City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise
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Boston, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See some of the top attractions in Boston from the waterfront on this narrated sightseeing cruise. Explore the world-famous Boston Harbor and see the city’s historic sites while listening to live commentary on board, from tales of the Revolutionary War to local legends. While you cruise, enjoy views of the city skyline as well as the Boston Harbor Islands, USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”), and the Bunker Hill Monument.
- Historic sightseeing cruise of Boston Harbor
- Narrated tour with tales of the Revolutionary War, Legends of the Sea, and Boston's Historical Figures
- Learn how the harbor was transformed into one of the cleanest waterways
- Choose from multiple departure times to fit your schedule
What's Included
- 60-minute Historic Sightseeing Cruise of Boston Harbor
- Narrated tour.
- See stunning panoramic views of Boston's skyline and waterfront areas.
- Skip the ticket booth and head straight to the boat for faster boarding
- Food & Beverages (available for purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Please arrive at the Boston Harbor Cruises meeting point early – boarding begins 15 minutes before departure.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Discover some of the important historic attractions along Boston’s inner and outer harbors during this entertaining and educational sightseeing cruise.
On this narrated tour, see the USS Constitution, the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat and America’s Ship of State.
Check out Old North Church, where the famous “one if by land, and two if by sea” signal is said to have been sent by Paul Revere back in 1775. There’s also Boston Light, a lighthouse located on Little Brewster Island in outer Boston Harbor and the first light station established on the North American continent.
On this narrated tour, see the USS Constitution, the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat and America’s Ship of State.
Check out Old North Church, where the famous “one if by land, and two if by sea” signal is said to have been sent by Paul Revere back in 1775. There’s also Boston Light, a lighthouse located on Little Brewster Island in outer Boston Harbor and the first light station established on the North American continent.
Boston Harbor City Cruises (Pass By)
Castle Island (Pass By)
Logan International Airport (Pass By)
USS Constitution (Pass By)
Bunker Hill Monument (Pass By)
Boston Light (Pass By)
Boston Harbor City Cruises (Pass By)
Old North Church & Historic Site (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
- Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
- Infants are free, however, they are REQUIRED to have a ticket.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Karen_C
Liz provided a great narration while the ship was sailing, and the crew was so welcoming as we boarded.. The two young men who took photos, which were available for purchase after the cruise, were friendly and helpful. Sitting on the deck of the ship in the sunshine, surrounded by fresh air and a gentle breeze, was incredibly relaxing. My family and I enjoyed this tour very much, and we highly recommend it.
Reviews
4.5
based on 1,405 reviews
Lenette_H, May 2026
This tour is concise and packed with information. The plus side is that you can sit outside and enjoy the view
craig_k, May 2026
I would highly recommend doing the tour. Kevin did a wonderful job, very informative and knowledgeable of Boston
Niamh_O, May 2026
The guide David (I think) was very witty and made the experience. We were provided with lots of information. The trip was comfortable and aided by good weather. I would recommend this tour if you would like to know the history of how Boston was built. There is not any major information about the American Revolution so if that is what you are looking for, book a different cruise.
Jasmine_R, Apr 2026
Didn't get to do the cruise because I was late and I messaged them about 16 minutes before that I wasn't going to make it and if I could do their next tour about an hour and a half later. Never got back to me. I called the viator company to see if they could rebook for the next departure and they said they would send a request to the cruise for approval of the rebooking because they had availability. I waited and was never contacted by either company.
Nikki_T, Apr 2026
We really enjoyed this tour. It was chilly out so the closed in lower level was perfect. The narrator was very knowledgeable and everyone was super friendly.
Chloe_B, Apr 2026
Excellent boat trip, took in the harbour great sightseeing with commentary which was really informative.
Susan_B, Apr 2026
It was a nice ride. The guide was knowledgeable and the hot chocolate was delicious! The history of the bay and Spectacle Island was quite interesting.
Susy_M, Apr 2026
Kevin was both entertaining and informative! We enjoyed the commentary and the route the cruise took.
Jerome_R, Jan 2026
The experience was ok. Not sure it was worth the price but the tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of Boston. Expected music and clean/ clear windows to look out of.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found our guide knowledgeable about Boston’s history. We appreciate your comments regarding the music and window clarity and will share them with our team as we work to improve the overall experience.
Taya_P, Jan 2026
Nice one hour boat trip, quite educational about Boston. Indoor area great during winter. Outdoor space open in the winter also. As functional bar for snack snacks, and drinks.
William_J, Dec 2025
Great tour of the harbour even in wet and misty conditions with a lot of interesting commentary about the seafront - both historical and more recent.
VANESSA_C, Dec 2025
Enjoyable narration during the cruise providing great stories and history about Boston. Nice introduction for a sightseeing tour from the harbour
Lina_N, Nov 2025
Amazing views and guide. Fantastic time even as a solo traveler. You get to see and hear about the rich history of Boston and then some.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the amazing views, our guide, and the rich history of Boston. Happy to hear you had a fantastic time—even as a solo traveler. Hope to have you back again!
Marie_G, Nov 2025
Fun tour! Relaxing time on the boat. Mike was a great narrator!
Learned a lot about Boston. Would recommend.
Wendy_H, Nov 2025
We enjoyed the history and even learned a few new things, didnt take into account the blinding sunset at we did the 4pm cruise the sun was at building level🤣
terri_b, Nov 2025
Hi this was a wonderful cruise! No hassle boarding and friendly crew staff! Learned a bunch about Boston including places to visit next time around.
Nancy_S, Oct 2025
The boat or the interior side was that very well kept. In fact the seat I was sitting on was broken after moving twice still the same. However the narrator was excellent and very informative. For $46 a person I would expect the seating to be better
Christy_R, Oct 2025
It was ok. The windows on the lower deck were dirty and difficult to see out of. There were not many snacks to choose from even though it looked as if they had had quite an assortment before. It was difficult to hear/understand the tour guide on the lower level. But it was only $45 so it was not terrible
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found the experience reasonable, but we apologize for the issues with the lower deck windows, limited snacks, and difficulty hearing the tour guide. We appreciate your comments and will work on improving these aspects for future guests.
Jayne_V, Oct 2025
The tour was interesting and comfortable. It was nice to see Boston from the harbor and the USS Constitution from a closer vantage point. The tour guide gave great information. The only down side was that the sound system was not that clear. With all the noise in the harbor, it was frequently difficult to hear the guide.
Glenn_p, Oct 2025
The excursion was worth the time and money. Beautiful views and great information. Easy access to the port, and great location to explore downtown Boston.
Joanne_W, Oct 2025
Lots of American history. Knowledgeable and witty guide. Doesn’t go too far out to sea but was only a harbour cruise.
John_T, Oct 2025
The crew was very nice and the tour guide was very informative and very funny. We all enjoyed the cruise very much
Lucy_W, Oct 2025
Sit on the upper deck on the left side for best views. Tour guide gave a good overview of the harbor. He did have a bit of an attitude. The woman lining everybody up to board was excellent - gave us great tips to enjoy the cruise. She should have given the tour.
Laurie_B, Oct 2025
The tour itself was great - especially the narration and history shared. I was a little surprised by the interior of the boat. Definitely aged with torn upholstery. Seemed a bit beat up. Overall still a worth while tour.
Carmel_G, Oct 2025
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.
Kathleen_L, Oct 2025
We sailed on a beautiful day and our narrator Kevin was excellent.
We learned so much about Boston. So glad we went. Thanks
KaSandra_S, Oct 2025
This activity was a lot of fun, even rain or sun. There a lot of things to learn from the guide. He was really funny. It was a fun activity overall
Matt_C, Oct 2025
Our guide, Holly, was exceptional. Her knowledge of Boston’s history was amazing and her delivery so engaging.
Laura_M, Oct 2025
Perfect amount of time and very informative. Kevin was a wonderful tour guide. It was a beautiful day on the harbor.
Wichuda_J, Oct 2025
Very convenient to get on a cruise. Nice staffs. Great view. Tour guide is very nice with knowledge and very friendly.
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