Experience the best Whale Watching Cruises from Boston

Fast whale-watching boats with wide-open decks and cozy cabins keep you comfortable on a stable cruise to rich offshore feeding grounds.

Aquarium-trained naturalists and onboard educators guide your watch, with teaching tools, safety gear, and access to snacks and drinks to buy.

Cruise out to Stellwagen Bank sanctuary to spot humpback, fin, minke, and right whales, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins and harbor porpoises.

Indoor and outdoor viewing areas offer chances to spot whales and other marine life, with onboard experts and food and drinks available for purchase.

Choose Gloucester’s Hurricane II departure or a Boston Wharf catamaran trip by the Aquarium, so you can match the cruise timing to your plans.

Enjoy a 3–4-hour whale-watching cruise with guaranteed whale sightings and free parking near the Gloucester departure point.

Gloucester departure puts you quickly on open water aboard Hurricane II, a fast, spacious whale boat with huge rail space and a cozy cabin.

On board, educators use hands-on teaching tools and live narration, backed by safety equipment, a snack galley, bar options, and free nearby parking.

Trips reach Stellwagen Bank, where humpbacks breach, fin and minke whales surface, plus Atlantic white-sided dolphins and harbor porpoises.

Settle into the heated cabin between outdoor viewing sessions, with a full-service galley and bar offering meals, snacks, and drinks for purchase.

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.

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.

Skip the road traffic and take a comfortable high-speed ferry to Salem, with scenic views of Boston Harbor and the New England coastline.

Relax in indoor cabins or step onto the outdoor decks for panoramic waterfront views during your cruise to historic Salem.

Visit Salem’s museums, historic landmarks, waterfront restaurants, and famous witch trial attractions with convenient ferry transportation.

Onboard amenities include restrooms, comfortable seating, and snacks and beverages available for purchase throughout the journey.

Select the Boston to Salem or Salem to Boston route for your round-trip journey, whichever works best for you.

Your New England Aquarium admission includes timed access to all exhibits, daily presentations, and interactive animal feedings.

Marvel at the Giant Ocean Tank, home to sea turtles, cownose rays, and hundreds of vibrant reef fish.

Get hands-on at the Shark and Ray Touch Tank, where you can feel the unique textures of these fascinating creatures.

Did you know? Each visit to this aquarium helps support ocean conservation and inspires action to protect marine life.

Sail through Boston Harbor while listening to stories about the city’s Revolutionary War history, maritime legends, and famous waterfront landmarks.

Enjoy panoramic views of Boston’s skyline, harbor islands, and historic sites from spacious outdoor decks or comfortable indoor seating areas.

Learn from professional onboard guides who bring Boston Harbor’s past and present to life through engaging live narration.

Watch the harbor transform during sunset on the upgraded evening cruise, offering a more atmospheric experience across the waterfront.

Choose the Historic Boston Harbor Cruise for a shorter daytime sightseeing experience or upgrade to the Narrated Historic Sunset Cruise for evening skyline views.