Miami Boat Tours is the official Bayside operator for Miami’s daily sightseeing cruises — the trusted starting point for every celebrity homes tour and skyline boat ride on Biscayne Bay.
Miami Boat Tours offers the top-rated Miami boat tours departing daily from Bayside Marketplace, including daytime sightseeing cruises, sunset cruises, and evening skyline tours. Every 90-minute Miami boat tour follows the official Biscayne Bay route past celebrity homes, Star Island, Palm Island, Hibiscus Island, Fisher Island, South Beach, and the full Downtown Miami skyline — with live narration in English and Spanish.
Miami Boat Tours is a real on-site operator at
Bayside — not a reseller — giving guests a smooth, guided experience from the moment they arrive. Our pink kiosk in front of Victoria’s Secret offers free cold bottled water, free Cuban coffee, and personal assistance with check-in, directions, and tour information before every cruise.
Step aboard our spacious 120-passenger double-deck sightseeing boats featuring air-conditioning on the first level, an open-air top deck for 360° views, and Miami’s only real Mojito Bar onboard. From families and couples to solo travelers and groups, this is the Miami boat tour visitors return for and locals always recommend.
Miami Boat Tours from Bayside Marketplace
Our Miami boat tours depart daily from Bayside Marketplace and follow the official 90-minute Biscayne Bay sightseeing route past celebrity homes, island neighborhoods, and the Miami skyline. With live narration, open-air views, and Miami’s only real Mojito Bar onboard, each tour delivers a fun and memorable way to experience Miami from the water.
Why Choose Miami Boat Tours
When every website claims to offer a “Miami boat tour,” most of them are just resellers with no staff, no boats, and no real presence at Bayside. Miami Boat Tours is a real on-site operator with a full team, a physical kiosk, a check-in window, and a level of hospitality no reseller can match. Here’s what sets us apart:
Real Operator at Bayside Marketplace — Not a Reseller
We’re physically at Bayside every single day. Our pink kiosk in front of Victoria’s Secret is staffed with real employees who assist guests in person — not just over email or through a third-party reseller platform.
Free Water, Free Cuban Coffee & Real Miami Hospitality
Before your tour even starts, guests can stop at our kiosk for free cold bottled water, free Cuban coffee, help with questions, rescheduling, or directions. No other Miami boat operator welcomes guests this way — and it shows in the experience.
The Only Boat Tour in Miami With a Real Mojito Bar Onboard
Our boats feature the only real Mojito Bar on any Miami sightseeing cruise. Licensed bartenders mix fresh mojitos, cocktails, beer, wine, and soft drinks during the tour. No coolers. No pre-mix. No gimmicks. Just a true Miami experience on the water.
Large, Comfortable Double-Deck Sightseeing Boats
Our vessels carry up to 120 passengers and feature air conditioning on the first deck and a spacious open-air top deck with 360° views. Whether you want shade or skyline views, our boats give you comfort and space to enjoy the full route.
Fun, Unscripted Local Guides
Our guides don’t read a script. They talk with the crowd, ask where guests are visiting from, share real Miami stories, make jokes, and create a different energy on every cruise. This is Miami — not a pre-recorded tour.
Over 20 Years of Experience in Miami Tourism
With two decades of experience hosting guests on Miami sightseeing experiences, we know how to deliver tours the right way — safely, professionally, and with real Miami flavor. This is expertise no reseller can match.
The Best Value in Miami — No Middlemen, No Hidden Fees
Booking with a reseller means higher prices, unclear instructions, and no real support. Booking directly with Miami Boat Tours means fair pricing, real customer service, and the confidence of dealing with the operator, not a middleman.
Looking for more ways to explore the bay? Our Miami Skyline Cruise departing from Bayside Marketplace is another top-rated sightseeing option.
Miami Boat Tours is the on-site operator that actually runs the sightseeing cruises people see online — not a reseller, not a ticket broker, and not a marketplace listing. We are physically at Bayside Marketplace every day with real staff, real boats, a check-in kiosk, and a full crew hosting thousands of guests week after week.
When visitors book Miami boat tours, this is the company they ride with — the team behind the celebrity homes route, the skyline cruises, and the official 90-minute Biscayne Bay experience. From the first question at the kiosk to the last selfie on the top deck, your entire tour is handled by our own Miami Boat Tours staff.
If you’re comparing Miami boat tours, the difference is simple: most websites only sell tickets. Miami Boat Tours is the operator that checks you in at the kiosk, walks you to the boarding line, and takes you out on the water for the full Biscayne Bay sightseeing cruise. You can learn more about our team here.
Our Most Popular Miami Boat Tours
From daytime sightseeing to sunsets and nighttime skyline views, these are the three Miami boat tours travelers book the most. Each cruise is 90 minutes, fully narrated by our fun local guides, and features the only real Mojito Bar onboard any Miami boat tour, making every experience unforgettable on Biscayne Bay.
Miami Boat Tour – 90-Minute Celebrity Homes & Skyline Cruise
Our signature Miami Boat Tour is the classic Biscayne Bay sightseeing experience. Cruise past Star Island, Palm Island, Hibiscus Island, Fisher Island, and the Miami Beach waterfront while enjoying 360° skyline views and celebrity mansions. Our guides follow the official mansion route with the same verified information on every cruise, but the way they interact — the jokes, the stories, the crowd engagement — is always unscripted, making each tour fun and unique without ever changing the facts.
Miami Sunset Cruise – The Miami 3-in-1 Sunset Cruise
The Miami Sunset Cruise gives you Miami in three ways: daytime views, golden-hour sunset, and nighttime skyline — all in one trip. This Miami 3-in-1 Sunset Cruise is perfect for couples, families, and anyone who wants the best sunset photos in the city. It sells out daily for a reason.
Miami Night Cruise – Skyline Lights & Evening Views
The Miami Night Cruise offers unbeatable evening views of Downtown Miami, Brickell, and the celebrity islands under the city lights. Cool breezes, music, and illuminated skyline scenery make this one of the most unique nighttime activities in Miami.
Biscayne Bay Sightseeing Route – What You’ll See
Our 90-minute Miami Boat Tour follows the official Biscayne Bay sightseeing route, giving you direct views of Miami’s celebrity islands, historic landmarks, and the full Downtown skyline. The route remains the same on every daytime, sunset, and night cruise — the mansion locations and landmark order never change — ensuring consistent, accurate information on every tour.
Below is the complete Miami Boat Tours route:
Bayside Marketplace & Port of Miami
• Bayside Marketplace — official departure location in Downtown Miami.
• Port of Miami — one of the world’s largest cruise ports, known for massive vessels and panoramic waterfront views.
MacArthur Causeway
• Iconic bridge — connects Downtown Miami to South Beach.
• Film location — featured in Fast & Furious, Bad Boys II, True Lies, and The Transporter.
• Classic Miami scenery — instantly recognizable to visitors from around the world.
Venetian Causeway & Venetian Islands
• Miami’s oldest bridge — originally built in 1939.
• Historic & scenic route — crosses Biscayne Bay through a chain of man-made islands.
• Celebrity connections — past owners include Antonio Banderas, Jackie Chan, and Paulina Rubio.
Hibiscus Island & Palm Island
• Palm Island — famous for Al Capone’s former waterfront mansion.
• Hibiscus Island — known for luxurious estates and classic Miami architecture.
• A key highlight — essential stops on every Miami celebrity homes cruise.
Star Island
• Miami’s most iconic celebrity island — with homes belonging to or formerly owned by Gloria Estefan, Will Smith, P. Diddy, Rick Ross, David Beckham, Madonna, Rosie O’Donnell, Sylvester Stallone, Shaquille O’Neal, Antonio Banderas, and more.
• The most photographed area of the tour — unmatched views of Miami’s elite waterfront real estate.
Miami Beach Marina & The Triple Skyline View
• Three skylines at once — Miami Beach, South Beach, and Downtown Miami.
• Premier photo location — perfect for landmark, skyline, and yacht shots.
• Signature moment — a favorite among locals and visitors.
Fisher Island & Virginia Key
• Fisher Island — one of the richest ZIP codes in the United States, accessible only by boat or ferry.
• Virginia Key — home to natural coastlines and panoramic ocean views.
• Rickenbacker Causeway — gateway to Key Biscayne, offering stunning open-water vistas.
Miami’s Architectural Landmarks
As the cruise approaches Downtown Miami, you’ll see some of the city’s most famous architectural structures — defining features of Miami’s rapidly growing skyline:
• One Thousand Museum — designed by Zaha Hadid, known for its futuristic exoskeleton.
• Freedom Tower — Miami’s historic “Ellis Island of the South.”
• Aston Martin Residences — a waterfront luxury skyscraper overlooking the river.
• Icon Brickell Towers — striking triple-tower design along Biscayne Bay.
• Miami Tower — the color-changing building featured in films and TV.
• Panorama Tower — among Miami’s tallest residential skyscrapers.
These landmarks create one of the most recognizable skylines in the United States and offer unmatched photo opportunities.
Downtown Miami Skyline & Miami River Entrance
• 30–40 minutes of skyline views — the longest continuous viewing segment of the tour.
• Miami River entrance — view of Brickell’s waterfront towers.
• Optional Miami 360° spin — performed when water traffic allows, giving guests a full panoramic rotation of the skyline.
Return to Bayside Marketplace
The cruise ends back at Bayside Marketplace, completing a full 90-minute sightseeing loop through Miami’s celebrity islands, waterfront neighborhoods, and skyline highlights.
Pricing & Daily Departure Overview
Miami Boat Tours offers transparent, family-friendly pricing with departures available throughout the day, sunset, and evening. Every tour lasts 90 minutes and follows the same Biscayne Bay route featuring celebrity mansions, Star Island, and skyline views.
Tour Pricing
- Adults: $24.99
- Children (Ages 4–12): $21.99
- Children 3 and under: FREE
Unlike many resellers who charge for infants, we believe families should enjoy Miami without hidden or unnecessary fees.
Day Cruise Departures
Our daytime Miami boat tours operate with multiple departures beginning mid-morning and running through late afternoon.
- Daily departures starting at 10:30 AM
- Boats run approximately every hour or half-hour
- Last daytime cruise varies by season
- Winter: Up to 3:30 PM
- Summer: Up to 6:00 PM
Designed for clear skyline views, bright blue water, and ideal photography.
Sunset Cruise Departures (Miami 3-in-1 Sunset Experience)
The Miami Sunset Cruise is one of our top-selling tours, offering views during daylight, golden hour, and nighttime — all in one trip.
- Winter Sunset Departures: 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM
- Best 3-in-1 Sunset Cruise: 4:30 PM
- Summer Sunset Departures: 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM
- Best 3-in-1 Sunset Cruise: 7:30 PM
Sunset tours sell out quickly — early booking is recommended.
Night Cruise Departures
Our Miami Night Cruise lets you enjoy the skyline under the city lights.
- Summer: 8:00 PM
- Winter: The 7:30 PM departure becomes the night cruise
Perfect for couples, groups, and guests who want a relaxed evening on the water.
View Full Daily Schedule
For an up-to-date list of every departure time, view the complete schedule on our tour pages:
Your Experience Onboard – Comfort, Views & Miami’s Only Real Mojito Bar
Our Miami Boat Tours fleet is designed for comfort, sightseeing, and the best possible experience on Biscayne Bay. Every boat is a double-deck sightseeing vessel with wide open-air spaces, air-conditioning on the first level, and Miami’s only real Mojito Bar operated by licensed bartenders. Whether it’s your first time in Miami or your 10th, this onboard experience is the reason guests return again and again.
Spacious Double-Deck Sightseeing Boats
• Up to
120 passengers per vessel for a stable, smooth ride
•
Air-conditioned first deck with large panoramic windows
•
Open-air top deck offering 360° skyline and island views
• Comfortable seating and plenty of standing room for photo moments
The Only Real Mojito Bar Onboard Any Miami Boat Tour
• Freshly mixed mojitos (classic, strawberry, passion fruit & more)
• Fully licensed bartenders — no pre-mix, no shortcuts
• Beer, wine, cocktails, sodas, and bottled water available
• Card, Apple Pay, and cash accepted
This onboard Mojito Bar is exclusive to Miami Boat Tours — no other operator in Miami offers this level of service on a sightseeing cruise.
Fun, Interactive, Unscripted Tour Guides
• Guides follow the
official scripted mansion route with accurate facts
• Interaction, jokes, energy, and crowd engagement are
unscripted
• Every tour feels different depending on the group
• Presented live in English and Spanish
Guests consistently say our guides make the tour “the highlight of their trip.”
A Professional, Local Miami Crew
• Experienced captains trained for smooth, safe sightseeing cruises
• Deck crew available throughout the tour for assistance
• Fast, organized boarding at our Bayside check-in window
• Real customer service — no resellers, no third-party confusion
Designed for the Best Views in Miami
• 360° skyline visibility
• Ideal vantage points for Star Island mansions
• Perfect angles for Fisher Island, Venetian Islands & the sunset
• Clean decks and unobstructed railings for photography
Your onboard experience is crafted to match the beauty of Biscayne Bay — comfortable, scenic, and authentically Miami.
Departure Location & Check-In Information
➡️ Departure for all Miami Boat Tours begins at the waterfront at Bayside Marketplace, Miami’s most visited attraction and the official home of our daily sightseeing cruises.
All Miami boat tours depart from Bayside Marketplace at 401 Biscayne Blvd. Your experience begins at our pink kiosk located directly in front of Victoria’s Secret, where our team welcomes every guest with:
- Free cold bottled water
- Free Cuban coffee
- Help with questions, rescheduling, or directions
- On-site support no reseller can offer
From the kiosk, our team guides you to the official check-in window located behind Victoria’s Secret on the waterside, where boarding passes are issued.
What You Need to Check In
You do
not need an ID.
You do
not need a printed ticket.
You do
not need anything except:
➡️ Your confirmation email that you receive immediately after booking on this website.
Just show it on your smartphone — that’s all you need to receive your boarding passes.
How Check-In Works
- Arrive 30–45 minutes before departure
- Stop at the pink kiosk (front of Victoria’s Secret)
- Proceed to the check-in window (behind Victoria’s Secret)
- Receive your boarding passes
- Do NOT enter the boarding line without boarding passes
- Boats depart on time, and all tours operate rain or shine
Parking Information
- Parking is available at the Bayside Marketplace Garage
- Metered parking may be available along Biscayne Blvd
- Expect heavy traffic during Miami Heat games or big events at Kaseya Center
- Arrive earlier on weekends or holidays for best results
Accessibility Information
- Boats are wheelchair accessible
- Electric wheelchairs cannot be accommodated (safety reasons)
- Please notify staff in advance if you need assistance with boarding
Need Help Finding Us?
Our staff is available 365 days a year from 9 AM to 9 PM to provide directions or support.
- For day-of-tour assistance, call 786-714-1314
- A team member will guide you directly to the kiosk or check-in window
- For general questions or non-urgent help, visit our Contact Us page
What Guests Say About Their Miami Boat Tour Experience
Every year, thousands of visitors choose our Miami boat tours for one reason — the experience is consistently top-rated. From our Mojito Bar onboard to our fun, interactive tour guides and the incredible 360° skyline views, guests describe our tours as the highlight of their Miami trip.
Guests consistently mention:
- Amazing views
- Fun, engaging tour guides
- Great energy onboard
- Best Mojitos on the water
- Smooth, friendly check-in process
- A perfect experience for families, couples, and groups
Real Guest Experiences
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Hands-down the best Miami boat tour.”
“Our guide had the whole boat laughing while giving great info about the celebrity homes. The Mojito Bar was a big bonus — best mojito I’ve had in Miami. The views were unbelievable.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Super organized and friendly staff.”
“We checked in at the pink kiosk, grabbed a free Cuban coffee, and the staff walked us to the check-in window. Everything felt smooth and professional from start to finish.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Perfect mix of fun, information, and sightseeing.”
“The guide interacted with everyone, asked where people were from, and made the tour feel personal. You can tell they only follow a script for the mansion facts — the rest is real, natural, and fun.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Amazing sunset views — 100% worth it.”
“We booked the sunset tour and got daylight, golden hour, AND nighttime skyline views in one trip. The Miami 3-in-1 Sunset Cruise is a must. Bring your camera.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Great for families.”
“Our kids loved it, and the fact that children 3 and under are free saved us money. Very family-friendly atmosphere.”
Join Thousands of Happy Visitors
Ready to see why guests love touring Miami from the water?
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are the most common questions guests ask before joining our Miami boat tours.
Where do the boats depart from?
All tours depart from
Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd.
Start at our
pink kiosk in front of Victoria’s Secret, then check in at the
window behind Victoria’s Secret to receive your boarding passes.
What do I need to check in?
The
only thing you need is your
confirmation email on your phone.
No ID required unless purchasing alcoholic beverages.
How early should I arrive?
Arrive 30–45 minutes before departure to check in and get your boarding passes on time.
Are your tours family-friendly?
Yes — children are welcome.
Kids
3 and under ride free, and ages 4–12 receive a discounted child rate.
Do the tours run in the rain?
Yes — all tours operate
rain or shine.
Only severe weather may cause a delay or reschedule.
For full details, schedules, and official updates, visit our Miami Boat Tours homepage.
View All FAQs
For answers about parking, cancellations, accessibility, pets, the Mojito Bar, and more, visit our Full FAQ Page.
Ready to Experience Miami From the Water?
There’s no better way to see Miami than from the bay — celebrity mansions, skyline views, island landmarks, and the only Mojito Bar onboard any sightseeing cruise. Our local guides make every tour fun, different, and memorable, and our departures run all day, every day from Bayside Marketplace.
Whether you're planning a family day, a sunset experience, or a night skyline cruise, your Miami adventure starts here.
No ID required • Instant confirmation • Kids 3 & under are free
Miami Boat Tour Highlights – Real Moments from the Water
Every photo below was captured on our real Miami boat tours — no stock images, no staged scenes. From skyline views to family memories to our famous Mojito Bar onboard, these moments show exactly what you can expect when you cruise with us.
