Hop-on Hop-off Water Taxi in Miami and Miami Beach
Miami Beach, Miami
Hop on the fun and convenient 30-minute Water Taxi service between South Beach & Bayside Marketplace. Purchase return tickets from either location with flexible return times.
The Miami water taxi connects South Beach and Downtown Miami, offering a scenic 30-minute cruise each way for all visitors.
Highlights
- Hop on and off the only water taxi service between South Beach and Downtown Miami
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Miami skyline from Biscayne Bay
- See luxurious waterfront homes on Hibiscus, Palm, Star, and Venetian Islands
- Bilingual captain provides commentary in English and Spanish
- Drinks and snacks available for purchase onboard
Description
Travel between Bayside Marketplace in Downtown Miami and Miami Beach Marina in South Beach with this convenient water taxi. Each journey takes approximately 30 minutes, with the bilingual captain highlighting notable landmarks and residences along the route.
Round-trip tickets allow you to choose your outbound departure time. After arriving at your destination, you can schedule your return trip with the captain later the same day.
On the route from Bayside Marketplace to South Beach, pass luxurious waterfront estates on Hibiscus Island, Palm Island, Star Island, and the Venetian Islands. The return trip from South Beach cruises by Fisher Island, the Port of Miami, Brickell Key, Brickell, and the Miami River mouth.
Both directions offer views of Downtown Miami’s skyline, the third tallest in the USA, featuring over 300 modern high-rise buildings. Relax onboard with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Departure Times from Bayside Marketplace: 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:00pm, 8:30pm daily
Departure Times from Miami Beach Marina: 12:15pm, 1:45pm, 3:15pm, 4:45pm, 6:15pm, 7:45pm, 9:15pm daily
Times are subject to change. Confirm your return departure time with the captain on board.
Includes
- Return water taxi tickets
- 30-minute cruise each way
- Bilingual captain (English and Spanish)
- Departures from Bayside Marketplace and South Beach Marina
Excludes
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Snacks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Important Information
- When booking, your chosen date and time is the outbound departure; return time is reserved onboard with the captain
- Check-in closes 10 minutes before departure
- Service operates rain or shine
- No bathrooms onboard; use facilities before boarding
- Foldable strollers and prams permitted
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
- Alcohol consumption requires valid ID and must be 21 or older
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, arrive early to secure preferred departure times and bring sun protection. Confirm all times on the day of travel with the captain.
