Bayside Marketplace

The basics

Feel warm tropical breezes as you step out of the shops and onto the promenade at this two-story complex of retailers. Bayside Marketplace features both local and national brands, as well as unique items—including souvenirs—for all budgets. While there are no Bayside Marketplace tours, many boat tours, bike tours, water taxis, and fishing charters leave from here. It’s a great place to board a Biscayne Bay cruise or boat ride to South Beach.

Things to know before you go

• You don’t need Bayside Marketplace tickets as the venue is free to visit.

• In the evenings and on weekends, the market’s atmosphere often gets energetic with dancing and live music.

• Vehicle parking, handicapped parking, and stroller parking are all available.

• Aside from many restaurants, there is a food court serving more fast, casual dining options.

How to get there

Bayside Marketplace is located right on the water on Biscayne Boulevard. There is plenty of paid parking available, and many routes arrive on Miami Beach and South Florida public transportation and Metrorail. It is about a 15-minute walk (less than one mile/1.6 kilometers) from the heart of downtown Miami.

When to get there

The marketplace is open daily from 10am and stays open later on Fridays and Saturdays. Closing hours, and individual restaurant and shop hours, vary—all are available on the Bayside Marketplace website. Expect crowds when cruise ships are in town, which is most days. If you’re looking for live music, your best bet is to visit later in the week.

See Miami from the water

After exploring Miami by land, see a different side of the city by heading out onto the water. Sightseeing tours of Biscayne Bay allow for uninterrupted views of the Miami skyline, its many landmarks, and even some celebrity homes. Check out the Port of Miami, Fisher Island, Star Island, and the Venetian Islands while enjoying a relaxing cruise and the ocean breeze.