Miami: Art Deco, Wynwood & Millionaire's Row Cruise

The van is already rolling down Ocean Drive when your guide points out the Versace Mansion

You spend the morning driving and walking through South Beach's Art Deco streets, Wynwood's street art district, and Little Havana's cultural heart, with stops at the Cigar Factory and Domino Park. After lunch or a break at Bayside Marketplace, you board a water taxi for a cruise around Biscayne Bay and Millionaire's Row mansions, with the option to explore Miami Beach Marina or return whenever you choose. The bilingual guide, small group size, and included water keep the pace relaxed and personal.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. South Beach15m
2. Wynwood25m
3. Little Havana50m
4. Coconut Grovepass by
5. Bayside Marketplace30m

Miami city tour and bay cruise

• Start tour in South Beach Art Deco District
• Drive along Ocean Drive, see landmarks
• Visit Wynwood street art district
• Explore Little Havana cultural sites
• Pass through Coconut Grove neighborhood
• Pass through Brickell financial district
• Stop at Key Biscayne island
• End city tour at Bayside Marketplace
• Take Water Taxi around Biscayne Bay
• See Millionaire’s Row mansions
• Option to explore Miami Beach Marina

The experience

The tour starts moving through South Beach's Art Deco district before you've even settled in. Your guide is already narrating the history of Ocean Drive, the street that made Miami Beach famous. You're in a van with no more than 14 people, which means you can actually hear what's being said and move at a pace that lets you absorb the neighborhood instead of rushing past it. The driver pulls over at key spots so you can step out and photograph the pastel buildings, the restored hotels, the architectural details that made this district a UNESCO site. It's the kind of stop-and-go rhythm that feels less like a tour bus experience and more like a friend who knows the city showing you around.

After South Beach, you head to Wynwood, where the entire neighborhood is basically an outdoor art gallery. The walls here are covered in murals by local and international artists: massive, intricate pieces that change regularly, so even if you've been before, there's always something new. Your guide explains the history of how Wynwood transformed from an industrial area into a creative hub, and you get time to walk around, take photos, and actually feel the energy of the place instead of just driving past it. Then comes Little Havana, where the real cultural immersion happens. You'll stop at Calle Ocho's Walk of Fame, see the Cigar Factory where rollers work by hand, and end up at Domino Park watching locals play: the kind of authentic moment that doesn't happen on bigger tours. There's a complimentary shot of Cuban coffee at the Little Havana Visitors Center, and if you want, you can grab food from the street vendors (empanadas, Cuban sandwiches, mojitos) on your own time.

The second half of the day shifts to water. Once you finish the city stops, you arrive at Bayside Marketplace on the waterfront, and that's where the water taxi portion begins. You board a boat and cruise around Biscayne Bay, passing the mansions of Millionaire's Row: the kind of waterfront real estate that defines Miami's luxury side. The boat also stops at Miami Beach Marina, so you can either get off and explore or stay on board and just take in the bay breeze and the views. You're not locked into a schedule. You can return to Bayside whenever works for you, which gives the day a flexibility that feels less like a tour and more like you're actually living in the city for a few hours.

The whole experience runs with a bilingual guide (English and Spanish), so if you speak either language, you're covered. You get bottled water throughout, and the air-conditioned van is a real comfort on a Miami day. The group size cap of 14 means you're not competing for the guide's attention or fighting crowds at photo spots. It's the main thing that separates this from the big bus tours that roll through the same neighborhoods with 40 people.

What’s included

• Your day includes air-conditioned van transport for the city portion, a bilingual English and Spanish tour guide, bottled water throughout, and the Biscayne Bay water taxi cruise with views of Millionaire's Row mansions.
• The three main stops are Little Havana (with a complimentary shot of Cuban coffee), Wynwood's art district, and Bayside Marketplace, plus South Beach's Art Deco Historic District and optional exploration of Miami Beach Marina.
• Food and additional drinks are on your own, though street vendors and restaurants are available at each neighborhood stop.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English or Spanish09:30 and 14:00

Miami city tour with water taxi rideGuide in English or Spanish · 09:30 and 14:00Includes a water taxi boat ride, a water bottle and Cuban coffee, with the city tour done by van.

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 dayDepartures at 09:30 and 14:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Audio guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 15

Prices and times updated yesterday

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sunny Miami Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want to see Miami's main neighborhoods (Art Deco, street art, Cuban culture, and waterfront mansions) in one day without renting a car or figuring out timing yourself. The small group size and bilingual guide are what make the stops feel less rushed and the stories actually stick.

Traveler reviews

4.55★★★★★★★★★★

503 verified traveler reviews

5 ★380

4 ★65

3 ★28

2 ★15

1 ★15

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

Is the water taxi included in the price?

Yes, the Biscayne Bay water taxi cruise is part of the tour. Infants under a certain age pay a $15 boarding fee for the boat portion.

What's included in the tour?

Air-conditioned van transport, bilingual English/Spanish guide, bottled water, and stops at South Beach, Wynwood, Little Havana, and the Biscayne Bay water taxi. Food and drinks beyond the complimentary Cuban coffee are not included.

Can I get off at Miami Beach Marina and explore on my own?

Yes. The water taxi stops at Miami Beach Marina, and you can choose to get off and explore, then return to Bayside Marketplace at a time that works for you.

How many people are on the tour?

Maximum 14 guests per van, which keeps the group small and personal compared to larger bus tours.

Is the guide knowledgeable about Miami's history?

Yes. The guide is described as an expert who provides historical information, insider tips, and stories about each neighborhood that you won't find in guidebooks.