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15 Best Boston Harbor Cruises

The harbor cruises: tall ships under sail, narrated loops and the Codzilla boat for passengers who prefer their sightseeing at speed. The skyline reads best from the water.

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

Discover Boston on this 80-minute amphibious Duck Boat tour with a 20-minute cruise on the Charles River. See landmarks, enjoy expert guides, and capture stunning city views.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Really interesting and entertaining for the whole family. I traveled with my parents, husband and 4 kids ages 1-12. Our tour guide was funny and we were able to learn a lot of Boston history/trivia in a short time.”

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2.Boston: City Cruises Whale Watching Cruise

Experience Boston’s marine life firsthand on a 3.5-hour whale watching cruise with expert guides, outdoor viewing decks, and a chance to see whales in their natural habitat.

★ 4.5

“Amazing, we were very lucky and saw over 6 humpbacks and a right whale in late November! Was an incredible trip and smooth sailing, good choice of food and snacks on board.”

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5.Boston Historic Sightseeing Harbor Cruise

Discover Boston’s historic sites from the water on this narrated harbor cruise. Enjoy stunning views, engaging stories, and a relaxing 1-hour adventure for $46.

★ 4.5

“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.”

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6.Boston: Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Experience stunning Boston skyline views on a 1.5-hour sunset cruise, see historic ships, enjoy commentary, and optional bar service—great value and memorable.

★ 4.5

“Cruise around Boston was fabulous. Seating inside or outside of vessel was available. Good range of drinks and snacks at bar. Great seeing the city and interesting historical points from the water.”

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7.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Experience stunning Boston harbor sunsets on a 2-hour cruise, enjoying views of historic landmarks, city lights, and a cannon firing—perfect for relaxed evenings.

★ 4.5

“It afforded us great views of the harbor, sun-set, and night-time sky line but was too long. 1.5 hours would have been perfect.”

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8.Classic Tall Ship Sightseeing Cruise of Boston Harbor

Experience Boston Harbor from a classic tall ship with 90-minute sightseeing cruises, stunning skyline views, friendly crew, and authentic sailing fun.

★ 4.5

“This was excellent. A great way to be out on Boston Harbor on the water. We had never been to Boston or New England before and this was a great way to enjoy a little of Boston.”

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9.Boston: Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

Experience Boston’s iconic harbor from a vintage-style yacht, enjoy sunset views, friendly commentary, and a lively bar for a memorable 2-hour cruise.

★ 4.6

“Very beautiful! We saw a double rainbow completely over the water! Sunset was pretty too. Was cool to see airplanes flying over us when we cruised by the airport. Very picturesque with the Boston skyline. Highly recommended! The meeting point was a little difficult to…”

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10.Sightseeing Day Sail around Boston Harbor

Enjoy a 1.5 to 2-hour sailing adventure around Boston Harbor aboard a replica schooner, with stunning views, knowledgeable crew, and flexible options.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time sailing around Boston Harbor today. The boat was lovely, the crew and captain were very friendly and the weather was fantastic!”

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11.Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

Experience Boston from the water with a 90-minute sunset cruise offering stunning skyline views, lively narration, and onboard drinks for purchase.

★ 4.0

“This was a lovely way to see Boston. For the best view - get there early so you can sit on the upper deck. Doors open 30 minutes before sail.”

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12.Boston Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride

Experience Boston Harbor's thrill on Codzilla, a high-speed boat ride packed with spins, splashes, and fun, ideal for adventure lovers and families alike.

“Codzilla is a great time! It’s refreshing in every meaning of the word! If you’re looking for something different and something that will get your adrenaline going then I highly recommend you book this activity! It was a great time!”

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

Experience Boston Harbor on a traditional tall ship during a 2-hour sunset cruise. Enjoy stunning views, a relaxed atmosphere, and a memorable sailing adventure.

★ 4.5

“This is the one. If you want to be on the coolest boat out there with laid people serving reasonably priced drinks with a real smile! Small group size is nice too.”

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14.90-Minute Boston Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

Experience breathtaking Boston Harbor sunsets on a 90-minute cruise featuring historic sites, the USS Constitution cannon firing, and insightful narration.

“Get in line early to get the seats outside but it was great!! The tour guide Holly was very knowledgeable and a great tone and cadence.”

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15.Boston: City Cruises Sunset Skyline Cruise with Commentary

Experience Boston’s skyline at sunset on this 1.5-hour **guided boat cruise**, with stunning views, cannon fire, and engaging commentary—perfect for sightseeing lovers.

★ 4.6

“Good tour for a couple to do. Sunset is always a spectacular view to witness. The firing of the USS constitution is a good finale.”

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More Boston Harbor Cruises

4.6Boston: City Cruises Harbor Codzilla High Speed Thrill Boat45 min$56 4.3City Cruises Boston: Harbor Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise2 - 3 hours$77 4.0Boston Signature Dinner Cruise2 to 3 hours (approx.)$174.79 4.8Boston: Harbor Champagne Sunset Sail from Rowes Wharf2 hours$82 4.6Boston: Tall Ship Harbor Sail1.5 hours$35 4.5Best of Boston Small Group Tour w/Boat Cruise4 hours (approx.)$199.00 4.8Boston: Downtown Harbor Sailing Cruise90 minutes - 2 hours$66 4.5Boston: New England Harbor Cruise1 hour - 90 minutes$45 4.5Boston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$45.98 3.5Boston Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey2 to 3 hours (approx.)$132.89 4.5Boston Summer Nights Trolley Tour plus River Cruise2 hours (approx.)$51.40 4.5Boston Harbor Brunch Cruise2 hours (approx.)$106.47 5.0Boston Harbor Sunset Sail Tour2 hours (approx.)$82.27 4.8Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise2 hours$68 4.7Boston: Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise1.5 hours$65 4.5Boston: Summer Nights Trolley Tour and River Cruise1.5 hours$51 4.5Boston Holiday Cocoa Cruise1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$82.27 4.3City Cruises Boston: Premier Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise2 hours$104 4.3Downtown Boston Harbor Weekend Cruise with Brunch2 hours$106 4.4Boston: Charles River Sunset and Cocktail Cruise$36 4.5New England Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise in Boston Harbor1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$82.28 4.8Boston Premium Driving Tour with Boat Cruise and Bunker Hill4 hours$169 4.5City Cruises Boston Premier Brunch Cruise on Odyssey2 hours (approx.)$104.28 3.4Boston: Scenic Moonlight Harbor Cruise$33