Big Bus Miami Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Description
The Big Bus sightseeing tour of Miami has been specifically designed to show you the best that Miami has to offer. You can enjoy it all from the comfort and great vantage point of an open-top bus, or hop off wherever you wish to explore the places that intrigue you most before hopping back on to continue your journey.
You will see all the most thrilling and attractive areas such as South Beach, Downtown Miami, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Wynwood, Little Havana, and more as iconic buildings and monuments like the Freedom Tower, Vizcaya Museum, and the Versace Mansion, not to mention the sleek shapes and vibrant colors of the Art Deco District.
Red Loop - The Beach and City Route
Departing from Central Station this route travels across the scenic MacArthur Causeway and all the way around the Island of Miami Beach. Enjoy the stunning views across the islands and towards the imposing skyline of Downtown from the causeway, then marvel at Washington Avenue, Collins Avenue, and Ocean Drive as we drive you alongside the tropical 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 where a stroll along the shops, restaurants, and art galleries a must is! The journey continues towards Little Havana, the most Cuban-like place in Miami. With its bars and restaurants showcasing all Cuban culture has to offer. Explore the wide variety of museums, galleries, historical areas, and tobacco shops.
The Biscayne Bay Cruise- Millionaire's Row
For those who select the Essential and Explore tickets, make the most of a scenic cruise around Biscayne Bay. The Double Decker yacht provides a brilliant platform to view the Miami Skyline before you head across the bay towards the beautiful waterfront properties of Millionaire's Row. As you cruise past luxury mansions you will get a glimpse into the lifestyle of Miami’s rich and famous. Hop off the bus at Stop 1 at any time throughout the day to connect with the sightseeing boat cruise.
Everglades Experience Tour
For those who select the ExploreTicket, join the Everglades Experience Tour, where you will be taken for an exhilarating airboat tour through the alligator-filled wetlands! After the airboat tour concludes, the excitement continues as you watch a live alligator presentation, compliments of the Gator Boys. With adrenaline-charged fun, the Gator Boys and Girls of Animal Planet delight people of all ages with exciting stunts, and tricks, and provide important information about the conservation and preservation efforts surrounding the American alligator and the wetlands they call home.
Ticket Types
Discover Ticket
1 Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Essential Ticket
2 Day Hop-on Hop-off + The Biscayne Bay Cruise - Millionaire's Row + Miami Island Queen Boat Tour or Night Tour.
Explore Ticket
2 Day Hop-on Hop-off + The Biscayne Bay Cruise - Millionaire's Row + Everglades Experience Tour.
Meeting/pick-up point
Biscayne Bay Boat Cruise: Hop off the bus at Stop 1 at any time throughout the day to get the sightseeing Boat Cruise.
Night Tour: From Stop 1 (Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd, metro bus stop in front of Ben's Pizza)
Miami Island Queen Boat Tour: Daily departures from Stop 1 of Red Route (Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd, main entrance next to Ben's Pizza)
Opening days/period
Biscayne Bay Boat Cruise: From 10:30am to 6pm.
Night Tour: 8pm
Miami Island Queen Boat Tour: Departure times need to be confirmed with a Big Bus representative when arriving in Miami.
Duration
Night Tour: 75-90 minutes
Frequency
Biscayne Bay Boat Cruise: Every hour on the hour (and at 10:30am).
Languages
Audioguide available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Portuguese.
Location Map
Highlights
- Tickets
- Guide
Exclusions
- No food and drinks
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
