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The 15 Best Miami Beach Tours & Boat Trips

69 tours  ·  from $12

Three miles of barrier island, and the good part of it is walkable. These 15 cover the Deco fronts, the food streets behind Lincoln Road and the boats that leave from both ends of the island, priced and timed honestly.

Miami: Half-Day Open-Top Bus Tour Plus Biscayne Bay Cruise - Starting at Bayside Marketplace
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Miami: Half-Day Open-Top Bus Tour Plus Biscayne Bay Cruise

1.Half-Day Open-Top Bus Tour Plus Biscayne Bay Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,420 reviews · 4 hours · from $51Our pick

Start at Bayside Marketplace or another Big Bus stop, ride the open-top route through Miami’s key neighborhoods, then take a 90-minute bilingual Island Queen cruise past downtown, Miami Beach, and Millionaire’s Row. The bus loop takes about two hours, but hop-on access lets you shape the day.

“This was self guided with a recording system. It was a pleasant diversion that my hubby and I enjoyed. We live here in Miami but like to see it like a tourist every once in a while. It was well priced”

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South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour - Meeting at Bolivar and settling into the route
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South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour

2.South Beach Cultural Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,284 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Walk South Beach with guides such as Dany, Helena, or Orlando, stopping for generous tastings ranging from empanadas and ceviche to tacos, churros, and Cuban coffee. Along the way, learn how Miami’s Latin, European, and Caribbean cultures shaped the Art Deco district, Ocean Drive, and local food scene.

“Helena did an amazing job, but I don't recommend this tour. The cost & the quantity of food does not cover the cost. Basically this tour was overpriced.”

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A Taste of South Beach Food Tour - Ocean Drive and Lummus Park
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A Taste of South Beach Food Tour

3.A Taste of South Beach Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,120 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Walk South Beach with a local guide such as Sol, Anna, Dany, Kenneth, or Mirka, tasting international dishes while exploring Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, and Art Deco architecture. The 2.5-hour tour covers about half a mile, includes food and beverages, and keeps the group to 12 people.

“guide was very knowledgeable about the area and she kept us moving at a good pace; the variety of food was awesome”

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Miami: South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour - Ocean Drive and the Miami Beach Architectural District
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Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour

4.Miami South Beach Art Deco Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,039 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk South Beach with a local guide and learn how a tropical swamp became Miami’s Art Deco capital. You’ll enter historic hotel lobbies, spot details such as diamond-pattern floors, hear stories about Hollywood, mob life, and Versace, and finish near Collins Avenue. Guides may include James Cubby, Janinha, or Jason.

“James was our tour guide this morning and he was fantastic! Lots of knowledge and he made it very interesting. I would have never known the significance of all of the diamond patterns on the floors. Loved learning about this great area from James.”

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Miami: South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour - Leaving the airport and finding the first views
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Miami: South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour

5.South Beach Private 50-Minute Private Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 941 reviews · 50 min · from $95

Take a private 50-minute flight with Eagles Air Tours over South Beach, Key Biscayne, downtown Miami, and the Venetian, Star, and Palm Islands. Your English or Spanish-speaking pilot, including guides such as Diego, Sergio, and Joel, narrates the sights from a small plane.

“excellent service and pleasant service from Eagles Air crew”

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Miami: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach - Starting in South Beach’s Art Deco district
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Miami: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach

6.Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 698 reviews · from $48

Ride from South Beach streets into Biscayne Bay on a 90-minute amphibious tour with an English-speaking guide. Expect Art Deco buildings, Miami history, skyline views, Fisher Island, and Millionaires Row. Check in at the Duck Tours South Beach office before boarding.

“Interesting and joyfully sight tour in Miami. Different point of view on the city. Rick the guide is full of humor and knowledge, liked his explanation during The tour and good mood. Really nice experience.”

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Miami Beach: South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks - From Miami Executive Airport to the coast
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Miami Beach: South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks

7.South Beach Private Airplane Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 659 reviews · 40 min · from $99

Take a 40-minute private Cessna 172 flight from Miami Executive Airport over South Beach, Fisher Island, Key Biscayne, and Miami’s skyline. Your English- or Spanish-speaking pilot, with names including Piero Rotta and Yahya, points out sights while you enjoy chilled water, juice, or soda.

“Díaz was a nice Pilot overall. The Weather conditions were better than expected. Thank you for taking this Memories to us😍”

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Miami: South Beach Private 35-Minute Guided Flight Tour - From Reliance Aviation to the runway
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Miami: South Beach Private 35-Minute Guided Flight Tour

8.South Beach Private 35-Minute Guided Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 591 reviews · 35 min · from $84

Take a private 35-minute airplane flight over South Beach, Key Biscayne, Downtown Miami, and Miami’s famous island neighborhoods. Your certified flight instructor provides live narration through a headset in English or Spanish. Free parking, flexible cancellation, and no hotel transfer are included.

“Super friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommended. This by far the best way to see Miami 5 STARS EXPERIENCE”

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Miami: Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay - Starting at Sea Isles Marina on North Bayshore Drive
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Miami: Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay

9.Jet Ski Rental in Biscayne Bay

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 288 reviews · 2 hours · from $12Best value

Meet your instructor at Sea Isles Marina, learn the controls, then ride a jet ski across Biscayne Bay in Miami Beach. You get about one hour on the water within a two-hour visit, with guides such as Jorge, Ariel, Yury, Ninja, Bryan, or Vladimir possibly leading the session.

“It was absolutely amazing, we had so much fun and everyone was extremely kind! The only company I want to book when I come to Miami for Jet skis and you should too!!”

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Miami Beach Food and Art Deco Walking Tour - Starting at Lincoln Road
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Miami Beach Food and Art Deco Walking Tour

10.Miami Beach Food and Art Deco Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Spend 2.5 hours walking South Beach with a local guide such as Faruk or Jennifer, sampling food at five independent restaurants and exploring Lincoln Road, Española Way, Ocean Drive, and famous Art Deco buildings. Expect a filling evening, not just a few token bites.

“Great fun with Fouruk. He was so nice and engaging He had great knowledge and was not too slow in going from place to place”

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Miami Beach #1 ATV Riding TOP Rated for Spring Break - Timing is important here
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Miami Beach #1 ATV Riding TOP Rated for Spring Break

11.Miami Beach #1 ATV Riding TOP Rated for Spring Break

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $100

You’ll ride a guided ATV route through Miami’s Redland countryside, crossing dusty and muddy trails with stops for photos. The one-hour outing includes a helmet, safety briefing, and groups of up to 12. Ask whether Mark is guiding your ride, and bring goggles, a face covering, and clothes you can get dirty.

“Don't go at night won't be able to see to much dust but it was still fun we laughed I thought I was about to flip a couple times fun in safe while you doing it just enjoy the ride”

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South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline - The route over Key Biscayne and Biscayne Bay
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South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline

12.South Beach Miami Aerial Tour : Beaches, Mansions and Skyline

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $87

Fly privately over South Beach, Key Biscayne, Fisher Island, Miami’s skyline, Coral Gables, and Coconut Grove from Miami Executive Airport. Your pilot provides live commentary through a headset, with past flights led by pilots including Christian, Diego, Chris, and Rickie. The $87 price covers the plane, parking, and narration.

“The guy that took us on tour was amazing my wife was scared but he made it so comfortable for her he was great”

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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach - Mangrove Tunnels - Mangrove tunnels, open water, and changing tides
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Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

13.Clear Kayak Tour in North Miami Beach – Mangrove Tunnels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 232 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $73

Paddle a clear tandem kayak through North Miami Beach mangrove tunnels with a guide such as Jenny, Cassie, or Sam. The 2.5-hour trip includes boats, paddles, seats, dry bags, and safety gear. Expect birds, tree crabs, iguanas, changing tides, and a peaceful break from Miami’s busy streets.

“Jenny was a fantastic guide. We rowed in open water and then closer to the trees. We got to see some of the birds, tree crabs, and a crocodile! Great experience all around. Wear sunscreen, even on cloudy days. Highly recommend, would do again”

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Discover South Beach Golf Cart Tour - Lincoln Road Mall and Española Way
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Discover South Beach Golf Cart Tour

14.Discover South Beach Golf Cart Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · from $54

Ride through South Beach in a small electric golf cart with guides such as Lexie, Alexia, Dawn, or Rick. Over 90 minutes, you’ll see Lincoln Road, Española Way, South of Fifth, Ocean Drive, and South Pointe Park, with short stops for photos and walking.

“Alexia (Lexi) was a great tour guide! Extremely knowledgeable about all of South Beach . She asked what WE wanted to see and learn about and made those things the primary focus of our tour. She was amazingly adept at maneuvering that golf cart through the crazy South Beach traffic! 🙂”

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Miami Beach: Parasailing Boat Tour in South Beach - Getting ready on the rear platform
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Miami Beach: Parasailing Boat Tour in South Beach

15.Parasailing Boat Tour in South Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 159 reviews · 10 min · from $80

Fly up to 350 feet above Biscayne Bay on a 8 to 10 minute parasail flight with FlySobe Parasail. A professional crew handles the harness and launch while you enjoy quiet views of South Beach, Miami Beach, and the skyline. Ask about the optional water dip and photo package.

“Parasailing was spectacular, the views of Miami & Miami Beach were amazing. Captain Ethan & crew were fun & entertaining while ensuring our safety every step of the way. Would not hesitate to do this again. Loved it.”

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