Boston Harbor Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise
4.6
13 Ratings
Boston
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sail through the Boston Harbor Islands and experience the autumn hues from the sea. Each island has been key in the defense of Boston throughout every military conflict from the Revolutionary War to World War II. Each island has a story to share. As you sail on this journey, you’ll learn about many such fascinating stories.
  • We’ll sail past Spectacle Island and Thompson Island, perfect for spotting autumn leaves in vibrant colors and getting amazing pictures.
  • Enjoy a fantastic sight of Fort Independence as we sail back.
What's Included
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Beverages are not included, but are available for purchase by credit card from the bar
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join Yacht Northern Lights’ captain and his trusted crew for a leisurely Boston Harbor voyage, highlighting the picturesque autumn foliage. Renowned for its vividly colored fall leaves, New England annually attracts leaf peepers. The ticket not only offers you this beautiful journey but also includes a lavish buffet lunch, offering a range of main courses and accompaniments. The lunch menu can vary, but usually, it has seasonal meat preparations, pasta, salads, and dessert. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages can be bought from the bar using a credit card. Perfect for families, friend groups exploring the city, and relaxation seekers, you can enjoy the spectacular vistas from the boat’s heated primary cabin or breathe the fresh air on the open top-deck.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. There is a heated main observation cabin and open bow
  • Drinks are available for purchase by credit card only at the bar
  • Please arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth and obtain boarding passes
  • Service animals are permitted; pets and emotional support animals are not permitted
  • Not Wheelchair accessible. Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
  • Seating is assigned and guests may be assigned a shared table experience before boarding
  • Please let the operator know if booking separately from other guests in your party
Location
60 Rowes Wharf
Rowes Wharf
The boats depart from Rowes Wharf, located directly behind the Boston Harbor Hotel, located at (for GPS) 400 Atlantic Avenue, Boston (02110). Check-in at Rowes Wharf is located in the Ferry Terminal, a climate controlled public space, located on the wharf only steps away from our dock. If you are lost or running late, please call us.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.6
(13 Ratings)
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Taylor_h
Feb 28, 2024
Would recommend to my friends - What a great way to see the city. From the dock crew to the snack clerk everyone was friendly and helpful. The person narrating the trip was also excellent. Would recommend this to my friends.
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W3446ffcourtneyp
Oct 30, 2023
100% recommend, relaxing cruise - Boat was beautiful, food was delicious, staff was friendly and helpful. Lovely experience with a relaxing atmosphere
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Ronald_g
Oct 27, 2023
Best harbor cruise in Boston. - Fabulous harbor cruise!!!! Thoroughly enjoyed our excursion.. Captain was so informative - indicating all points of interest. Buffet was excellent with hot dishes consisting of pork loin, baked turkey with dressing & cranberry sauce, squash ravioli, potato salad, green salad and fresh baked rolls — with two decadent chocolate desserts that were simply heavenly. (Our cruise offered complimentary coffee.) W And we luckily had the absolute perfect weather - over 75 degrees on October 27th (only in New England)!!! Fellows passengers said they’ve done them all and this is by far the best harbor cruise in Boston. I believe them. We will definitely recommend to our family and friends visiting Boston (and to those reading this review). Great value!!! Ron & Debbie G - Westfield, MA
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Barbara_d
Oct 23, 2023
Cruise in Boston - Incredible experience. The stuff was really friendly and professional. The food was amazing. I enjoy everyhting
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Julio_r
Oct 22, 2023
Rainy day in Boston - It was a rainy day but the experience was good. Excellent food,clean restrooms, nice bar, and great atmosphere.
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Sue_a
Oct 15, 2023
Awesome experience! - What a beautiful and educational river cruise. So many sites were pointed out. The food was just amazing. I would absolutely book this again!
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Briguy_flyguy
Oct 19, 2022
Well Worth Your Time and Money! - We went as a couple and had a wonderful time! Food was an excellent assortment of salad, salmon, flatbread pizza, sandwiches, and chips. The drinks were fairly priced at the bar as well. They take cash and card. I would recommend getting your food/drinks quickly once you arrive on the boat as the line tends to get long once you head out of the harbor but not a necessity. Seating and decor inside were wonderful and the upper decks had plenty of space/seating as well. Bring a coat just in case it's cold out over the water and you want to be outside. The staff was very nice and accommodating as well. Highly recommend this attraction!
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D4066itjohnn
Oct 9, 2023
Go for a ride not food! - Don't expect nice fancy lunch. The ride was a good experience that we enjoyed w/explanation of tourist spot. It was too early for fall foliage for the first wk of Oct.
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Patricia_m
Oct 19, 2022
Harbor cruise - We really enjoyed the lunch which was a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salmon, salad and flatbread and brownies and lemon blondies for dessert. Cruise was laid back and enjoyable. A perfect way to see the sights around the harbor and enjoy some family time.
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Kristin_r
Nov 13, 2022
No lighthouse :( - The tour description mentions going by the Boston Light at George's Island, but we never saw. This was the only reason we booked the trip. The weather was perfect, so it wasn't like we had rough seas. The lunch was excellent.
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