Star Island and Skyline Miami Boat Tour

The Most Scenic Bayside Boat Tour Featuring Star Island and the Miami Skyline

Explore the best Miami boat tours and discover why our guests love the views from the water.

If you're searching for the ultimate way to experience Miami, the Star Island and Skyline Miami Boat Tour from Bayside Marketplace is it. This 90-minute boat ride delivers unforgettable views of celebrity homes, iconic islands, and breathtaking city skylines — all from the best seat in the city: the water.

Whether you're visiting for the first time or want to rediscover the city you love, this Bayside boat tour in Miami offers everything you need: entertainment, sightseeing, a Mojito bar onboard, and a full guided route that puts other tours to shame

Guests enjoying sunset views of the Miami skyline during the Star Island and Skyline boat tour

Relaxed family-friendly moment onboard the Bayside boat tour near the islands of Miami

Celebrity mansion on Star Island seen during the Miami boat tour from Bayside

Bayside Boat Tours Miami: Where It All Begins

Your journey starts at the lively Bayside Marketplace, the most iconic departure point for any Miami boat tour. From live music and local vendors to beautiful oceanfront views, it's the perfect way to set the mood for your water adventure.

Once onboard one of our premium Bayside boats, you’ll be greeted by friendly tour guides, comfy seating (shaded and open-air), and stunning views that begin the moment you leave the dock.

These bayside boat rides in Miami depart multiple times daily, offering flexible timing whether you prefer sunny afternoons or golden sunsets.

🛥️ Star Island to Skyline Miami Boat Tour Route

Get ready for a nonstop sightseeing route packed with landmarks and Instagram-worthy views. Here’s everything you’ll see on the Star Island and Skyline Miami Boat Tour:

✅ Departure from Bayside Marketplace
✅ Port of Miami – the gateway for cruise ships and megayachts
✅ Venetian Islands – luxury living and historic charm
✅ Hibiscus Island – filled with waterfront mansions
✅ Palm Island – home to some of Miami’s most private residences
✅ Flagler Monument Island – a tribute to Miami’s founder
✅ Miami Beach – the edge of paradise
✅ South Beach – iconic Art Deco and celebrity vibes
✅ Fisher Island – the most exclusive island in the U.S.
✅ Virginia Key – a natural beauty surrounded by water
✅ Downtown Miami – modern towers and buzzing energy
✅ Miami Skyline – unmatched views of the entire city
✅ Brickell Key – luxury condos with a waterfront twist
✅ Entrance to the Miami River – featuring a 360° panoramic spin that will leave you breathless
✅ Return to Bayside Marketplace

This is the most complete boat tour Bayside Marketplace Miami has to offer — and the only one that includes this full route every time.

🏝️ The Celebrity Homes of Star Island

One of the highlights of this Bayside Miami boat tour to Star Island is cruising through the world of the rich and famous. Get a close-up view of the waterfront mansions of:

Jennifer Lopez
Shaquille O’Neal
Gloria Estefan
P. Diddy
And more…

Your guide will share fun stories, hidden facts, and point out the most famous homes on Star Island and beyond. It's part tour, part gossip show, and all fun.

🌇 The Stunning Miami Skyline

As the boat heads past Star Island, you’ll enter the open bay — and that’s when the skyline takes over.

From the water, you’ll see:

Sparkling skyscrapers in Downtown
Brickell’s modern financial district
Cruise ships in the Port of Miami
Bayfront Park and the entrance to the Miami River

This is what makes a Miami boat tour from Bayside so special — the views are unobstructed and unforgettable.

🍹 Mojito Bar Onboard – Only with Our Bayside Boat Tour

Want a sunset version of this Miami Boat tour? Try our Mojito Sunset Cruise for amazing golden hour views. No other Bayside boat ride in Miami has what we offer onboard:

A full Mojito bar
Light snacks
Bilingual tour guides (English & Spanish)
Restrooms on board
Covered and open seating
The best music and fun atmosphere on the bay

It’s not just a sightseeing cruise — it’s a floating party with skyline views.

⭐ Why This Is the Best Miami Boat Tour at Bayside

Here’s what makes this tour the best-reviewed option for both tourists and locals:

🚤 Only tour that includes Star Island + Skyline + 360° panoramic spin
🍹 Exclusive Mojito Bar onboard
📸 Best selfie spots and open-air deck
🌆 Includes Fisher Island, South Beach, and Virginia Key
💸 Affordable pricing and group-friendly
📍 Departing daily from the heart of Bayside Marketplace
90 minute Cruise
AC on the first level
Open air top deck
max capacity 130 passengers
Tour Guide does the tour in English and Spanish
Professional crew
Easy check in - Just your confirmation email

This isn't just another Miami boat tour — it's the one you’ll be telling your friends about.

🧭 Final Thoughts: Discover Miami the Right Way

The Star Island and Skyline Miami Boat Tour is your front-row seat to everything that makes the city special — celebrity homes, iconic islands, and that unforgettable skyline. With departures daily from Bayside, it’s the smartest, most scenic, and most fun way to see the real Miami.