Things to do nearBayside Marketplace
Bayside Marketplace is an open-air shopping and entertainment hub in Miami, Florida, celebrated for its bay views, live music, and eclectic dining.
Bayside Marketplace opened in 1987 as part of a broader effort to revitalize downtown Miami's waterfront, and it remains one of the most visited open-air retail and entertainment complexes in South Florida. Situated along the edge of Biscayne Bay adjacent to Bayfront Park, the marketplace occupies a prime stretch of waterfront that frames the Miami skyline on one side and the open water on the other. Visitors browse a mix of souvenir shops, jewelry vendors, apparel boutiques, and specialty stores spread across two levels of covered pavilions, while the outdoor promenade invites leisurely strolling along the bay.
The dining scene leans toward casual and festive, with waterfront restaurants serving seafood, Latin American cuisine, and tropical cocktails that suit the Miami climate. Live entertainment is a consistent draw, with performers appearing throughout the week on the central outdoor stage, giving the marketplace a festive atmosphere that feels authentically tied to Miami's multicultural character.
The adjacent marina serves as a departure point for bay cruises, speedboat tours, and sightseeing excursions, making Bayside Marketplace a practical hub for exploring the water as well as the shore. Bayfront Park, directly next door, offers a green respite and hosts major concerts and cultural events throughout the year. For anyone spending time in downtown Miami, Bayside Marketplace delivers a genuine sense of place, connecting the city's urban energy to its irreplaceable natural setting on the bay.
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Visit during the early evening on weekends, when live bands fill the outdoor stage and the bay glows with the last light of sunset.
Try the fresh ceviche or Cuban street food from the outdoor food stalls near the waterfront promenade for a genuinely local bite.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the open-air layout spreads across a wide bayfront plaza best explored on foot.
Take one of the sightseeing boat tours that depart directly from the Bayside Marketplace marina for views of Millionaires Row and Biscayne Bay.
Arrive by Metromover using the College/Bayside station to avoid downtown Miami parking and step directly into the marketplace.
Top tours & experiences near Bayside Marketplace
Private Miami Boat Tour to Star Island & Bayside Marketplace
Cruise Miami Bay at night with a private captain and skyline views
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Segway & Boat Tour of Miami & Millionaire’s Row
See South Beach by Segway, then cruise Biscayne Bay by boat
Biscayne Bay Jet Ski Tour to Star Island from Miami
Ride Miami’s waterways with a local guide who knows the bay
Ride a Hybrid Bike Rental in Miami Beach
Rent a 21-gear hybrid bike and explore Miami Beach at your pace
Double-Decker Bus Tour of Miami in English & Spanish
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Private Sunset Speedboat Tour of Miami Skyline
See Miami from the water on a private ride timed for sunset
Miami Happy Hour Sunset Cruise & Millionaire Homes
Unwind on the water with Miami's skyline as your backdrop
Biscayne Bay Island Snorkeling Tour from South Beach
Pair island snorkeling with floating mats, water tubes and a sandy beach
Miami Skyline & Celebrity Homes Cruise from South Beach
See celebrity waterfront homes and Miami's skyline from the bay
Open-Top Double Decker Bus Tour of Miami
Discover Miami’s Art Deco streets, murals, and Cuban culture from an open-air upper deck
Miami Biscayne Bay 80-Minute Sightseeing Cruise
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Miami Lobster Mini Season Scuba Dive
Two-tank certified dive for Florida’s July spiny lobster mini season
Cruise Biscayne Bay to Flagler Island in 3 Hours
Cruise Biscayne Bay to an island stop with kayaks, paddleboards, and a water trampoline
Miami Women's Dive Day Charter
Celebrate the ocean on a four-hour two-tank dive from Bayside Marketplace
Sunset Catamaran Cruise Along the Miami Skyline
Sail Biscayne Bay at sunset on a spacious catamaran
Miami Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
Sunset views, DJ beats, and unlimited drinks on Biscayne Bay
Miami Snorkeling Cruise With Water Trampoline
Sail Miami’s waterfront, then snorkel and play on the water
Miami City Tour & Biscayne Bay Cruise
Explore Miami neighborhoods by bus, then cruise Biscayne Bay with free time at Bayside Marketplace
2-Hour Biscayne Bay Sightseeing Cruise
Toast to Miami skyline views with unlimited Tinto de Verano
Sunset Biscayne Bay Cruise
Sip premium open-bar drinks while cruising Biscayne Bay’s skyline
Miami Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
Sip unlimited drinks while taking in Biscayne Bay skyline and island views
Cruise Biscayne Bay on a 2-Hour Champagne Cruise
2-hour evening champagne cruise with skyline views
Miami Biscayne Bay Millionaire Homes Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise Biscayne Bay with live English and Spanish narration