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Sunset Cruise in the Boston Harbor
Enjoy the fresh air and escape the heat, see amazing views of Boston’s beautiful skyline and the historic USS Constitution as the sun sets behind the city. As evening sets in, sunset colors fade to a twilight sky and the city comes alive with lights. Our 90-minute sunset cruise will highlight popular and famous scenes of Boston Harbor from both past and present. Snacks, and cold beverages including water, juice and soda; as well as a full bar, are available on every boat.
Dates and Pricing
Weekends only until mid-June
Start times vary as the sun sets earlier each week. Click “Buy Tickets” to see start times for the specific day.
(Ages 18-59)
Students (13-17 with valid ID) / Seniors (60 and up) / Military (with valid ID)
(Ages 6-12)
(Ages 5 and Under)
- *Plus 10% service charge.
Contact Information
- 60 Rowes Wharf Boston MA 02110
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Tickets may also be bought at the Wharf, Ferry Terminal Center.
Non-refundable, can be rescheduled with 24 hours notice. Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded. You may reschedule your tickets (subject to availability) only if you do so at least 24 hours in advance. Activity takes place rain or shine. The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability).
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Cruise on a sailboat or luxury yacht through Boston Harbor to end your day or start your evening. Set sail aboard one of our classic boats for an experience you are sure to never forget! Sail through Boston Harbor and glide past the U.S.S. Constitution as the sun dips beyond the outline of Boston’s skyline. Take in the rich colors of the sky with a glass of Champagne in hand and the breeze in your hair. Allow us to help you sit back and relax and enjoy the most perfect Boston sunset cruise.
Whether you are on our sailing boat, or our motor yacht, our exceptional crew is sure to treat you with the most professional hospitality that will have you feeling that it is your own yacht. Cruise Boston aboard one of our classic boats for a peaceful and picturesque sunset. Whether you are sightseeing or wanting to take in the views, it is the perfect way to end your day.
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Cocktail & Sunset Cruises
Enjoy a 90-minute cruise while taking in the spectacular scenery of Boston and Cambridge.
- Full Bar Available
- Handicap Accessible
- $4.00 Parking
2024 Cocktail & Sunset Cruises Schedule
May 24 – Sept 29
Fri – Sun
6 pm & 8 pm
Ticket Rates
- Adult $32.00
- Senior / Student $29.00
- Child Under 12 Years $23.00
*Excludes 5% MA Convention & Facilities Surcharge
Relax and Unwind with a View
Enjoy a 90-minute cruise while taking in the spectacular scenery of Boston and Cambridge from the serene waters of the Charles River. With cocktail music in the background and a refreshing drink in your hand from our full-service bar, you will watch the sun set majestically over the city of Cambridge.
Charles River Sunset Cruises depart from Lechmere Canal, The ticket booth and boat departure is located outside the doors at the canal side of the CambridgeSide Mall.
Cruise Route
Cambridgeside
CambridgeSide Mall 100 CambridgeSide Place Cambridge, MA 02141
Our boats board at the Lechmere Canal, which is directly outside the doors at the canal side of the CambridgeSide Mall. Park in the CambridgeSide Mall Parking Garage then proceed to the first floor and the ticket booth and boat can be found outside on the canal side of the mall.
From North of Boston
Take Interstate 93 exit 26 for Storrow Drive / North Station Keep right at the fork, follow signs for 28 North / Leverett Circle / North Station Slight right at Nashua St Turn left onto Nashua St Take the 1st right onto MA-28 North / Monsignor O’Brien Highway At the next light turn left onto Edwin H Land Boulevard At the next light turn right onto CambridgeSide Place Park in the CambridgeSide Mall Parking Garage. Our boats board at the Lechmere Canal, which is directly outside the doors at the canal side of the CambridgeSide Mall
From South of Boston
Take Interstate 93 exit 26 toward Storrow Drive / North Station Keep left at the fork, follow signs for MA-28 North / Leverett Circle / North Station Slight right at Nashua St Turn left onto Nashua St Take the 1st right onto MA-28 North / Monsignor O’Brien Highway At the next light turn left onto Edwin H Land Boulevard At the next light turn right onto CambridgeSide Place Park in the CambridgeSide Mall Parking Garage. Our boats board at the Lechmere Canal, which is directly outside the doors at the canal side of the CambridgeSide Mall
From West of Boston:
Take Route 90 – Mass Pike Exit Left at Cambridge/Allston Tolls – follow signs to Cambridge Proceed through lights and over River Street Bridge (Charles River) Immediately turn right at other end of bridge and travel East on Memorial Drive Stay on Memorial Drive – The CambridgeSide mall is approximately 3 miles on the left across from the Sonesta Hotel
Park in the CambridgeSide Mall Parking Garage. Our boats board at the Lechmere Canal, which is directly outside the doors at the canal side of the CambridgeSide Mall
From The MBTA (Public Transit)
Take the Green Line “E” train to Lechmere Station Exit the train, cross Mcgrath highway and Cambridge St. After crossing Cambridge St., walk down First Street St. Take a left at Canal Park and this will take you into the Lechmere Canal Follow the footpath to the right, the docks are located outside the canal side doors at the CambridgeSide Mall.
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Boston Harbor Sunset Sail
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- Hour Glass Duration: 2 Hours
- Clock Time of Day: Evening
Monday - Thursday
Must provide valid id at check-in, friday - sunday, young children, sunset sail in boston harbor.
If Boston is best seen from the water, then by far the best time to see it is during a sunset cruise on a classic Boston tall ship! We depart Fan Pier Marina and raise the sails, then it’s time to just chill out and relax.
The Star can accommodate up to 39 passengers for day sails in addition to a crew of 3. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city streets and enjoy some quality time out on the water with unbeatable views of the skyline sparkling in the twilight.
Drinks are available onboard for purchase via cash, credit, or Apple Pay – our menu includes several beers brewed right here in Boston! We also have red and white wine, vodka- and rum-based cocktails, soda, juice, and water available in addition to several snack options.
Snacks and bag lunches are welcome, but please no coolers or outside beverages.
There is no formal narration during our public sails, but feel free to ask the captain and crew and they’ll happily share their knowledge of local landmarks and history.
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Sunset Cruise
Breathtaking Sunsets
Great Group Activity
Pedal or Cruise
Experience the Rich Colors of a Boston Sunset on the Water
Watching the setting sun on the Boston Harbor will give you a feeling of awe. Comfortably pedal or just sip and relax as you experience a sunset in the Boston Harbor . You’ll be just a few hundred feet from the city’s biggest attractions like the Boston Tea Party Ship, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, and so much more! We may even see the firing of the USS Constitution’s cannon as it goes off every night at sunset. Your captain and assistant will ensure your safety while sharing stories about Boston’s rich history . This will surely be your favorite view of Boston!
Tour Highlights
Prepare for breathtaking sunset views while touring the Boston Harbor.
Have your camera ready, twilight views full speed ahead!
Pedal or relax as we cruise by Boston’s biggest attractions.
BYOB - Bring Your Own Beverages and food. We provide the ice.
Customize your departing location with our Private Charters.
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Trip details.
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Essential Information
Apr 19th – May 23rd & Sep 3rd – Oct 27th
Public Cruises $45.45/person Monday – Thursday $54.55/person Friday & Sunday $58.20/person Saturday Private Charters Max Capacity of Boat $36.35/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Monday – Thursday $39.10/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Friday & Sunday $41.80/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Saturday Private Charters Smaller Group for 16pp (more can be added) $41/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Monday – Thursday $44/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Friday & Sunday $47/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Saturday
May 24th, 2024 thru Sept. 2nd, 2024
Public Cruises $49/person Monday – Thursday $59/person Friday & Sunday $63/person Saturday Private Charters Max Capacity of Boat $39/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Monday – Thursday $42/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Friday & Sunday $45/person Pvt. Charter for Max Capacity – Saturday Private Charters Smaller Group for 16pp (more can be added) $44/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Monday – Thursday $47/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Friday & Sunday $51/person Pvt. Charter Smaller Group 16pp – Saturday
10% Discounts on Public Tours for Military, Children <12yrs and Seniors 62yrs+
Departure times
Hourly from 2 hrs before sunset to sunset Click the links to see our public tour availability and our private charter availability
Meeting point
Public Cruises Meeting points (check our calendar and your confirmation to verify your boarding location)
Pier 6 Restaurant Dock in the Charlestown Navy Yard (1 8th St, Charlestown, MA 02129)
India Wharf Downtown (next to Boston Aquarium, 85 India Row, Boston MA 02110)
Private Charters are scheduled to Meet at
Pier 6 Restaurant Dock Charlestown but can board at other locations upon request
Availability
April 21st through October, 7 days a week
- Minimum – No minimum group size to reserve seats but Public Cruises must have a minimum of 6 passengers booked to operate
- Maximum of 20, 22 or 24 for Public Cruises depending on vessel
- Maximum of 20, 24 or 26 for Private Charters depending on vessel
Participation requirements
Valid ID for those consuming alcohol
- Coolers and ice (we have coolers with ice in the center bar between the pedal stations for passenger use)
- Life jackets
Not included
Food and beverages
What to bring
- Your own food and beverages – anything that requires a fork and knife is probably not a good idea
- A light jacket or layers
- Sunglasses and hats are great but you will be seated under a large canopy shielding direct sun and rain
- All captains have a US CoastGuard Masters License
- Deckhand/Assistant
The Experience
Our Cruises are scheduled to meet at Pier 6 in the Navy Yard in Charlestown or India Wharf downtown next to the Boston Aquarium. These docks open directly into the incredible Boston Harbor. You will board our vessel, store your beverages and snacks, receive a quick introduction and review our safety protocols. Then it’s time to pedal out onto open water or relax and enjoy the amazing Boston Harbor!
From the Cycleboat, you’ll see Boston like never before! Take in the amazing views and soak up their history. Landmarks like the East Boston Tall Ship, Nantucket Lightship, Logan Airport, South Boston Seaport, Boston Tea Party Ship , the Downtown and Northend Waterfront, Boston CoastGuard Station, TD Garden, Bunker Hill Monument and the Historic Charlestown Navy Yard with the USS Constitution and WWII destroyer Cassin Young .
Just choose a seat at the table and pedal as much or as little as you like or just relax in the lounge area. Your cruise will take you to the shoreline of East Boston, South Boston Seaport, Fort Point Channel, Downtown and Northend Waterfront, Charles River Basin and the Charlestown Navy Yard . After 1.5 hours on the water, we’ll head back to Pier 6, exit the vessel and say our goodbyes. You’ll leave with a smile on your face after experiencing one of the BEST Boston Harbor Day Cruises!
Boarding Locations and Enroute Attractions
Click the image to enlarge, some of our most frequently asked questions.
No, don’t worry! Most people take turns and have fun pedaling or just cruising. The captain can raise or lower the paddle wheel to reduce the resistance, making the pedaling easier (just like lowering the gear on a bicycle). We can also supplement your pedal power with the outboard motor, so no one has to pedal!
Yes! Riders who are of age are welcome to bring beer, wine or pre-mixed cocktails (no hard alcohol) while they enjoy their Cycleboat ride! Of course non-alcoholic beverages are okay too!
There is a bathroom aboard our 20, 24 and two 26 passenger boats (Boston Patriot, Rosie the Riveter, Minuteman and Sweet Caroline) for emergencies our 16 person boat (Cycleboat One) does not have a bathroom but can make a short bathroom stop at the tour’s halfway point.
- It’s unlikely you’ll get wet, but dress for the weather conditions and for comfort, it can be a little windier or cooler on the harbor, so we do recommend bringing an extra layer especially for evening tours.
- Sunglasses and hats are great but you will be seated under a large canopy shielding direct sun and rain.
- No need to bring a cooler as we have ice chests with ice in the center bar between the pedal stations for passenger use.
- Also, snacks are great or anything you can eat with one hand (i.e. sandwich)
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Why customers love cycleboat boston, lis s | braintree, ma.
Such an amazing time! It was a relaxing ride and the sunset was beautiful. We went at 7:00 and it was perfect. Ed and Rosie were so kind and personable. Highly recommend!
Monica F | Medford, MA
Tripadvisor.
Great way to see the city by water! This cruise was super! My friends and I chartered the Cycleboat for a sunset cruise to celebrate a birthday. Captain Ed and Rosie we both so sweet and fun. The boat is really big and you really don’t need to pedal if you don’t want to :). We all would highly recommend – this was a second trip for a few in our group.
atravellingman | Arlington, MA
The Boston Cycleboat is a great experience. The owners have taken a pontoon boat and added 12 pedal stations that drive a large paddlewheel at the back of the boat. Each bicycle style seat has a table and easy access to a cooler with ice. BYO beer, wine and snacks or dinner. There is also seating for four non-peddlers, and you can easily exchange seats. […] The Cycleboat is truly unique and fun. Give it a spin!
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Boston Sunset Cruise
- Boston sunset cruise
- Relax onboard one of Boston's finest boats for an evening cruise on the harbor
- Spectacular view of the sunset
- Watch the U.S.S. Constitution's sunset cannon serenade
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 90-minute cruise
- Convention Center Tax
- Gratuities (optional)
- Meals (available to purchase on board)
Departure & Return
Cruise departs from Long Wharf in Boston
What To Expect
Discover some of the important historic attractions along Boston's inner and outer harbors - and enjoy a beautiful sunset - during this entertaining and educational sightseeing cruise.Cruise past restored Boston Tea Party ships and the floating Boston Museum. Finally, see the USS Constitution, the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat.This tour is seasonal and operates from May to September only.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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