Such a beautiful ride! We even unexpectedly saw a Winke whale in the harbour, which was delightful…read more The staff were helpful, the trip was on time, and we were all really happy with our experience there and back. This was a great addition to our time in Boston. Our tour guide in Salem was great and we all really enjoyed his knowledge, even if his insights on sites from the film 'Hocus Pocus' were learned more than experienced. I appreciate his honesty! I could've spent so much more time in this area!

We rode the ferry twice this week while vacationing in the area, round trip from Boston to Salem…read moreand back. Even though you were using the Whale Watch boats this week, it was still wonderful! We had awesome weather and a great time. Reggie, the bar tender was a bit grumpy it seemed and he overcharged us, but we got it fixed. We do want to give a shout out to JOHN, the guy that tied us off upon arrivals! What a hard working young man. He was very pleasant and cordial too!! A great employee on your staff. We wish we could have spent more time talking with him!!

Having had to use this mode of transport fairly frequently, I've usually found it to be reliable…read moreand relaxing. There's a decent bar with some simple snacks and hot meals. We decided to try their Hot dog and were pleasantly surprised with the quality. Until next time!

Solid form of transportation, took a ferry from Boston to Provincetown on July 4th. Boarding was…read morefairly easy, lots of seats were available, and they had a snack bar that we didn't use. On the way back we got a much smaller ferry, but it was still comfortable enough. I think the seats could be comfier but that's a small complaint, I think it was a nice way to travel and I had no issues.

An amazing asset for Lynn and the region. Excellent…read moreservice. Much more reliable than the MBTA. Much more enjoyable than driving. No problems with internet connectivity and drinks are available on board to make the trips even better. HIGHLY recommended to take this boat trip even if you don't have a reason to go to Boston. The scenery is great and the 30min escape is like a mini vacation each time you ride!

Great way to take a nice ride and see Boston Harbor on a budget! Enjoyable short ride from…read moreCharlestown to Long Wharf/Aqurium. Unfortunately, they stopped taking the Charlie card (even if their site said differently), so we had to pay separately for the rides. Cheap, but it's annoying to think the card will work but it doesn't anymore. Didn't help that the staff was rude. There were other people upset they couldn't use the card! Otherwise, nice boat, kind fellow passengers and nice views!

Inner Harbor Ferry runs between Charlestown Navy Yard and the Aquarium every 15 -30min depending on…read morethe time of the day. This was my first time taking the ferry, and I really enjoyed the 10 minute ride: it was relaxin,g and the view was amazing. MBTA CharlieCard works on the ferry too which is nice.

The Massachusetts has the best captains, and deck staff. Drinks are generous and reasonable priced…read more If you are driving to Boston from the South Shore you are doing it all wrong . This relaxing way to & from the city is the way to go! Best way to enjoy year round life is from Boston Harbor!

This is seen as a great option by those who use it a lot. it is not a great option for casual…read moretravel, but a good option. to get on it today at long wharf, we had to deliberately not read signs (the boat was signposted salem) and head to it only based on the Big T on the boat. we were ok, but for a first time user the boat was needlessly and recklessly badly sign posted. and, not signed at all correctly or even signed, because they are not for novices, the commercial boats are for tourists and are well sign posted. They do not say when they are done docking, but they do say not to walk on the stairs when docking. I now recommend strongly, walk on the stairs when it might be docking so you don't get an extra leg of travel! Or, going down before docking. bathrooms are nice, and folks working and traveling are nice. snack bar was lightly used but nice to have it. cost was ok.

I thought that the staff was extremely knowledgeable and I learned quite a bit on the whale watch…read morethis week. I appreciated the care that the team took to give the whales some space while they were doing their essential feeding. I do recommend bringing some anti-nausea measures with you.

Our whale watching experience here was absolutely fantastic! The crew on the boat were a pleasure…read moreto be around and they made the experience educational and fun. Our reservation time got changed due to the location of the whales, but they informed us early enough to make reasonable accommodations and it worked out even better for us. We got to see so many animals, and we even saw a fin whale and her calf. The food on board was surprisingly good as well, although if you want to save a couple bucks, you can always bring snacks with you. I highly recommend giving Captain John Boats a shot if you're interested in seeing whales

5 stars for the Block Island Ferry system. My two kids, spouse, and myself did a one-day round trip…read morejourney from Narraganset to Block Island in mid-November. Off-season for Block Island but if you are prepared for a bit of a ghost town situation on a warmer than usual fall day, I highly recommend doing it! We took the 1-hour ferry which traveled at about 16 knots, according to the captain of the ferry. Unfortunately this was fast enough for me to get a little sea sick on the way, but the rest of my family was fine. We took advantage of the snack/beverage bar on both rides, and our only complaint was that they were out of hot dogs that day. But did we get coffee, wine, beer, water, juice, chips, candy, nachos, and pistachios? You bet we did. Occasionally the waters got a little rough -- blustery, rainy November evening on the way back, and waves splashed over the bough of the boat, so they closed that part off. But when it was calmer we got to go to the front as well as the back, and the upper deck. One tip -- if you plan on taking your vehicle on board, reserve a spot early. We purchased our tickets the day before and there was only a waitlist. Next time we'd love to take our car on board and avoid renting a car from a random parking lot on the island. It made for an adventure, but it would be easier to have our own car, as the island is big enough that you need some form of wheels. On Block Island, I recommend both lighthouses, and the Irish restaurant within waling distance of the ferry port. We also visited the 1661 exotic animal farm, the yellow kittens bar, a coffee shop, and the grocery store, as well as some beaches. You can take your dog on board and there were several, obviously all on leash. A memorable experience bookended by the ferry.

Parking is easy. You can pay online for the parking, which makes it very convenient. The ferry…read moreseems to run like a well oiled machine. For a smoother ride sit inside towards the back. I personally enjoyed being off to the side. I purchased tickets in advance online. You can put your tickets in your Apple wallet which is so convenient! The ferry was pretty clean and the trip was not too long. The snack bar was a nice treat. There are tables to sit out as well.

March 2026 John H boat, the largest ship in the fleet!…read more 100 vehicles and 1000 passengers. The vessel features a dual-level auto deck, lounge, food service, and satellite televisions. For those passengers requiring assistance, there is an elevator between the vehicle deck and main passenger cabin (note: cannot do priority boarding if using elevator access due to the location). - lots of booths, all with electrical outlets - outside bench seating - special dog friendly area - 2 upper seating decks - fryers didn't come on until 11 Get the fries! They're fresh, hot, and crispy!

I've taken the Cross Island Ferry four times now, and each trip has been consistently excellent…read more Driving right onto the ferry makes long road trips so much less stressful; no traffic, no navigating, just relaxing while you're carried across the water. The onboard amenities are great too. There's food and alcohol available, which makes the ride even more enjoyable whether you're starting a trip or heading home. Every crossing has been smooth, efficient, and well-organized. Highly recommend the Cross Island Ferry for anyone looking to make their travel easier and more enjoyable! Reliable, Easy, and Perfect for Stress-Free Travel

Plan to wait in line for a shuttle for up to an hour, not on a busy day. I can't imagine how long…read moreit takes when it's busy. The staff will keep reassuring you, however, that the bus is "almost here".

The boat ride is great, but the shuttle bus going from Woods Hole to Thomas Landers was harrowing…read more It's partly due to some of the drivers barking at you and treating you poorly, but it's also due to your fellow passengers being extremely inconsiderate and selfish. They want to ensure they get their huge suitcases on the luggage bins, so they block you from moving down the aisle. My husband and I were the 6th and 7th to board the bus, but were the last to be able to sit down. When I tried to place a bag on the bin, a man who had an angry expression on his face picked up his heavy, enormous suitcase and forcefully slammed it down in the direction of my bag and hand. I got my bag and arm out of the way just in time. It's like the hunger games. I quickly realized that I should give up stowing my bags on the bin, but just make my way to the back of the bus and hold my luggage on my lap, but the people boarding through the middle door wouldn't let us pass, because they were so intent on dominating the luggage bin. I asked a woman who was standing in front of the steps that led to the back of the bus if she could let me go by, and she said, "NO!" She had plenty of room to move away from the two steps that led to the back of the bus, but was just being belligerent. Unfortunately, a lot of people who go to Martha's Vineyard or live there are beyond rude. This wasn't the case years ago, but it has become overcrowded and overrun by entitled people who only think about their own needs, and they treat others like dirt.