Rowes Wharf Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Rowes Wharf. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now that depart from Rowes Wharf:

• Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

• Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

• Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise

• Boston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

• Boston Holiday Cocoa Cruise

Rowes Wharf is free to visit, as it’s a waterfront area in downtown Boston. If you plan to take a harbor cruise departing from Rowes Wharf, ticket prices generally start from US$30 per person for sightseeing boat trips, US$85 for sunset sails around Boston Harbor, and US$85 for boat rides with an onboard brunch included.

For a cruise departing from Rowes Wharf, you should dress for the weather—most boats have indoor areas, but some vessels are open to the elements. Even if there’s indoor seating, be prepared to go out on the deck for views: pack sunscreen and shades during warm weather, a waterproof jacket if rain is likely, and warm layers when cold. Wear flat, comfortable shoes.

The marina at Rowes Wharf serves as a docking area for private yachts as well as public sightseeing and harbor cruise vessels. The Boston Harbor Hotel, a well-known waterfront landmark, is there, as well as shops and office spaces. The water shuttle to Logan International Airport departs from Rowes Wharf.

Activities near Rowes Wharf include the Boston HarborWalk, a 43-mile (69-kilometer) walkway that connects the harbor area with waterfront neighborhoods like Charlestown and the North End. The New England Aquarium is just a short walk from Rowes Wharf and the perfect post-cruise activity, or you can visit the Boston Tea Party Museum.

Yes, parking is available at Rowes Wharf Garage. Rates vary depending on length of stay, so it's a good idea to check current pricing before you go. For those who prefer not to drive, the closest MBTA stops are South Street on the Red Line and Aquarium on the Blue Line, both within easy walking distance of Rowes Wharf.