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The 15 Best Sunset Cruises in Boston

15 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.4 average  ·  from $29

The skyline lights up from the harbor side, and the departure time chases the season — past nine in June, gone entirely by midwinter. These 15 sailings are compared on boat, bar, length and price, with a note on which are quiet enough to hear the narration.

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Boston: Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

1.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 888 reviews · 1h 30m · from $31Our pick

90-minute Boston Harbor sunset cruise with USS Constitution views, guided narration, skyline sights, snacks, and an onboard bar.

“Very romantic and relaxed environment. It was cool seeing the planes flying really close by, taking off and landing.”

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Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

2.Boston Harbor Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 632 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54.45

Two hours on Boston Harbor at sunset with standout waterfront views, a calm boat ride, and USS Constitution cannon fire at sundown.

“Thename of this excursion is Harbor Tour and that's what we got. We ran in circles around the harbor. I expected to go further around the bend over towards Fenway. Drinks were available but the snacks were very limited. So don't go hungry and expect to get something on board.”

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Boston: Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

3.Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 570 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

A 2-hour Boston Harbor sunset cruise on the Northern Lights yacht, with music, light commentary, and cannon fire off USS Constitution.

“Fantastic boat, friendly crew and wonderful trip - all round, would definitely recommend.”

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Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

4.Narrated Sunset Cruise of Boston Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 532 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29.15Best value

A 90-minute narrated Boston Harbor sunset cruise from Rowes Wharf, with skyline views, USS Constitution, and an onboard bar.

“Fun river boat tour of Boston. Sunset cruise gets to see the city by sunlight and then by lights. Also get to see the canon fired. Bartenders were great.”

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Sunset Sailing Cruise on a Tall Ship in Boston Harbor

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City Cruises Boston 90-Minute Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

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Boston: City Cruises Sunset Skyline Cruise with Commentary

7.City Cruises Sunset Skyline Cruise with Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 381 reviews · 1h 30m · from $55

Boston Harbor sunset cruise with expert commentary, skyline views, and a USS Constitution cannon salute. 90 minutes from Long Wharf.

“Great commentary, Kevin shared a lot of information and made it entertaining. The boat was old and a little run down, but it was fine for the short tour we were on. More signage for where to line up and meet would have been helpful- there were guides standing there who helped but not much direction otherwise and everyone had to ask them where the line was. We learned a lot and enjoyed the evening despite the cloudy night.”

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Boston: Harbor Champagne Sunset Sail from Rowes Wharf

8.Harbor Champagne Sunset Sail from Rowes Wharf

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 299 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Boston Harbor sunset sail from Rowes Wharf on a classic schooner. Real sailing, skyline views, and drinks for purchase over two hours.

“Therese was absolutely brilliant, we had an absolutely fantastic time on the cruise and would 100% go again. You have to buy drinks on board (no included) but we knew that before and it was still so worth it!”

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Boston Harbor Sunset Sail Tour

9.Boston Harbor Sunset Sail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82.27Top rated

Two-hour Boston Harbor sunset sail from Rowes Wharf with landmark views, on-board drinks, and a friendly crew. $82.27.

“It was a nice boat trip the highlight of the trip was the USS Constitution firing its cannon playing taps and lowering the flag”

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Boston: Sunset Tall Ship Harbor Cruise

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Boston: Charles River Sunset and Cocktail Cruise

11.Charles River Sunset and Cocktail Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 50 reviews · from $36

Boston Charles River sunset cocktail cruise from Cambridge, 90 minutes of iconic skyline views, music, and a full bar with $4 parking.

“I really enjoyed this cruise! Every staff member I encountered was extremely kind and accommodating. The ride was also smooth sailing from start to finish with amazing views! I'd highly recommend this cruise for anyone visiting Boston. Especially for the first time, like myself!”

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Boston: Scenic Moonlight Harbor Cruise

12.Scenic Moonlight Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 27 reviews · from $33

A 90-minute moonlit Boston Harbor cruise with skyline views, sea air, and a cash bar, departing from Rowes Wharf.

“The ship was run down and very uncomfortable. We were bored for 90 minutes. The ship that you show in the picture is going with a party company. So we booked Mississippi Romance but got junk barge.”

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Holiday Sunset Cruise in Boston Harbor

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Boston Harbor: Full Moon Cruise with Champagne Option

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Boston Harbor Private Sunset & Foliage Cruise, on Yacht Trinacria

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