The boat was amazing, my family and I had a great time!
A great day in boston harbor. Very accommodating with our group that included kids!
Well kept. Clean. Good LOA with twin engines to provide comfortable ride
Had a great time out on the water. Perfect for our group of 10. Will for sure be booking again. Would recommend
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Here are some of the best things to do on your Boston boat rental.
Boston Harbor
Use your Boston boat rental to visit Boston Harbor. Enjoy the picturesque harbor and everything that it has to offer. It might be the 21st century, but clippers, schooners, sloops, and other traditional boats can often be found in the Boston Harbor. Experience some real New England maritime heritage while cruising around the harbor.
Lobstering
Keep an eye out for lobsters because they are abundant in Boston Harbor. Ask your captain where the best places are to catch your own lobster. You can catch lobsters with gloved hands by teasing them out of holes with sticks. Once you have captured a big one, cook up that lobster yourself as you prepare your meal on the boat.
Champagne Sunset Cruise
Champagne Sunset Cruise
Take a cruise around Boston Harbor at sunset while sipping glasses of cold champagne. A champagne sunset cruise with friends and family can be the perfect way to end your Boston boat cruise. Again, you may want to ask your captain for some help arranging your champagne sunset cruise.
Frequently asked questions
The cost to rent a boat in Boston starts at $89 per hour, depending on the amount of time that you would like to use the boat.
Boston Harbor: Cruise past landmarks like the Boston Tea Party Ships, the USS Constitution, and the Seaport. Great for sightseeing, especially for out-of-town guests.
Spectacle Island: Part of the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area—anchor nearby and swim, hike, or relax on the beach.
Georges Island: Home to Fort Warren, this is a historic stop with picnic spots and walking paths.
Inner Harbor: Offers amazing skyline views and places to tie up near waterfront restaurants (like Legal Harborside or Pier 6 in Charlestown).
Charles River Locks: You can cross into the Charles River, but be aware that you'll need to pass through the locks and follow speed restrictions.
You must be at least 16 years old to rent a boat in Boston. You do not need a license to rent a boat in Massachusetts, however, it is recommended that you take a boater safety course and have some boating experince.
You are allowed to anchor in the Boston River, however, you must apply for a permit and some days there are areas that restrict anchoring.
Many Parts of the Boston Harbor are 'no wake zones'. No need to worry though, there will be plenty of signs instructing you which spots are and are not 'no wake zones'.
You do not need a license to rent a boat in Massachusetts, however, it is recommended that you take a boater safety course and have some boating experience. You must be at least 16 years old to rent a boat in Boston.
Yes, passengers can drink alcoholic beverages on a boat in Boston. It is against the law, however, to operate a motor vehicle with an open container of alcohol. But if you travel by boat, or plan a party aboard your vessel, it is not illegal for the operator to be drinking an alcoholic beverage -- it is, however, illegal to drive a boat while drunk or while drinking an alcoholic beverage.
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