Boston Harbor Cruise: Sightseeing on 1920s Yacht
4.5
79 Ratings
Boston
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
What's Included
  • Cruise aboard Northern Lights
  • Enjoy moderate commentary on the main sights by the captain. This is not a fully narrated tour
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks are not included, but are available for purchase by credit card
  • Gratuities are not included, but recommended for the Captain and crew
Additional Information

Delight in a 90-minute voyage on the iconic 1920s-style Yacht Northern Lights as it pretty much covers the entirety of Boston Harbor. You can either find comfort in the indoor grand salon zone or make your way to the elevated, open-air deck for an extensive panorama of the Harbor. The highlights of the cruise include awe-inspiring views of Boston’s skyline, Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Cassin Young, and the USS Constitution along with the intriguing Boston’s Harbor Islands. Make sure to bring your camera along! If you feel like grabbing a beverage or light eatables, then we have a bar on board where you can pay by credit card.

  • Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the departure time to check-in at the ticket booth and obtain boarding passes
  • Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • There is a climate controlled main cabin with seating, a covered upper deck and an open bow
  • Infant seats are available if given advance notice
  • Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted.
  • Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
  • This cruise is moderately narrated by the Captain. Enjoy commentary on the main sights as we cruise. Please note this is not a fully narrated tour.
Location
Classic Harbor Line Boston
Rowes Wharf
The boat departs from Rowes Wharf, directly behind the Boston Harbor Hotel, located at (for GPS) 400 Atlantic Avenue, Boston (02110). Check-in at Rowes Wharf is located in the Ferry Terminal, a climate controlled public space, located on the wharf only steps away from our dock. If guests are lost or running late, please call us at 617-951-2460.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sharon
Jun 10, 2024
Beautiful views of downtown Boston! - Such amazing views of downtown Boston and surrounding areas. The captain pointed out interesting sights around the Boston Harbor. We had a beautiful afternoon on the water, would definitely recommend!
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Annette_g
Jun 10, 2024
Harbor Cruise - Really a nice cruise. It’s a great way to view the city and see some of the sights from the water. Very relaxing and enjoyed the seating configuration of tables and benches instead of rows. The upper deck also was all covered. Highly recommend this hour and a half cruise!
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Arbie_g
Jun 9, 2024
GLOVERS IN BOSTON - Very enjoyable experience! Relaxing and informative. The weather started out foggy but quickly cleared up.
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Kerry_m
Jun 8, 2024
Beautiful Boston Harbor tour! - Informative tour on the beautiful Boston Harbor! Our captain was terrific and the cheese board was yummy! Highly recommend.
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944jerris
Jun 1, 2024
Great way to spend an hour! - A beautiful yacht, super friendly staff, gorgeous slow history tour of the harbor. I never knew the history of the islands, buildings and ships surrounding the harbor. Great cocktails on the water with family made this a nice, relaxing hour before dinner. The area around the harbor has a ton to do as well. (Aquarium, restaurants, tiki boat tours, duck boat tours, etc.) Very laidback, chill ride.
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Danielle_t
May 29, 2024
Nice cruise - This was a nice tour the boat was beautiful. But wish they gave more sightseeing info. Buta maybe there are aren't that many sights in the harbor. Staff was very nice and boat was well shaded for Sunny days.
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Denise_w
May 10, 2024
The USS Constitution... - The USS Constitution shooting the cannon at sunset and we got to float there until they did! That was fun!
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Donald_b
May 8, 2024
Boat Cruise on Boston harbor. - Information given by boat captain about various landmarks, and seeing the Boston airport from the harbor.
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Rocky_t
May 3, 2024
Enjoyable Cruise - Very peaceful and tranquil cruise around the harbor. Host only came on the PA system to mention key attractions. Otherwise, you had time to enjoy the views and scenery of the Boston Harbor. Vessel was very clean and organized. Has a bar, light menu and restroom. It was a little chilly for us so we ended up in the inside cabin mostly vs the upstairs open air balcony. It was nice to have the choice of being both inside or outside! Overall enjoyable Experience and would recommend it
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Charles_y
May 13, 2024
It was nice to be inside... - It was nice to be inside due to the cold temperatures, but we were hoping for more of a guided or informational talk of what we were passing, history of things, etc. Even a history of the North End would have been nice. I will say the staff was very accommodating and very nice1
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