Miami Skyline Cruise: Biscayne Bay & Millionaire's Row

The Boat Leaves in Ten Minutes & You're Still at Bayside

You board at Bayside Marketplace downtown and cruise past Millionaire's Row, Star Island, Fisher Island, and the Venetian Islands while a bilingual guide narrates the sights. The route includes views of the Miami skyline, Kaseya Center, and the historic 1926 bascule bridge. Onboard bar, snacks, and optional champagne package available. Check in 30 minutes early. Boarding takes about 10 minutes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Miami Skyline and Biscayne Bay Cruise

• Start tour at Bayside Marketplace
• Pass Royal Caribbean and MSC terminals
• Pass Kaseya Center stadium
• Pass oldest bascule bridge
• View Venetian Islands mansions and parks
• Pass Star Island and Millionaire's Row
• Pass Miami Beach and South Beach
• Pass exclusive Fisher Island
• View Downtown Miami skyline and city lights
• Pass Hard Rock Cafe Miami
• Enjoy drinks and music at Pier 5
• Return to Bayside Marketplace

The experience

The check-in window closes thirty minutes before departure, which means if you're the type who shows up right on time, you're already cutting it close. But that's the thing about a Miami Skyline Cruise from Bayside Marketplace. The whole point is to slip away from the downtown shopping crowds and onto the water before the afternoon heat really settles in. You board at the heart of Downtown Miami, where the marketplace sits right on the water, and within ten minutes of boarding you're moving past the Kaseya Center (home of the Miami Heat) and toward the older bascule bridge that's been connecting Miami to Miami Beach since 1926.

The route takes you past the Venetian Islands first: a string of man-made islands between Miami and the beach where the houses are the kind that make you stare a little too long. Then comes Millionaire's Row on Star Island, where the wealthy and famous actually live, not just vacation. You'll pass Fisher Island next, the private island accessible only by ferry or helicopter, with its golf course and spa visible from the water. The bilingual guide points out what's what, and if you want to upgrade to the champagne package, this is when you'd toast to the view, though the bar onboard sells drinks throughout, so you're not locked into that choice.

The Biscayne Bay boat cruise circles back toward Downtown Miami as the light changes, and that's when the skyline starts to show its real self. The Art Deco buildings mix with the glass towers, and the whole thing reflects off the water in a way that photographs never quite capture. You pass the cruise ship terminals (Royal Caribbean, Virgin, MSC), where the massive ships sit like floating cities, and then it's back to Bayside Marketplace, where you started. The whole thing takes the afternoon, and you've seen the city from an angle most people never get.

What’s included

• Your cruise includes a bilingual tour guide, music on board, and access to a restroom.
• Snacks and drinks are available for purchase at the onboard bar, including beer, wine, and cocktails.
• If you select the champagne package, a bottle of champagne is included.
• Souvenir photos can be purchased on board.

Options for this experience

4 options

Tour of the Miami skylineGuide in English or Spanish · 5 departure times: the first at 12:30, the last at 20:00

Hot Dog Combo SpecialGuide in English or Spanish · 5 departure times: the first at 12:30, the last at 20:00Combo package covering one hot dog, one soda, and one bag of chips for each guest.

Champagne Cruise, minimum 2 guestsGuide in English or Spanish · 5 departure times: the first at 12:30, the last at 20:00Sparkling wine cruise: a bottle of champagne-style French sparkling wine shared by two people on board, smooth and delicious.

Open Bar OptionGuide in English or Spanish · 5 departure times: the first at 12:30, the last at 20:00Unlimited access to a full open bar offering champagne, wine, beer, and tinto de verano.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 12:30, the last at 20:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

GroupUp to 110

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Miami Aqua Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Miami's most exclusive neighborhoods and the skyline from the water without arranging your own boat or timing multiple stops: the fixed route hits Millionaire's Row, Star Island, Fisher Island, and Downtown in one afternoon, and you're back at Bayside by evening.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

What's included in the cruise?

Music on board, restroom access, and a bilingual tour guide. Snacks, drinks, and alcoholic beverages are available to purchase. Champagne is included if you select the champagne package upgrade.

Where do I check in for the tour?

Check-in occurs at Bayside Marketplace in Downtown Miami, 30 minutes prior to your booked start time.

Is there a dress code?

Wear comfortable clothing. No formal dress code is required.

Can I purchase photos from the cruise?

Yes, souvenir photos are available to purchase on board.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the cruise.

What's the minimum age for drinking alcohol?

The minimum drinking age is 21 years.