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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.

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  • 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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$46
Boston skyline at sunset with boats on the water.
Guests enjoying Boston skyline on sunset cruise.
Custom House Tower in Boston at sunset with surrounding buildings.
USS Constitution docked in Boston with American flag and cityscape in the background.
Boston Harbor and Financial District skyline at sunset, Massachusetts, USA.
Guests enjoying a Boston sunset cruise with city skyline in the background.
Boston downtown skyscrapers at sunset viewed from the waterfront.
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Sightseeing Cruises
Free cancellation
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1 hr 30 min
  • Cruise the waters of Boston Harbor on this 90-minute guided sightseeing tour at sunset.
  • Spot historic landmarks along the skyline, including the Custom House Tower, Castle Island, and the USS Constitution, all set against the vibrant hues of the evening sky.
  • Your expert English-speaking guide shares heroic tales from the harbor’s rich past and present.
  • Head to the outdoor decks for a close-up view of the USS Constitution’s sunset ceremony and traditional cannon salute that marks the end of the day.

More details

  • Cruise the waters of Boston Harbor on this 90-minute guided sightseeing tour at sunset.
  • Spot historic landmarks along the skyline, including the Custom House Tower, Castle Island, and the USS Constitution, all set against the vibrant hues of the evening sky.
  • Your expert English-speaking guide shares heroic tales from the harbor’s rich past and present.
  • Head to the outdoor decks for a close-up view of the USS Constitution’s sunset ceremony and traditional cannon salute that marks the end of the day.
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$56.35

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