Quick, fun water tour with entertaining script and the thrill of being in a big, fast boat…read more Scylla, the tour guide for my visit, was very funny and kept us engaged even as the boat needed to stop and avoid hitting other ships.

Mild, not wild. If you have ever been on a speedboat you can skip this. The experience is no…read moredifferent, except the captain gets you wet. The granddaughters 7 and 10 were disappointed that it wasn't more exciting. You do get to see a small bit of Boston's outer harbor which is beautiful.

If you love sailing, appreciate history, and enjoy "life at sea" you need to book an excursion on…read morethe Fame or Liberty Star or both as I did! The captains and crew are great, and the feel and sights are excellent. Me and my walking stick were welcomed and helped every time I sailed with them over a period of six days while staying in Boston for the 4th of July!!! I could be a seriously be a stowaway. Read about each ship online, book your cruises and ENJOY!!! Photos: sail "with" the USS Constitution July 4th, reflection of our tall ship in the glass (sorry I do not remember name of building), the sails and rigging! Photo 1 in review by J Diane Farris Photo 2 in review by J Diane Farris Photo 3 in review by J Diane Farris

My daughter and I have a delightful cruise around Boston Harbor on Saturday August 1, 2026. I…read morethought we would be surrounded by tourists, but lo and behold, some locals were celebrating a family reunion. It was a bunch of Bostonians enjoying the harbor. It's something everyone should do. Great fun!

AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO 4 & 1/2 STARS. A SIGHTSEEING TOUR ON WATER OF BOSTON ON A PIRATE SHIP!…read moreGoldstar has Discount Tickets for this Water Adventure. If you are a Fan of those Pirate movies then you've got to experience the Real Thing! The tour combines fun interesting facts about the history of Boston plus they show you many points of interests both past & present still standing in the city. They even throw in some Pirate stories as well like Sam Bellamy & The Widdah. The crew is all dressed in Pirate attire so you really get the whole Pirate experience. We had Captain Mckinnon & Captain Mead. Both Kids & Adults will like this nautical adventure in the 7 Seas. They even let the kids help hoist the sails. This is Great to put on a future resume - Yup I helped sail a Pirate Ship. LOL! It gets chilly on the seas so bring an extra jacket. They also have Free Blankets they pass out if you're cold. You'll pass by The TD Garden, The Zakim Bridge, The Old North Church, The Seaport Area, Legal Seafood, The Rebook Headquarters, Logan Airport, The Charleston Navy Yard, The USS Constitution & many other sites. You'll definitely get heads a turning cruising in the Pirate Ship by other boaters along the route who will give you a wave. There is a rest room below the deck. It used to be, you had to have mega bucks & be really rich to have the Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like a King on a Limited Budget!

Absolutely LOVED my experience on Tiki Boat Boston!! We did this for my bachelorette party in…read moreAugust and had such a great time. The bartender and captain could not have been more sweet or fun! We got lucky with absolutely perfect weather and it was just wonderful. They have a full bar and a music hook up for you to play whatever you want. If you have a group of 15-20 people its a decently affordable fun activity for a summer day.

My girlfriends and I found Tiki Boats of Boston by chance and decided to do a cruise on a whim! One…read moreof our best whims in ages! It was a beautiful sunny and warm Friday. We went on a 1:10 cruise with Captain Joe and Marcus! It was so much fun. The boat can hold up to 24 guests with a bar in the center - seating 12 - and the 12 cushioned seats around the back deck. The drink menu was full of tropical inspired options and with premium alcohol. But - truly the best last was the Captain/DJ - Joe - who played great tunes and drove us around the harbor all while Marcus masterfully mixed drinks, socialize and entertained! We were lucky to have a great mix of other guest all resulting in an amazing afternoon!! If you are picking a boat ride around the harbor - choose this one!!

Took my husband on the Spirit of Boston the other day. It was his first time. The boat is huge,…read morethree levels! We arrived right before departure, they are very prompt so make sure you're on time. The buffet was good, lots of options! Certain dishes were bland, just need more seasonings. But overall I was stuffed! Desserts come after dinner is done. It has a full bar and live DJ for some dancing. We had a good time! It's definitely a Must-Do in Boston!! Parking tip - the closet garage is right across from the dock 155 Seaport Blvd.

Spirit of Boston Company, REVIEW: August 7, 2026 dinning…read moreexperience. I am writing to provide feedback regarding my recent dining experience on the cruise this past Friday. First, the table layout requires attention. Tables should not be placed near the entrances or exits, as this positioning lacks privacy and allows passing guests to crowd those dining. We requested a table change, and the floor manager promised to move us once a table became available, but she never followed up with us. Second, the food quality was disappointing. The steak was tough, and all of the food, including the steak, was served at room temperature. Additionally, the dinner rolls were cold, making it difficult to spread the butter without tearing the bread. Third, the service was severely delayed. Our waiter took our order but did not return with our drinks until I reminded him 20 minutes later. We could see our drinks sitting at the bar during this time. Overall, I would rate the service a 6 out of 10, and the food a 7 out of 10. On a positive note, the DJ was outstanding. The music selection appealed to everyone and created a wonderful, inclusive atmosphere where all the guests enjoyed dancing together. The entertainment easily deserves a rating of 10+. I hope this feedback helps improve the dining experience for future guests. Best regards,

Went on my first dinner cruise with my husband to celebrate our upcoming wedding anniversary and it…read morewas wonderful! Our server Jane was very nice and made sure we had everything we needed as our set meal choices were brought to us. The presentation of the food from the appetizers, entrees and desserts were well presented. We had the opportunity to explore the open view area of the ship to get some great pictures of the skyline and photos of us too. The staff around us were all friendly and had smiles too. As we left the two hour cruise they offered a treat to leave with (a cookie) but we were both full from everything we had already served us. I would definitely do this again.

I did the whale watching excursion with city cruises and I had a great time. I went to the dock 15…read moremin before the board time and there was a very large line waiting to get on the boat. The boat itself was very big and had three levels. The inside of the boat felt a little on the older side, but I don't think that mattered much since I was outside looking at the water most of the trip. I found the people onboard incredible knowledgeable about the different species of whales and locating the whales. I was able to see multiple whales or see them jump out of the water multiple times. It was really exciting each time a whale was spotted and there was always a rush from one side of the boat to another when one was spotted. I didn't try any of the food onboard, but they had the typical snack foods.

Charles River Boat Company did an excellent job presenting the Tall Ships to our Senior Center…read moregroup. It was an easy trip to plan from the cruise to the lunch at Cheesecake Factory. Thank you for a wonderful presentation of the many Tall Ships viewed from the water.

We had a great time. The cruise was very comfortable and educational. The young lady who narrated…read morethe cruise was very good. She kept everyone engaged, answered questions, and made sure to fill any quiet time with fun facts about Boston and the area around us. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone interested in Boston and enjoys a nice boat ride in the Boston Harbor.

a BYOB Brews Cruise around Boston Harbor?! Yes, please!…read more Cycleboat Boston, based in Charlestown, is a family-owned company providing both public tours and private charters for up to 20-26 guests. Each boat has a central table with ice-filled coolers that is surrounded by 12 bike seats for passengers to pedal to power the boat but don't worry! You don't have to pedal, there is an outboard motor. And if pedaling isn't your thing at all or there's more than 12 of passengers, each boat has a comfy lounge area in the back that is set up for conversation, sipping on your drink and drinking in the views! All cruises are BYOB (cans only and no hard alcohol - a craft beer lovers dream) and you can also bring food/snacks on board! For our cruise, we enjoyed charcuterie cones from Kured.co and Scuba & I obviously had to bring along some on-theme beers including Cushnoc Brewing's 'Can't Buy Backbone' IPA, Wormtown Brewing's Summer Ale and a pounder of Montauk Brewing's Summer Ale (all purchased at Dion's in Waltham). As someone who is happiest in/on/near the water with a beer in hand and has so much pride in my city; this was a dream! I am actively looking for any excuse to get back out on a Cycleboat!

What an AWESOME experience we had with Cycleboat Boston!!! We did an afternoon cruise on "Rosie the…read moreRiveter" and it was a blast! Our captain and his daughter were great hosts and tour guides for this group of 10 celebrating a bachelorette. BYOB and of course someone from your group gets to be DJ! Highly recommend for a large group outing on the harbor!

We brought our 4 grandkids (ages 11 - 14) aboard the Tuppence for a fun afternoon on Boston Harbor…read morewith Capt. Fred and Miranda. Brought up many lobster pots and all had lobsters in it. We all took tuns with banding the lobsters. Learned all about, lobsters, measuring, characteristics, battle scares, and the job of a lobsterman. Also, learned about star crabs, Cancer Pagurus edible crabs, harbor islands, Logan airport, Fort Independence. If you are looking for a different and fun learning experience Capt. Fed and Two Buoys a great choice.

What a wonderful experience we had with Captain Fred, Wes and Miranda! We had the best day learning…read moreabout lobsters, crabs and sea life! The interactions with the lobsters and crabs were priceless! It was a perfect day! We could've stayed out there all day! Donna made scheduling so easy and followed up with all the details! Thank you for the wonderful memories! The Hladiks Kansas

What a great venue for welcoming Visitors to Boston, but also for all of us in the area to enjoy…read morethis land and sea aquatic truck! Go with a group of friends or when celebrating something is a good event to board and try something different! All the different names on each Duck Boat! You will love walking aboard!

Wow!! Hot Wheels was absolutely amazing- almost a month later, and my son is still saying Quack…read moreQuack. Hot Wheels was full of trivia, recommendations for the city of Boston, and clearly loves his job. We really appreciated he highlighted veterans and had us sign the top of the boat! My kids had so much fun, and this was worth every penny. A must do if you're in Boston!