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Boston Whale Watching Cruises

Experience the thrill of spotting majestic humpback, finback, and minke whales off the New England coast! Join our expert naturalists for an unforgettable whale watching cruise departing from Boston Harbor. Perfect for all ages—book now for an awe-inspiring adventure on the open sea!

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Boston Whale Watching Cruises
Catamaran docked at New England Aquarium for whale watching cruise.
Guests enjoying a whale watching cruise on an England Aquarium tour.
Guides on England Aquarium Whale Watching Cruise pointing at sea.
Humpback whale breaching in ocean waters.
Dolphins swimming in the ocean during England Aquarium Whale Watching Cruise.
Guests watching a whale tail on England Aquarium Whale Watching Cruise.
Guests observing ocean on England Aquarium Whale Watching Cruise.
Guide interacting with guests on a whale watching cruise, ocean in the background.
Guests boarding New England Aquarium Whale Watch catamaran in Boston.
Boston downtown waterfront skyline with sailboats on the harbor.
Free cancellation
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3 hr 30 min
  • Set sail on a 3 to 4-hour whale watching cruise, led by naturalists from the New England Aquarium—one of the world’s leading marine conservation and research institutions.

  • Spot varieties—humpback, fin, & minke whales and even dolphins, all in their natural habitats at Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary.

  • Step out onto the spacious outdoor viewing decks or sit comfortably inside, taking in panoramic views through large glass windows.

  • Ask the expert naturalists questions you may have about all that you see—marine life, their behaviours, and habitats.

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  • Set sail on a 3 to 4-hour whale watching cruise, led by naturalists from the New England Aquarium—one of the world’s leading marine conservation and research institutions.

  • Spot varieties—humpback, fin, & minke whales and even dolphins, all in their natural habitats at Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary.

  • Step out onto the spacious outdoor viewing decks or sit comfortably inside, taking in panoramic views through large glass windows.

  • Ask the expert naturalists questions you may have about all that you see—marine life, their behaviours, and habitats.

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$79.86
Frederick L Nolan Jr boat docked at Boston Harbor with historic buildings in the background
Guests enjoying the view of Boston skyline on a historic harbor cruise.
Boston Harbor waterfront skyline with historic and modern buildings.
Bunker Hill Monument viewed from the harbor with historic brick buildings in Boston.
Tourists photographing the USS Constitution in Boston Harbor.
Boston Harbor with sailboats and city skyline in the background.
Guests enjoying the Historic Boston Harbor Cruise with a view of the USS Constitution.
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Sightseeing Cruises
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1 hr
  • Set sail on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise of Boston Harbor, led by an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Spot historic sights from the water, including the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, and Old North Church.

  • Your guide will share heroic tales from the Revolutionary War and stories of local legends who shaped the harbor’s history.

  • Step onto the spacious outdoor decks for panoramic views, or stay comfortably seated indoors behind large windows.

More details

  • Set sail on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise of Boston Harbor, led by an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Spot historic sights from the water, including the USS Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, and Old North Church.

  • Your guide will share heroic tales from the Revolutionary War and stories of local legends who shaped the harbor’s history.

  • Step onto the spacious outdoor decks for panoramic views, or stay comfortably seated indoors behind large windows.

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Larissa Zimmerer
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Larissa

Germany
Sep 2025
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The Boston Whale Watching Cruise by the New England Aquarium was a wonderful experience! The team was super friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, which made the trip even more enjoyable. We had a great time and would definitely recommend it

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James

United States
Aug 2025
5/5

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It was an awesome time out and about, was very knowledgeable and friendly staff, and a once in a lifetime experience. I think we spotted seven or eight whales, including one about 30 feet off of our starboard side! Once in a lifetime experience that I would highly recommend

Boston Whale Watching Cruise by New England Aquarium

Marygail Even Tobiesen

Marygail

Aug 2025
5/5

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First, the ease of booking on your website, and second, it was a lovely cruise with a fantastic knowledgeable host. We never knew the Bunker Hill Monument and Old Ironside's masts and riggings were the inspiration for the Zachem Bridge-so interesting!

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Claudia C Menocal
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Claudia

United States
Nov 2025
5/5
Love it, it was so entertaining and so much history. The new and older buildings were amazing to see. Definitely will recommend my friends and my family members to visit Boston and take your tour. Thank you from California!

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