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    Providence River Boat Company

    4.9 (186 reviews)
    Closed • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Cathy T.

    Kristin at the Providence River Boat Company is phenomenal! We've been working with her the last 2 years to provide boat rides to our clients during our annual Client Appreciation event. They LOVE the boat rides. Kristin and Providence River Boat are easy to work with and well worth the investment. I look forward to working with Kristin again, and again as we continue to host this event.

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    Skot S.

    We enjoyed the architectural cruise so much. It was informative and interesting and we learned a lot while having a lovely evening on the river. I feel like we know Providence a little better. Definitely recommend this cruise.

    Susan W.

    The staff are so friendly! We were unfortunately running a couple minutes late, but they called us, provided directions, and waited for us to start the boat tour. That was so kind of them! Also the shop where you check in was really cute and the ice cream was so tasty. I am glad that we booked this experience for our time in Providence!

    Morgan B.

    We purchased the 2hr Private Charter with Providence River Boat Company. The entire experience from booking to exiting the boat was phenomenal. The customer service was wonderful. Captain Tim was the best everrrr. We all had a good time celebrating my mother's bday with food, drinks, music, and the open Providence River. Thanks for making this experience memorable.

    Frances L.

    Narrated Daytime Tours & Sunset Cruises Thursday, July 15 2021 @ 7:00pm - 7:50pm 7 Adults, 2 Seniors, 1 Military/PD/FD/EMS, 2 Children, 1 Infant/Toddler My family really enjoyed the tour, especially because iur tour guide, Captain Tom, was engaging and provided us with fascinating information throughout the tour. We learned about the some of the history of Providence, RI as we rode comfortably along the river. Commentary included interesting details about the history, architecture, and local points of interest in Providence. Captain Tom keep everyone's interest as we listened to him and took photographs. He was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the area. Please check out the attached photos to appreciate highlights of the tour.

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    Francesca F.

    We had such a lovely time with Captain Ben on this informative, relaxing cruise. The price is right, it's a comfortable 50 minute narrated tour, and the views and history are awe-inspiring. Additionally, their gift shop across the street from the dock has some really unique goods for sale, and delicious ice cream!

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    Such a fun and unique way to experience part of the city. The captain and tour guide were both fantastic!

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    Tour guide/boat captain was very knowledgeable and personable! We had a great time!

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