What a fantastic experience! We absolutely loved this cruise and couldn’t recommend it enough. We chose the sunset cruise and I genuinely think this is the best time of day to go. We left while it was still daylight, watched the sun set over Miami and returned after dark with the entire skyline illuminated. It was absolutely beautiful and almost felt like getting three different experiences in one trip! The views throughout were amazing. Seeing places like Star Island and Fisher Island from the water was fascinating, and getting to see the incredible waterfront properties and Miami skyline from a completely different perspective was brilliant. The boat itself was comfortable too. There were bench seats running across the boat, which were perfectly fine for the two-hour trip. The views were excellent from either side, so you didn’t feel like you had to sit in a particular spot to enjoy the scenery. The gentleman providing the commentary was fantastic too. He was funny, engaging and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. It wasn’t just a boat ride looking at buildings; he really added something to the trip. There’s also a bar onboard and, surprisingly, the prices were really reasonable! Soft drinks were $2, mocktails $4 and cocktails $10. Considering you’re on a sightseeing cruise in Miami, I thought that was excellent. Our cruise lasted two hours and cost just $36 per person. What incredible value for money! I’m genuinely not sure what else you can do for $36 these days that provides two hours of entertainment, beautiful scenery and such a memorable experience. They also take a souvenir photograph before boarding, which you can purchase afterwards. What I particularly appreciated was that there was absolutely no pressure to buy it. None whatsoever! We actually did purchase ours, but it was entirely our choice. The only slightly disappointing thing was seeing how few people tipped the crew at the end. I think we only saw a couple of people leave a tip, which was a shame because the team really deserved the recognition for such a lovely experience. We loved every minute of this cruise and would absolutely do it again. If you’re visiting Miami, I’d definitely recommend booking a departure that lets you experience the sunset and the city lights. For $36 per person, this was genuinely one of the best-value experiences of our holiday. Absolutely brilliant!
Sunset Star Island Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $27 / person
- Location
- Miami, United States
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 72
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Fiesta Cruises of Miami
- Meeting point
- Once you're in Bayside, look for the large new bar and hangout area called 'Pier 5'. Once there, walk to the water where the boats are and take a left. Look for our ticket booth with the red umbrella just past the restaurant Casa Italia!
Description
Take time out from the daily grind and enjoy this one and a half hour cruise in the evening hour through the famous mansions of Star Island and along Miami’s famous coastline. Relax as the sun sets over Miami and then enjoy Miami’s spectacular nighttime skyline light up before you. Grab a wine, beer, prosecco, or maybe one of our frozen cocktails and see beautiful sights that will help you unwind and de-stress with your family or friends. Seats are limited so make sure to book early. Please note this is not a party cruise, it is a way to see the beautiful sights of Miami with a mix of popular and themed music.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $27
- Child (ages 5–15)
- $25
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 5:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:44 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 103 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Miami Arena
waterfront Arena where the Miami Heat Play
Jungle Island
Cruise past Jungle Island on one side and the Venetian Islands on the other.
Enjoy the views of beautiful homes of the wealthy and famous on Star, Palm, and Hibiscus Islands
Miami Beach Marina
There are many gorgeous yachts of the mega rich on our route.
Port of Miami
Marvel at the huge cruise ships and the towering gantry cranes unloading the freighters.
Come see the Bay right outside of Miami where dolphins occasionally visit and may come and swim right up besides the boat!
You'll see Miami's breathtaking Skyline during the dusk/evening hours and you can grab some of the best pictures of Miami from the Water you can ask for!
What's included
Included
Restroom on board
Not included
Gratuities are not included but appreciated by the crew!
Snacks are available for purchase
From $6 - $12 depending on the item, we have a large selection of cocktails and mocktails from Frozen Daiquiris to wine and even our Captain Jimmy's Punch!
At $2 each we have Coke, Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite, or Sunkist
$2 per bottle
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
16 reviews
How it compares in Miami
- Starting price $27 is 66% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Miami
Excurgo comparison of 1,150 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Should be legal age to consume alcohol
- Time duration is for the time allocated on waters while on Cruise.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sunset Star Island Cruise take?
Sunset Star Island Cruise lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Sunset Star Island Cruise cost?
Prices start at $27 per person for this Miami experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Sunset Star Island Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM.
How much does Sunset Star Island Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $25, adults from $27. Infants go free.
Does Sunset Star Island Cruise sell out?
It can: 103 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Sunset Star Island Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Once you're in Bayside, look for the large new bar and hangout area called 'Pier 5'. Once there, walk to the water where the boats are and take a left. Look for our ticket booth with the red umbrella just past the restaurant Casa Italia! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Sunset Star Island Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 72 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
1
Absolutely fantastic sunset cruise – incredible views and amazing value!
L
Great views/ relaxing ride
Rain or shine!! We were concerned because it was raining hard, thunder and lightning. But, trip took off.
B
This tour was just OK
Drinks, staff and music were good. I took my young adult kids. However tour was unimpressive especially if you've done this tour before. All stops on iteniary are pass bys. And we were told about 4 homes Shaqs former home, JLO, Diddy, DJ Khaled. There are many others. Site also says approximately 2 hours. We didn't leave the doc until 7:20 and returned before 9. When I asked why it was short and why we were returning I was told due to FIFA traffic. It was so busy yesterday. Yesterday?
K
Unsure
Boarding was very easy. The ship was set up a little weird, so we stood most of the tour. We were scheduled for an apx. 2 hour tour and it was less than 90 min. The experience was just off. The crew was lovely and the price was good.
S
Overall, great experience
We really enjoyed the cruise, very informative with a bit of humor. Only suggestion would be to have some place on the boat where the sound/music isn’t quite as loud. I was taken aback about some type of drawing which ended up as a timeshare offer….
O
Great experience
Everything was nice. We departed on time and had fun on board. My 4 years old daughter enjoyed it too.
1
Fun way to see the city!
Fun family experience! The crew were welcoming and entertaining which created a great vibe; our host offered lots of info on the celebrity homes/area along with playing DJ and keeping the lively music going throughout the cruise. Even with the questionable weather (rain let up just in time for our cruise), they went out of their way to see that we had a great time.
H
very nice views nice to do
great disco playlist, not too much blabla, a bar for a pina colada or a beer and especially beautiful sunset views, nice team
G
The best experience at bayside
Lovely experience, excellent music and wonderful vibe !!
D
Fun
It was a good time and very fun!
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