Sightseeing Cruise of Biscayne Bay & Open-top Bus Tour of Miami
Overview
90 Minute Panoramic bus tour takes you from Soundscape Park along the scenic MacArthur Causeway and all the way around the Island of Miami Beach. Enjoy stunning views across the island and towards the imposing skyline of Downtown from the causeway, then marvel at Washington Avenue, Collins Avenue as we drive you alongside the Palm trees and show you the best that South Beach has to offer.
Once we leave South Beach, we will be taking the Julia Turtle causeway toward the mainland and towards the quirky district of Wynwood! The journey continues towards Little Havana, the most Cuban-like place in Miami.
Also, with this ticket, explore Miami aboard a fully narrated bilingual sightseeing cruise along scenic Biscayne Bay. Cruise around Biscayne Bay and see the spectacular coastal sites including the beautiful downtown Miami skyline, the Port of Miami, Fisher Island, Miami Beach and “Millionaire’s Row” – the Homes of the Rich and Famous
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- 2-hour Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour of Miami
- Single loop bus tour only; not valid for hop-on hop-off access.
- Digital commentary aboard Bus Tour and live guide aboard Sightseeing Cruise
- 90-minute Guided yacht cruise of Biscayne Bay and Millionaire's Row with full bar available
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
1 Stop | 13 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours
Operating Schedule: Panoramic tour of Miami with onboard digital commentary. Duration: 2 hours. Guests may redeem vouchers at any stop along the Big Bus route, with recommended location at Bayside Marketplace (Stop #1). Sightseeing cruise departs from Bayside as well. Download Big Bus app or visit website for full route information.
333 Biscayne Blvd
1 Stop | 1 Point of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: Tour departs every hour. Starting at 11:00 AM from Stop #1 - Bayside Marketplace Island Queen Cruises is located inside Bayside Marketplace through the main entrance straight towards the water. The ticket booth is located next to the music stage in the center of the mall and near Trade Winds Bar and Grill. Please arrive at the ticket booth 30 minutes prior to departure to receive your boarding passes – Ensure to have exchanged your voucher for a valid ticket from a member of Big Bus Staff.
333 Biscayne Blvd
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Panoramic tour operates on the hop-on hop-off route
- Single loop of bus tour is 2 hours
- Please contact Big Bus Customer Service via website or app 48-hours in advance if wheelchair assistance is required.
- Bus Tour and Sightseeing Cruise offer both English and Spanish
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Sightseeing Cruise of Biscayne Bay & Open-top Bus Tour of Miami?
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Activity code: C-5096P43
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- All fees and taxes included.
- Free Wi-Fi on board.
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation).
- 2-hour Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour of Miami.
- Single loop bus tour only; not valid for hop-on hop-off access.
- Digital commentary aboard Bus Tour and live guide aboard Sightseeing Cruise.
- 90-minute Guided yacht cruise of Biscayne Bay and Millionaire's Row with full bar available.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sightseeing Cruise of Biscayne Bay & Open-top Bus Tour of Miami is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sightseeing Cruise of Biscayne Bay & Open-top Bus Tour of Miami will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All fees and taxes included
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- 2-hour Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour of Miami
- Single loop bus tour only; not valid for hop-on hop-off access.
- Digital commentary aboard Bus Tour and live guide aboard Sightseeing Cruise
- 90-minute Guided yacht cruise of Biscayne Bay and Millionaire's Row with full bar available
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Panoramic tour operates on the hop-on hop-off route
- Single loop of bus tour is 2 hours
- Please contact Big Bus Customer Service via website or app 48-hours in advance if wheelchair assistance is required.
- Bus Tour and Sightseeing Cruise offer both English and Spanish
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
