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Boston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise | 1 hour 30 minutes

119 Reviews | Boston
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1.5 Hour Boston Harbor Cruise
2 Adults x $46.62
$93.24
Approx Total
$93.24
Enjoy a 1.5 hour cruise in Boston Harbor.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Cruise aboard Northern Lights
  • Enjoy moderate commentary on the main sights by the captain. This is not a fully narrated tour
  • Food and drinks are not included, but are available for purchase by credit card
  • Gratuities are not included, but recommended for the Captain and crew

Overview

Enjoy this 1.5 hour cruise around Boston Harbor on classic 1920s-style Yacht Northern Lights. Relax in the indoor grand salon area or venture to the top, outdoor deck for more sweeping views of the Harbor. Some notable sites include great views of Boston's skyline, Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Cassin Young, and the USS Constitution along with Boston's Harbor Islands. Bring your camera! Grab a beverage or light snacks from the bar (available for purchase by credit card).

Meeting points

The boat departs from Rowes Wharf, directly behind the Boston Harbor Hotel, located at (for GPS) 400 Atlantic Avenue, Boston (02110). Check-in at Rowes Wharf is located in the Ferry Terminal, a climate controlled public space, located on the wharf only steps away from our dock. If guests are lost or running late, please call us at 617-951-2460.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Boston Harbor Islands State Park (Pass By)

    Cruise around some of the Inner Harbor Islands on this 1.5-hour cruise and enjoy the sights including Spectacle Island, which has been transformed by the Big Dig Project of Boston.

  • USS Constitution Museum (Pass By)

    Cruise by the USS Constitution and enjoy a unique view of the boat from the water

  • USS Cassin Young (Pass By)

    Cruise by this historic boat for a unique view from the water

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the departure time to check-in at the ticket booth and obtain boarding passes
  • Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • There is a climate controlled main cabin with seating, a covered upper deck and an open bow
  • Infant seats are available if given advance notice
  • Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted.
  • Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
  • This cruise is moderately narrated by the Captain. Enjoy commentary on the main sights as we cruise. Please note this is not a fully narrated tour.

Free Cancellation

September 10100% refund
September 11No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.5

119 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    87
  • 4 stars
    13
  • 3 stars
    12
  • 2 stars
    4
  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 87 reviews with 5 stars

Great Harbor Cruise

Published on Oct, 2024

Highly recommended Super nice staff Very clean boat with fully stocked craft bar Excellent wine selection Honest great pricing

Beautiful View of the City from the Water

Published on Oct, 2024

We enjoyed the tour very much. It was a windy day so it was a bit cold on the top deck but we still enjoyed it. The captain gave us some commentary on certain areas but not the whole time which we appreciated. It was fun to sail under the planes landing at the airport. The boat (Northern Lights) is beautiful and very comfortable. It was not a full tour so we had plenty of room. You get a beautiful view of the city from the water.

relaxing way to see the harbor

Published on Oct, 2024

great relaxing 1 1/2 hours. very nice to sit and see the Boston sky line from the harbor. Plenty of room to sit and relax and have a drink as there's a bar on board. The captian giving comentry of the main points we were seeing. And an added bonus of seals swimming in the harbor.

Relaxing boat trip

Published on Oct, 2024

Great relaxing 1 1/2 hours touring the harbour. Easy to find easy check-in. Very enjoyable. Sing seals swimming by way a real bonus

Beautiful View

Published on Oct, 2024

Beautiful views of the city from the Harbor! A relaxing, enjoyable experience. Highlights of the city were pointed out but it wasn't a continuous narration of Boston. It allowed my husband and me to enjoy a cocktail, each other, and the views.

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