Bayside Marketplace is a two-story outdoor shopping center located in Downtown Miami. It is a perfect place for spending time with your family and friends. There are many restaurants, shops, boats for rent, and much more entertainment. Bayside Marketplace is also the embarkation point for boat tours, speedboats, and cruise tours.

SHOPPING:

You can shop in places from independent boutiques to big familiar brands. Some of the small boutiques located in Bayfront are Beya, Le Bowtique, Pasha Silver, and Stitch by Stitch. The bigger familiar brands include Gap, Bath and Body Works, Claires, the Disney Store, Express, Foot Locker, and Victoria’s Secret. If you are also looking to pamper yourself there are also some salons and spas that are located in this area as well such as D’Nature Hair and Nail Salon and Sakura Reflexology. A lot of tourists come to this area since it’s a very popular place to visit. Bayfront and Miami souvenirs can also be found here in stores such as Bayside Cigars, Bayside Logo Shop, Gifts from the Sea, and Global Culture. If you are looking for a day of shopping, this is the place to go. You can also enjoy the beautiful view of Biscayne Bay while you shop.

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT

There is nothing like dining with a breathtaking view of the Bay. Bayside offers a variety of options to indulge at such as their food court which offers international cuisine. There is also the Hard Rock Café which offers American style food, Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory and Largo Seafood and Grill which has seafood, Lombardi’s Ristorante which offers some baked pizza, fresh pasta dishes, and homemade gelato for dessert, and Chili’s if you want a chill ambiance and a place that isn’t as expensive. Miami can be pretty hot most of the year. There are also places you can grab a refreshing drink such as Fat Tuesdays which if known for their frozen cocktails and Bavaria Haus Beer Hall if you’re more into beer.  If you would like to sit by the bay and watch the sunset, there is a unique and exotic hookah lounge called Off the Hookah where you can also dance the night away. There are also places like Starbucks and Dippin’ Dots if you need a little pick me upper or craving something sweet. On weekends and evenings, you can enjoy live music and entertainment. Bayside also offers virtual reality gaming at 3D Laserland and VR Podscape. At times you can even catch the Miami Walk of Fame with stars like Ice Cube, Kevin Hart, and Channing Tatum representing.

BOATING AND ATTRACTIONS

Miamarina is located in Bayside which is also a prime destination for the best boat tours. In the marina you can find boat rentals, fishing charters, jet ski tours, and rentals. It’s also the site for Island Queen Cruises and sightseeing tours where you can visit Millionaire’s Row and Star Island to Stiltsville’s offshore wonders. There is also the 42-foot speedboat called Thriller Miami which has been very popular, and it takes passengers into the bay that can go as fast as 50 miles per hour. No matter what it is you are looking to do, Bayside Marketplace offers a variety of activities all in one place while enjoying the beautiful scenery Miami has to offer.

SKYVIEW MIAMI OBSERVATION WHEEL

Bayside Marketplace also has a 200-foot Feris wheel which can also be known as the tourism biz. You are able to enjoy spectacular views of Biscayne Bay and the city’s skyline. This Ferris wheel has 42 climate-controlled gondolas with video and music features. Each of the gondolas can hold up to eight passengers, staying in compliance with the CDC guidelines and the ride lasts about 15 minutes. Skyview Miami is named after the recognizable London Eye located in the United Kingdom. It was designed by Ronald Bussink from Switzerland which he is known for playing a big role in the Ferris wheel/amusement park industry.

CONCLUSION

Bayside Marketplace is the best spot for both tourists and locals, combining an outdoor-indoor place to shop and a marina that attracts over 15-million visitors annually. This place is famous for shopping by day and its live entertainment and music coming into life during the night. There are many restaurants which offer all types of cuisine, stores for both kids and adults, boat tour rentals for you and your family, and the Skyview Ferris Wheel whether you are on a date or would like to enjoy the views with your family. The options of activities to do in this one spot are endless. This place is enjoyable for people of all ages. If you’re lucky, you might even catch the sunset while you’re enjoying the amenities of Bayside. Now, that you will be visiting, don’t forget to pass by the Bayside shops and get souvenirs for yourself, friends, and family.