then browse through the lively shops and buy exquisite memorabilia to take back home.

Hope Town has several fine restaurants where you can dig in to a wide array of traditional food, sumptuous sea delicacies, and finest international cuisines ranging from Mexican, Spanish and French to Chinese, Japanese, and Caribbean fare. Easily accessible from Hope Town cottage rentals and house rentals, are a couple of harbour facing restaurants with spectacular views of the signature lighthouse. Check out Captain Jack's and Harbour's Edge where you can enjoy local Bahamian food, fresh fish and American fare. On weekends you may find live music. Enjoy the quaint ambiance while you are there.