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City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

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City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

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Description

After a busy day sightseeing or working, what could be nicer than relaxing onboard one of Boston's finest boats for a cruise on the harbor? Watch the sun setting below the horizon as you glide by the skyscrapers of the downtown. And you can't miss the booming cannons of the U.S.S. Constitution, America's oldest commissioned sailing ship!

Tour Options

Boston Sunset Cruise

Itinerary

Admission included90 min

Starting point.

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Home to Fort Independence used in the Civil War, World War I, and World War II.

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Operating since 1923.

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Commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill.

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"One if by land, and two if by sea!"

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See sites of the U.S.S. Constitution's sunset cannon serenade, signaling the day's end. The worlds oldest commissioned naval warship afloat, also known as "Old Ironsides."

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End point.

Highlights

See stunning views of the sun setting behind the Boston skyline
Hear the USS Constitution as she fires her cannon and lowers her flag to signal the day's end.
90-minute Narrated Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise
Restroom on board
Skip the ticket booth and head straight to the boat for faster boarding
Narrated tour will introduce you to the lore and allure of Boston Harbor past and present

What's included

Included

See stunning views of the sun setting behind the Boston skyline

Hear the USS Constitution as she fires her cannon and lowers her flag to signal the day's end.

90-minute Narrated Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

Restroom on board

Skip the ticket booth and head straight to the boat for faster boarding

Narrated tour will introduce you to the lore and allure of Boston Harbor past and present

Not included

Food & Beverages (available for purchase)

(optional)

Traveller Ratings

4.4

497 reviews

333

Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
Infants are free, however, they MUST have a ticket to cruise

Reviews(497)

Celeste_R

September 7, 2026

Great views, but late boarding cost us the highlight

We had a lovely evening on the Boston Harbor sunset cruise. The skyline views and narration were well worth it, and the boat was comfortable with good sunset photo ops. Our only real complaint: boarding was supposed to start at 6:15 for a 6:30 departure, but they didn't let us start boarding until 6:25. That delay meant we missed the cannon firing at sunset at the USS Constitution, honestly the main thing I was looking forward to on this cruise. It had nothing to do with when we arrived; boarding itself just started ten minutes late. Would love to see them tighten up boarding times so guests don't miss out on timed moments like that. Otherwise, a solid tour with friendly staff and great scenery.

David_S

September 7, 2026

Narrator was great

The lady who was narrating was great I thought her name was Nancy the whole time, but her real name was Holly, but I'm gonna call her Nancy forever and tell everyone to go see Nancy at Boston Harbor cruisers, cause she was a delight Her real name is Holly, but is it? It's Nancy.

Kahea_d

September 6, 2026

Pleasant boat ride

Very pleasant boat ride. Tour guide was knowledgeable. The tour itself is just a few laps around the harbor. Good value. Enjoyed it but won't repeat.

Constance_C

September 5, 2026

A regulated ship

It’s controlled and you have to go take your seat befor you can buy anything. You have to listen to a monotoned attendant the entire time will sit in the deck in lined up chairs… upstairs and downstairs. All while watching other cruises sail by with parties and vibrancy. We had to be quiet.

Ardelle_D

September 5, 2026

Highly recommend

Fabulous sunset cruise. The narrative was great. We came away with the best photos. Enjoyed seeing the USS Constitution shoot its cannon at sunset.

Suzette_P

August 31, 2026

Great sunset tour. ...

Great sunset tour. Thought there was supposed to be a ceremony with cannons at the uss constitution.

jah11henry

August 31, 2026

Great views

Great views at the ideal time. Would recommend sitting up top of you can. Line fills up quick so try to get there at least 15 to 20 minutes before departure time. Not always super clear on what line to get in but can usually confirm with other passengers in line.

928valenciaa

August 30, 2026

Great experience

Great experience. The guide was very knowledgeable. Told us what seating would give the best view

Judith_A

August 30, 2026

Best Sea Captain

We booked our sunset cruise as last event to wrap up a family weekend. The captain's narrative of the history of Boston harbor was very point on. Highly recommended

W5552PLstephenm

August 30, 2026

Best Tour in Boston!

The best thing we did during our trip to Boston! The whole family loved it. Tour narrator was awesome.

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