Miami Party Boat Cruise: Drinks & Skyline Dancing

An hour on the water with a DJ and the Miami skyline lit up behind you

You board at Bayside Marketplace, spend an hour dancing on El Loro's deck while a DJ plays and the Miami skyline moves past you, and grab drinks from the cash bar whenever you want. The boat holds enough people that it never feels empty, but small enough that you're not packed in like a ferry. Check in 30 minutes early, arrive early for seating, and bring your ID if you're drinking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Miami party boat cruise and skyline views

• Board El Loro pirate boat at Bayside Marketplace
• Enjoy music from professional DJ
• Dance on the boat's dance floor
• Purchase drinks at full cash bar
• Cruise past longest cruise ship channel
• Pass by Miami downtown skyline

The experience

What happens when you put a dance floor on a boat and point it at downtown Miami at night? You get El Loro, the pirate boat that's become the thing people actually do when they say they're going out in Miami. It's docked at Bayside Marketplace on the right side of the main stage, and the whole setup is built around one idea: you show up, you dance, you watch the city lights move across the water. The cruise runs for one hour across Biscayne Bay, and the DJ plays a mix of current hits and older songs that actually get people moving instead of just standing there with their phones out.

You board about 10 minutes before departure, and there's a fully stocked cash bar inside where you can grab drinks. The minimum drinking age is 21, so bring your ID. The boat itself is designed for this: there's a dance floor, space to stand with friends and watch the Miami skyline, and a restroom on board. Seating is first-come, first-served, which means if you want a spot where you can actually see the water and the city, you'll want to get there early. The check-in window is 30 minutes before your booked time, and if you're running late and the boat's already full, they'll put you on the next departure if there's space.

The vibe is high-energy but not chaotic. It's people celebrating, groups out for the night, couples looking for something different to do in Miami. The skyline is the real show here: the illuminated buildings, the intercostal waterway, the way the city looks when you're actually out on the water instead of stuck in traffic looking at it. The DJ keeps the momentum going the whole hour, and by the time you're heading back to Bayside, you've got the kind of night that feels like you actually left the city instead of just moving to a different bar.

The boat operates in most weather conditions, so bring comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a little sea spray on. Souvenir photos are available to purchase if you want proof of the night. Service animals are welcome, and the boat is stroller-accessible if you're bringing kids, though remember, only adults 21 and up can drink, and children need to be with an adult the whole time. Public transportation is nearby if you're not driving, which is probably the smarter call anyway.

What’s included

• One-hour party cruise on El Loro at Bayside Marketplace with a professional DJ, dance floor, and views of the Miami skyline and intercostal waterway.
• Fully stocked cash bar for drinks (21+ with ID), restroom on board, and first-come seating.
• Souvenir photos available for purchase.
• The boat is stroller-accessible and service animals are welcome.
• City of Miami surcharge is included.
• Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.

Options for this experience

3 options

Miami Party CruiseGuide in English or Spanish · 21:30 and 22:00This option does not come with a bottle of champagne

Champagne party, select at least 2Guide in English or Spanish · 21:30 and 22:00Party with champagne: includes one bottle of champagne for two. We serve a smooth, delicious French sparkling wine in the Champagne style.

Open BarGuide in English or Spanish · 21:30 and 22:00Unlimited drinks include wine, beer, tinto de verano and champagne. Vodka, whiskey, ron, snacks, water and soda are not included. Open Terrace VIP: enjoy the experience from the open-air terrace, our premium VIP zone built for maximum comfort and the best views.

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

Information

Lasts 1h, runs Friday and Saturday at 21:30 and 22:00, from US$ 30 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesFriday and SaturdayDepartures at 21:30 and 22:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 150

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Child (under 21)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Miami Aqua Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a night out in Miami that doesn't involve sitting at a table or standing in a crowded bar. The boat and the skyline are what make the hour feel like an actual escape instead of just a different venue.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 21).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the party boat cruise?

One hour on the water across Biscayne Bay.

Where does the boat depart from?

Bayside Marketplace, on the right side of the main stage in Miami.

Are drinks included?

No. There's a full cash bar on board where you can purchase drinks. You must be 21 or older with a valid ID.

What time should I arrive?

Check in 30 minutes before your booked start time. Boarding takes about 10 minutes.

Is there assigned seating?

No, seating is first-come, first-served. If you arrive late and the boat is full, you'll be placed on the next available departure.

What if I'm late?

If the boat is full when you arrive, you'll be offered a spot on the next departure, depending on availability.

Does the cruise operate in bad weather?

Yes, it operates in most weather conditions. Wear comfortable clothing.

Is there a restroom on board?

Yes, there is a restroom available during the cruise.

Can I purchase photos from the cruise?

Yes, souvenir photos are available to purchase on board.