The 4 Best Boston Boat Tours

1.Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,378 reviews · from $59Our pick

Ride a renovated WWII amphibious duck boat through Boston, then splash into the Charles River for skyline views. Your narrator covers landmarks from Boston Common to Bunker Hill, with morning and afternoon departures from the Museum of Science, New England Aquarium, or Prudential Center.

“It’s very informational and it’s worth the money paid. There are different tour times to choose from”

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2.City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,115 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Board a high-speed catamaran at Boston’s Long Wharf for a roughly three-and-a-half-hour trip to Stellwagen Bank. A naturalist guide, including guides such as Colin on some departures, explains whale behavior and conservation. Expect outdoor viewing decks, indoor seating, a snack bar, and possible rough seas.

“A slightly strange review - the trip was curtailed due to another passenger being injured but the operator handled everything really well and announced refunds for all passengers with no questions asked.”

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3.City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,388 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $46

Spend one hour on Boston Harbor with a narrator such as Kevin, Holly, Mike, or Jeff, hearing Revolutionary War stories while passing USS Constitution, Boston Light, Old North Church, Fort Independence, and the working port. Choose the upper deck for clearer views, but bring a layer for the wind.

“What a wonderful afternoon spent getting to know Boston and it's beautiful sites. Our guide was very knowledgeable and extremely engaging. Absolutely worth doing.”

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4.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 888 reviews · 1h 30m · from $31Best value

Meet at Rowes Wharf for a 90-minute English-language cruise around Boston Harbor. Your captain or narrator points out city landmarks, the USS Constitution, Logan Airport traffic, and harbor history as daylight fades. Outdoor and indoor seating are available, with snacks, soft drinks, and a full bar onboard.

“Everything was fabulous, we loved it, we had a perfect night, it would’ve been helpful. If the guy was a little bit louder cause we couldn’t hear everything that he was saying, and it was definitely informative. Everyone was lovely!!”

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