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

Crew was very helpful and knowledgeable. Did not realize that there was so much work for them as…read morethis was the first time on a "tall boat". Would definitely recommend this tour.

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.

Spectacular views of Boston with just the right vibes. For a cruise, it was fun but as a dinner…read morecruise, it wasn't as impressive. We boarded at 4pm and immediately went straight to dinner. I wished they mentioned it because we thought they would serve dinner after they sailed. Our server was nice and attentive. Food was okay and nothing to really boast about. We ordered jumbo shrimp cocktail but I guess it shrank on the way to our table. We were able to explore the boat though after dinner and soaked in the views. Overall, a fun experience but too overpriced for what it was.

A nice cruise of the harbor to see the waterfront and tall ships. Small boat, and to get a good…read moreview, you really have to go to the front of the boat. Nonetheless, it was a good time. Crew was friendly and informative, and the seats are comfortable. We even got to see a Coast Guard rescue training exercise. Overall, it was a fun time and a unique, different way to spend a summer day.

We had a good experience with charles river cruise in our recent trip to Boston. The boat dock was…read morenext to a shopping mall with access to restroom, dining options and various shops. The receptionist was friendly. The tour guide was phenomenal. Bearing a great, easygoing and a bit sarcastic personality, she was engaging, knowledgeable, funny and honest about her delivery. I learned a few things about the city and the famous schools from her personal opinion. Very steady and peaceful ride. Clean and well-maintained boat with a bar. Be mindful it's hot inside the boat with the scorching sun in PM so bring water, sun screen and hat, dress lightly. It was our second day in town our bodies still adjusted humidity and heat, I felt I was about to get a heat stroke. It'd be nice if they consider AC operated boat in the future.

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!

I can't believe there is only one review. All my guests and I agreed that this was a wonderful and…read moretranquil experience. Don't expect a trolly tour or a duck boat tour full of banter and puns. Captain Christian skillfully skippers Francesca through the busy waters of Boston harbor so you get to see the harbor the way no one else can. It's not a cattle cruise. It's as close to sailing a gorgeous antique sailboat in a beautiful American harbor as many of us will ever get. Look around and take in the sites. Tell the Captain what you want to see. He will take you there and you will love it. I certainly did.

Not surprised this is the first Yelp review because I think this guy needs more experience. Kind of…read moreawkward as we mostly just floated in silence as he seemed unsure of what to do with the sails. Beautiful views of the city though

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

I am a corporate event planner and I booked this tour for our members. They LOVED the experience!…read moreThey were so excited to share all of the facts they learned and photos of the lobster, fish and clams. I would highly recommend booking with Donna and Captain Fred. Thank you for giving our group an amazing tour!

Bruisin B Anthony is the BEST! Tour guide / narrator of the year!…read more What a fun experience. I've been to Boston 5 times now, and always wanted to do this tour... so glad I finally bought that ticket. Incredibly interesting. Things I didn't know that I now do know: the Boston molasses incident. Where JFK lived. How a duck truck / boat works. Where the balcony is located where the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud. More insight to Paul Revere. About 101x other things. You can pickup the tour in a few locations, but in front of the aquarium was most convenient for us. Buy the ticket - you won't be disappointed. So much more than your standard trolley tour.

Had a great time on the Boston Duck Tour. Our guide, Chef Wolfgang Duck, was amazing. He was…read morehilarious, kept everyone entertained, and somehow managed to give us a great history of Boston without making it feel like a history lesson. Such a fun way to see the city, especially getting to experience Boston from both the streets and the water. Chef Wolfgang Duck definitely made the tour. Would absolutely recommend!