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Boston: Historical Sightseeing Cruise

4.6  / 51531 reviews
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Boston: Historical Sightseeing Cruise
4.6  / 51531 reviews

Discover the historic and contemporary milestones of Boston’s inner and outer harbors during this fun, informative, fully narrated sightseeing cruise.

About this activity

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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Luz – United States

It was a great ride!. love the tour guy, the stories and jokes. Great views from from the cruise.

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Luz – United States
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Karen P – United States

This was a great tour! Our guide, Dave, was funny and informative. He pointed out all of the sites of interest and shared a lot of history about the harbor.

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Karen P – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • See views of the historic USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument and Old North Church
  • Take in panoramic views of the Boston skyline and the Boston Harbor Islands
  • Learn the highlights of American History where it started
  • Travel through the Harbor Islands National Park Area
  • Enjoy outdoor viewing decks and indoor spaces with large windows

Full description

Board a sightseeing cruise in Boston and take a tour around Boston Harbor. Experience breathtaking views, refreshing sea breezes, and vividly told stories of Boston's past and present as you admire the city's sights from the water. Depart from Long Wharf, then Cruise past the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned US Navy warship afloat today, marvel at the Bunker Hill Monument, and catch a glimpse of the fabled Old North End Church steeple. Hear heroic tales told by expert narrators and learn about local legends from the Revolutionary War. You'll also discover how the harbor was transformed into one of the cleanest waterways in the country. Enjoy the best view no matter the weather, with spacious outdoor viewing decks when the weather is fine, and indoor spaces with large windows if you want to be indoors. Onboard refreshments and snacks are also available for purchase.

Includes

  • Harbor cruise
  • Onboard narration
  • Captain
  • Tips
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

The tour departs from One Long Wharf, which is located between the Long Wharf Marriott Hotel and the New England Aquarium in Boston. Upon arrival at Long Wharf, please proceed to the boarding location of your cruise, where you will present your voucher for scanning/redemption.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
  • Food and drinks are available for purchase on board and are not included in the price of the tour
  • Infants are free, however, make sure you select the free infant ticket option

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1531 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Luz – United StatesDecember 1, 2024  – Verified booking
It was a great ride!. love the tour guy, the stories and jokes. Great views from from the cruise.
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Karen P – United StatesNovember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
This was a great tour! Our guide, Dave, was funny and informative. He pointed out all of the sites of interest and shared a lot of history about the harbor.
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Janet – United StatesOctober 26, 2024  – Verified booking
Great way to see Boston by boat. The length of the tour was perfect. The boat was comfortable, with sun or no-sun options. The guides were great. Recommend. My only critique is the exact location of the meeting point on the wharf was not clear. We walked right past the line because we thought the voucher stated a specific gate which it did not.
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Product ID: 7201

Activity provider:Boston Harbor City Cruises

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