
City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise
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3.5/5
Based on 2,928 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise worth booking?
City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise is a 5.5-hour experience in Miami, United States, from $40 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 2,928 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (2,928)
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Discover Miami affordably with this half-day land and sea adventure! Perfect for budget-conscious travelers, this tour offers a fantastic overview of the city. Hop aboard an open-top Double Decker bus and explore Miami B
What you get
About this experience
Discover Miami affordably with this half-day land and sea adventure! Perfect for budget-conscious travelers, this tour offers a fantastic overview of the city. Hop aboard an open-top Double Decker bus and explore Miami Beach, Downtown, the Financial District, Key Biscayne, Coconut Grove, and Little Havana, taking in iconic landmarks and vibrant hotspots and short stops. Your land journey culminates at Bayside Marketplace, where you'll enjoy an hour of free time for lunch and shopping. Then, set sail on a 90-minute boat tour of Millionaire's Row, cruising past the lavish homes on Star Island, Hibiscus Island, Palm Island, Venetian Island, Fischer Island, and more – keep an eye out for celebrity mansions! Please note that this tour prioritizes providing a great value experience for those exploring Miami on a budget. Departures are every hour, offering flexibility for your day. You can also enjoy some extra free time in downtown after your bay cruise if you pick a later return.
What's included
Included
- Air Conditioned Bus- Please note the downstairs of the bus is airconditioned but the stairway is not
- Miami Bus Tour
- Miami Boat Ride of Star Island
- Optional Free time for lunch time and or shopping time
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Lunch
- Gratuities- optional but appreciated
What you'll see and do
Miami Double Decker
The Miami City Tour bus and Boat tour combo departs every hour and starts you off with an amazing city experience, where you explore all of Miami's historical landmarks.
120 minutes here · Admission included
We will pass by South Beach on the bus tour.
Pass by without stopping
Pass by downtown Miami during this tour.
Pass by without stopping
Little Havana
We will stop at Little Havana for 25 minutes. Customers will be able to try Cuban coffee, mojitos, and see how Cuban cigars are rolled.
25 minutes here
After your free time, your tour guide will walk you over to the boat for departure. This 90 minute narrated boat tour will explore all of the islands and homes of the rich and famous. Light snacks and drinks are available for purchase on-board.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Miami Boat Ride of Star Island
Pass by without stopping
Coconut Grove
See Coconut Grove
Pass by without stopping
Bayside Marketplace
This 2 hour bus tour will end at Bayside Marketplace where there are many restaurants, art galleries, designer clothing and boutique shopping available. Once you've arrived at Bayside you will have one free hour for lunch and shopping.
60 minutes here
Wynwood Walls
This tour includes a stop at Wynwood for pictures and selfies.
30 minutes here · Admission included
MacArthur Causeway Bridge
Crossing the MacArthur Causeway will offer you iconic views of the Miami Skyline.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Miami
305 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, Fl 33139 Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour time. Rebooking fee may apply.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
305 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, Fl 33139 Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour time. Rebooking fee may apply.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Miami Double Decker
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring your cameras, lots to see
- Comfortable attire recommended
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,926 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
2,926 verified traveler reviews for City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
It was a bit rushed -...
It was a bit rushed - half a day tour is not enough. The buses are not well maintained. Carpets were rundown, there were no fans and the tour guide was a bit unfriendly and at one point, did not give the sample coffee (visit to Havana) to our other companions in the group. Boat tour was okay, although we got tired of looking at rich people's mansions along the river. Perhaps if there were interesting landmarks other than people's houses, it would have been educational. A cool bottle of water would have been appreciated esp in the sweltering afternoon heat.
via Viator
Disappointed
Overall the experience was okay if we overlooked the inconveniences. If you sit on top on the bus, be prepared to be slapped in the face/head with branches and leaves. One branch smacked my daughter hard and left her in pain. The bottom inside of the bus had no AC and windows were shut on this 90 degree sunny day. The speakers were horrible at the top so we couldn’t hear much of the tour or driver’s instructions. Everyone appeared to be just as lost as us when we made stops for pictures/drinks/food. One family was left behind due to poor instructions. Halfway through, we were walked to our boat cruise. No instructions were given on our pickup spot after the boat cruise. Many of us were left stranded after the boat portion. No response to my messages sent in the app to the tour guide. I goggled and found a number to the Miami Tours and the lady hung up in my face while I was explaining to her that our group is lost and looking for our bus to pick us up. I called back a 2nd time, she told me to tell the group to wait, a bus would be there in 1 hour in a half. This was around 5pm after having been in the hot sun on the tour since 12pm. Many families including mine ended up paying for our own rides back to drop off point. Try another company. I saw other buses with shaded tops on the bus to prevent branches smacking you in the face and provide some shade from the sun. The other buses looked newer and nicer. The boat cruise was an old private ship looking boat that looked like it needed work or you would find at a carnival fair. It was hideous. It’s not the nice boats you see on the photos.
via Viator
False advertisement
NO AC on the bus as advertised, it was extremely uncomfortable in Miami of all places. The windows will not open and are dirty and cracked , did not take any photos for that reason. This company needs to do better.
via Viator
Disappointed
We had a very nice tour guide. However, the tour started 45 minutes late which caused us shorter times at the planned stops. I was disappointed that we only got 15 minutes at Waywood when it should have been 30 minutes and only 30 minutes in Little Havana when it should’ve been an hour. It didn’t leave us much time to explore or even grab lunch. Also, don’t plan for air conditioning inside the bus. There was none. It was hotter inside than sitting on top.
via Viator
Covers basics
Covered all basics, and thats all. Stops at commision should be avoided in my opinion, overall an ok excursion, but could be improved.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,025
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Miami.
How much does City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Miami usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise take?
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Plan for about 5.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Miami is not rushed.
Is City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 2,928 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Miami, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise?
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Around 1,025 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Miami can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Miami and add a light layer if any part of the 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Half Day Tour of Miami by Bus with Sightseeing Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Miami within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Miami?
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Miami splits between the water and the neighbourhoods. Biscayne Bay boat tours, Key Biscayne snorkelling and Everglades airboats cover the first, while Wynwood mural walks, Little Havana food crawls and South Beach deco tours cover the second. We rank Everglades operators carefully: many depart from Miami but the good ones run their own boats rather than reselling seats. On Outty we rank every Miami experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 2 hrs Miami Private Boat with Cooler, Ice, Bluetooth Stereo, Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami, Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Miami?
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November to April, dry season, before hurricane and humidity months. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Miami?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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