Miami: Speedboat Ride & Downtown Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Speedboat Through Miami's Waterfront, Then Explore Downtown on Your Own Time

You board a speedboat for 45 minutes of Biscayne Bay, passing Miami Beach, the Venetian Islands, Brickell Key, and the seaport before switching to a hop-on hop-off downtown tour where you control the pace. No fitness barriers, and you're back with time left in your day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Speedboat ride and city tour

• Ride Jetboat Miami Speedboat 45 minutes
• Pass by Miami Beach
• Admire Venetian Islands
• Pass Brickell Key island
• See Biscayne Bay seaport
• Enjoy Miami downtown city tour

The experience

The boat's already moving when you step aboard: salt spray hits your face before you've even found a seat, and Miami's skyline slides past on both sides. The 45-minute speedboat ride cuts through Biscayne Bay at a pace that makes the city feel smaller and closer all at once. You'll pass Miami Beach's shoreline, then veer toward the Venetian Islands with their pastel mansions stacked along the water, and Brickell Key: that man-made island that juts out like someone decided to build a neighborhood in the middle of the bay. The seaport comes into view too, massive and working, the kind of place you forget exists until you're floating past it.

After the speedboat settles down, you switch gears entirely. The hop-on hop-off tour through Miami downtown gives you the freedom to get off whenever something catches your eye (a building, a street, a café), or stay on board if you want the narration without the stops. It's the kind of thing that works if you're new to the city and want to see the layout without committing to a walking tour, or if you've got a few hours to kill between other plans. You're not locked into a schedule. You move at your own rhythm.

The whole day works because you get both the rush of the water and the chance to actually look around on land. Most visitors do one or the other. This one stacks them together: speedboat first while you're fresh, then the downtown loop when you want to slow down and absorb where you are.

What’s included

• 45-minute speedboat ride through Biscayne Bay passing Miami Beach, Venetian Islands, Brickell Key, and the seaport.
• hop-on hop-off bus tour through Miami downtown with flexible boarding at multiple stops.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Friday, Saturday and SundayDepartures at 12:00, 13:15, 15:00 and 16:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 17

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Meet at the intercostal”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by Attractions4us LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Miami's waterfront and downtown in one outing without renting a car or planning separate activities. The speedboat handles the scenic part, and the hop-on hop-off gives you control over the pace on land.

Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

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 24h before the start.

How long is the entire experience?

The speedboat ride is 45 minutes. The hop-on hop-off tour duration depends on how many stops you take, but the full package is designed as a half-day activity.

Can I get off the hop-on hop-off bus whenever I want?

Yes, that's the point of hop-on hop-off. You can stay on for the full loop or exit at any stop and rejoin a later bus.

Is this suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The speedboat requires you to board and sit. The downtown tour is by bus, so there's minimal walking if you don't want it.

What if the weather is rough?

The speedboat operates in normal conditions, but Biscayne Bay can get choppy. If you're prone to motion sickness, sit in the middle of the boat and keep your eyes on the horizon.

Do I need to book the speedboat and tour separately?

No, they come as one package. You do the speedboat first, then move directly to the hop-on hop-off tour.

What's included in the price?

The 45-minute speedboat ride and access to the hop-on hop-off bus tour are included. Meals and drinks are not.