Top 15 Boat Tours in Boston

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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

/ August 12, 2026

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

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

See Boston by amphibious duck boat on land and splash down the Charles River, with narrated sights via a GPS app. From $59.75.

“Heart of gold thought of pure diamond. This guy is precious. He obviously should be teaching everybody else to do the tour and his professionalism and personification made everybody feel at home the things in the little things that he poinRead more”

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Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

/ August 12, 2026

2.City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,710 reviews · 3h 30m · from $85

Boston whale watching from Long Wharf on a fast, comfy cruise with outdoor decks and New England Aquarium naturalists.

“Honestly I could not sell this experience more! It was such a cool experience in Boston and a great way to spend the first half of our day. The guide and staff on boat did all they could to get us some whale sightings and they had such great knowledge about them. Was really cool to learn so much about them! We saw two humpback whales in the end (Fern and Rocker) and it was such a surreal experience and I could not recommend more! The guides also come throughout the boat during the journey to and from Boston and give you some details, allow you to ask any questions…”

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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

/ August 12, 2026

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

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

Boston Harbor whale watch by high-speed boat to Stellwagen Bank with a naturalist guide, indoor cabin, and real whale chances.

“Great guids, nice vibe, informative excursion. Whales are amazing... Would love to see these amazing animals again😉”

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Boston: City Cruises Historical Sightseeing Cruise

/ August 12, 2026

4.City Cruises Historical Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,771 reviews · 1 hour · from $46

1-hour Boston Harbor cruise from Long Wharf with guided stories of USS Constitution, Revolutionary landmarks, and deck views plus snacks.

“The tour guide was personable and knowledgeable. The seating area on the boat was clean and roomy. The facilities were clean and they offered refreshments.”

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City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

/ September 13, 2026

5.City Cruises Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

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

60 minute narrated Boston Harbor cruise with USS Constitution, Tea Party ships, and Boston Light. Mobile ticket and quick boarding.

“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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Boston: Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

/ August 14, 2026

6.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

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

90-minute Boston Harbor sunset cruise from Rowes Wharf with guided sights, USS Constitution views, and bar drinks onboard.

“A sudden thunderstorm delayed the launch, but fortunately everyone had already boarded. It was fun watching the thunderstorm from inside the boat. Afterwards we saw a beautiful rainbow, and the skyline was so pretty with half still under cloud cover with occasional flashes of lightning and the other half lit up by the sunset. The boat was not too crowded at all. Great experience.”

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Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

/ September 14, 2026

7.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 632 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Two hours on the water for sunset in Boston, past Charlestown Navy Yard and USS Cassin Young, with USS Constitution cannon and a warm cabin option.

“Staff were really friendly, the boat was well equipped, the bar staff had to work hard. All the habour was covered, and all in all it was a very pleasant experience”

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Classic Tall Ship Cruise in Boston Harbor

/ September 14, 2026

8.Classic Tall Ship Cruise in Boston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 615 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Sail Boston Harbor on the Liberty Star, a classic schooner cruise with real crew Q&A, skyline views, and optional sail-hoisting for $35.

“While the ship was very nice and the staff was accommodating, there was no actual cruise around the harbor. The ship circled the same area in front of the airport landing strip for most of the time. We did not get any good views of the Boston Harbor from the ship. It was disappointing.”

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Boston: Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

/ August 13, 2026

9.Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 570 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

Cruise Boston Harbor at sunset on the Northern Lights yacht, with light commentary, onboard music, skyline views, and a cannon fire moment off USS Constitution.

“Absolutely amazing! Definitely a must if you visit Boston”

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Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

/ September 13, 2026

10.Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $66Top rated

Sail Boston Harbor on a replica pilot schooner. Pick 1.5 or 2 hours, fill bottles, ask questions, and spot islands and landmarks.

“It was wonderful! The crew was fabulous, so friendly and welcoming. The ride itself was thrilling and the views spectacular. I’ll definitely go again soon.”

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Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

/ September 14, 2026

11.Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 532 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Rowes Wharf sunset cruise with live English narration, views past Logan Airport and USS Constitution, and Boston skyline lights with drinks.

“Nice and calm.. I appreciated the tour guy who did the narration. People were getting along while enjoying the beautiful view of the ocean, other boats carrying other people, who were waving at us. Very grateful that we took the trip and came back safely. Thanks to the person driving the ship and all the others who work along to make sure all went well. I recommend taking a ride with Sunset Cruise”

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City Cruises Boston Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride

/ September 13, 2026

12.City Cruises Boston Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 424 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $56

City Cruises Boston Codzilla is a 45-minute high-speed, water-splashed thrill ride in Boston Harbor with music, narration, and big speed.

“It was really cool and fun 🙌🏽 we spent wonderful time . I am so satisfied 🤗thank you very much for this experience”

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Sunset Sailing Cruise on a Tall Ship in Boston Harbor

/ September 14, 2026

13.Sunset Sailing Cruise on a Tall Ship in Boston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 414 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Sail into Boston’s sunset on a classic tall ship. 2 hours of harbor views, small-group vibes, and galley-bar drinks for purchase.

“The crew was friendly and skilled, the cocktails were well made, and the views superb! Highly recommended for a lovely view of the Boston skyline from the harbor.”

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City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

/ September 13, 2026

14.City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 411 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $56

A 90-minute Boston Harbor sunset cruise with live narration, cannon moment from USS Constitution, and big inner and outer harbor views.

“Really fun experience. So glad we did it. The views were beautiful and the tour guide was excellent!”

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Boston: City Cruises Sunset Skyline Cruise with Commentary

/ August 13, 2026

15.City Cruises Sunset Skyline Cruise with Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 381 reviews · 1h 30m · from $55

A 90-minute narrated Boston Harbor sunset cruise from Long Wharf, with USS Constitution cannon salute, skyline views, and expert commentary.

“The weather was very dull and windy so we were in two minds about going, but we're so glad that we did! We may not have seen the sunset, but the views of the city were spectacular, especially once everywhere was lit up. The narrator was informative and engaging, and overall it was probably the best thing we did in Boston. Our only gripe is that we were told to go to the booth to exchange the ap booking for tickets. The guy at the booth said no need, but then sent us to the wrong dock, so basically communication needs to improve.”

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