Bayside Tours

What Are Bayside Tours?

Bayside Tours are 90 minutes of unbeatable sightseeing, on clean double-decker boats with live bilingual guides and the only real Mojito Bar on board. Expect iconic views, celebrity mansions, and a fun, relaxed vibe with music and fun facts in English and Spanish. These are not just boat rides — they are the real Bayside Tours that rank #1 in Miami.

For those who want high-speed fun, the Bayside speedboat ride offers a 45-minute thrill. While our standard tour is the full Bayside boat tour experience, the speedboat is great for adrenaline lovers. Just remember: anything under 90 minutes without a Mojito Bar isn't the real deal.

Bayside Marketplace remains the hub for the best boat tours in Downtown Miami — offering original tours with real value, friendly staff, and unmatched scenery. Whether you search for "bayside boat rides" or "bayside cruise Miami," just be sure you’re riding with the pros. The official Bayside Tours.

Where Do Bayside Tours Depart From?



If you're taking a boat tour in Miami and it doesn’t depart from Bayside, it’s not the real deal. All boat tours from Bayside Marketplace Miami depart from behind Victoria’s Secret on the waterside. Look for the yellow umbrella and head to the check-in window — all passengers must check in 30 minutes before departure and boarding begins 15 minutes before the scheduled time.

Remember, there is no assigned seating. When you buy a ticket, you’re not buying a specific seat — you’re buying an unforgettable boat ride in Biscayne Bay with Bayside Tours, one of the top tourist attractions Miami has to offer. Choose authenticity. Choose the original.

Best Bayside Boat Tour Team - First Mate/Tour Guide, Second Mate, Captain

Meet the Bayside Boat Tour team, your first mate, second mate and your Captain. You can feel safe in all your Bayside Boat cruises. With well trained crew, your safety is our main priority. You focus on Miami Sightseeing, we focus on your safety. 

Route - What Will You See on a Bayside cruise?

Each bayside boat ride Miami takes you past some of the most iconic sights in the city, including:

• Star Island and the Celebrity homes of the rich and Popular Celebs
• The Port of Miami and its massive cruise ships
• Fisher Island and South Beach from the water:

• Venetian Islands
• Hibiscus Island
• Palm Island
• Miami Beach
• Miami Beach Marina
• The Miami Skyline
• Brickell Key
• The entrance to the Miami River with a 360 panoramic view
• Monument Island – built in honor of Henry Flagler

Bayside Cruises vs. Boat Tours — What's the Difference?

None! Some visitors search for bayside cruises, others for bayside boat tour — and guess what? You're probably looking for the same thing: the original Bayside sightseeing cruise experience. Whether you're typing in "bayside boat ride Miami" or getting clever with "bayside cruise Miami" or even "boat tours Bayside," it's all leading you right here — to the official Bayside Tours of Downtown Miami.

This isn’t a copycat ride — this is the real deal. And let’s be real: if your so-called Bayside Tour doesn’t have a Mojito Bar or lasts less than 90 minutes, it’s not the Bayside Tour that 75,000+ riders a year trust. So call it what you want — Bayside Sightseeing Cruise, Bayside Tour by boat — we know what you’re looking for, and this is it.

Bayside Tours vs. Bayfront Park Cruises

There’s no comparison. Bayside Tours are 90 minutes long, cover all the iconic locations like Star Island, Fisher Island, and the full Miami skyline. Bayfront Park cruises last 75 minutes and cover far less. Bayfront Park Cruises even use trademarked names like Miami Skyline Cruises® — which confuses passengers. They claim to own a name that they don't even know when it was created by the original creators, we can tell you this, it was created way before they ever thought about getting into the Sightseeing business.

To our competitors — we want you to do great. We’ve never been against you. In unity, there is strength. But please: don’t lie to customers. Don’t mislead them with false departure times or charge bogus exchange fees. That’s not fair to them, and it’s not fair to our industry. Be honest. Treat your guests with respect. Do the right thing. Success will follow — the right way.

Here’s a word of advice: Be original. Put in the hard work. That hard work pays off. Protect your brand. Protect your passengers. Protect your name. You know you’ve done it right when all you need is your own website to move 75,000 passengers — not OTAs. Bayside Tours means authenticity. Don’t copy. Lead.

Why Choose Our Bayside Tours?

We offer the most complete bayside tours Miami experience — all while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. Our professionally maintained, double-decker boats are cleaned thoroughly after every tour by our dedicated sanitation crew to ensure a spotless and safe experience for every guest. Every ride with us is more than a boat trip — it's a professionally operated, guest-focused sightseeing journey.

• Clean, comfortable boats

• Air conditioning and a top-deck view

• Onboard Mojito bar (cash & credit accepted)

• Professional bilingual guides

• Best views of Miami boat rides Bayside has to offer

• 120 passengers per boat

• Only Bayside sightseeing cruise with a Mojito Bar onboard

• 15 departures daily

• 90-minute duration

• Operates 365 days a year

• 5 fleet of sightseeing Miami boats

• 360 panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and Miami skyline
• Two bathrooms onboard

• Miami Sunset Cruises available



• Miami Bayside Evening Boat Tours available

Tour Schedules & Booking Info

Looking to take one of the top boat tours Bayside has available? We offer 15 daily departures starting at 10:30 AM, followed by

• 11:30 AM,
• 12:30 PM,
• 1:00 PM,
• 1:30 PM,
• 2:30 PM,
• 3:00 PM,
• 3:30 PM,
• 4:30 PM,
• 5:00 PM,
• 5:30 PM,
• 6:00 PM,
• 6:30 PM,
• 7:00 PM,

and 7:30 PM.

On Fridays to Sundays, enjoy a special 8:00 PM departure as part of our summer schedule. Book online and get instant confirmation.

Bayside Tour from Bayside Marketplace – Why We're #1

• 👉 90-Minute Boat Tour Experience – The perfect balance of relaxation and Miami sightseeing from the water
• 👉 Only Bayside Tour with a Mojito Bar Onboard – No other Downtown Miami boat tour offers a real Mojito Bar on board
• 👉 Live Bilingual Tour Guides – Enjoy the tour in English and Spanish, perfect for locals, tourists, and visiting family
• 👉 See Celebrity Homes on Star Island – Cruise by the mansions of Miami’s most famous residents
• 👉 Departs from Bayside Marketplace Daily – Multiple daily departures, 365 days a year
• 👉 Best Views of the Miami Skyline – Including the Port of Miami, Brickell, Fisher Island, and South Beach from the water
• 👉 Instant Confirmation + Mobile Check-In – No printing needed; just show your phone and get your boarding pass
• 👉 Family-Friendly and Group-Friendly – Everyone is welcome — even abuelita who doesn’t speak English will love it
• 👉 Comfortable Seating, Open Air & A/C Options – First level air-conditioned, second level open for panoramic photos
• 👉 Maximum Capacity: 120 Passengers per Boat – Spacious vessels to ensure comfort for all guests
• 👉 The Original Bayside Tour – Don’t be fooled by imitations. We’re the only bayside boat tour with a Mojito Bar and live guide.

🏷️ Bayside Boat Tour Prices

• Adults: $28.99
• Children (ages 4–12): $22.99
• Children under 4: Free
• Special Offer: From 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, adults $21.99 and children $18.99

🔁 Cancellation Policy

• Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund — no questions asked.
• No refunds for same-day cancellations or no-shows.
• In case of bad weather, guests may reschedule for another day at no cost.
• Our team is available daily to assist you — real humans, no bots.

FAQs About Bayside Tours

Q: Are Bayside boat tours kid-friendly?
Yes! Our bayside boat cruise is family-friendly with onboard bathrooms and shaded seating.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket?
No — just show your confirmation email from your phone when you arrive at Bayside Marketplace.

Q: How long is the boat ride?
Every Bayside boat tour is 90 minutes long and filled with views, stories, and photo ops.

Q: What language is the tour in?
We offer bilingual tours in both English and Spanish.

Q: Where can I park?
Bayside Marketplace has garage and meter parking available for all visitors.

For our full faq page, check out our full FAQ PAGE!

🎟️ Book Your Bayside Tours Now

Ready to cruise? Book your Bayside Tour now and discover why we are the official Bayside Tours of Downtown Miami — recognized as the original and most trusted provider of sightseeing boat rides in the city. Our Bayside Miami boat cruises have become a worldwide favorite, thanks to our iconic 90-minute experience, live bilingual guides, and the only Mojito Bar onboard — unmatched by any competitor.

Looking to save money? Ask about our Bayside Tour & Bus Combo — the best deal in Miami sightseeing. You’ll get both land and sea in one epic package, giving you unbeatable value and double the fun.

A word of advice: stay away from boat operators outside Bayside Marketplace or those mimicking real products like Miami Skyline Cruises®. These imitations don’t compare to the quality, service, and safety we offer. Protect your experience. Choose authenticity. Choose the tour company that moves over 75,000 happy passengers a year with just one thing: our name.

Instant confirmation. Real bilingual guides. 90 minutes of the best sights in the city. That’s the Bayside Tours experience — done right, the original way.

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