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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

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About Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

Hop aboard Boston's iconic Duck Boat for a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure that cruises both city streets and the Charles River. This unique tour takes you past historic landmarks like Faneuil Hall, Copley Plaza, and the Public Garden before gliding along the water for stunning skyline views.

Local Legends & Stories

The DUKW vehicles are Vietnam War-era amphibious transports now repurposed for tourism, making this tour a living piece of history. Boston's Charles River has been the city's waterfront heart since colonial times, hosting everything from regattas to revolutionary gatherings.

Must Do Experiences

  • Ride the famous DUKW amphibious vehicle from road to river

  • See Boston's top landmarks including the Old State House and Copley Plaza

  • Enjoy the 20-minute Charles River cruise with scenic waterfront views

  • Choose your preferred departure point from Museum of Science, NE Aquarium, or Prudential

Hidden Gems

  • The multi-lingual GPS audio commentary offers fascinating insights in multiple languages

  • Board early to secure the best seats for photo opportunities along the river

  • The transition from land to water is one of Boston's most unique tourist experiences

What Makes it Special

  • Amphibious DUKW vehicle that transforms from road to river in one seamless tour

  • Combines iconic Boston land sights with a relaxing Charles River cruise

  • Multiple departure options provide flexibility for different itineraries and locations

Available Facilities

Multi-lingual GPS audio system accessible boarding river cruise seating air-conditioned vehicle

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Spring through fall offers the best weather for the open-air portions of the tour. Summer months provide the most pleasant river cruise experience with warm temperatures. Early morning or late afternoon departures offer softer lighting and fewer crowds.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

  • Position yourself near the front of the vehicle for unobstructed landmark views

  • The river cruise offers the best photo opportunities of the Boston skyline

  • Golden hour provides stunning reflections on the Charles River

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Bostonians are proud of their revolutionary history, so listen closely to the commentary about sites like the Old State House. The Charles River is central to Boston's identity, hosting the annual Head of the River Regatta. Tipping is customary if your guide provides excellent commentary and service.

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

  • Fourth of July fireworks visible from the Charles River during summer tours

  • Harvard and MIT rowing competitions create excitement along the river in spring and fall

  • Christmas tree lighting ceremonies and holiday decorations visible from the river in December

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

  • Follow all safety instructions provided by the tour staff before boarding

  • Secure loose items and belongings during the land-to-water transition

  • Keep arms and heads inside the vehicle at all times during the ride

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Pricing varies by departure location selected at checkout. Multiple departure options are available including Museum of Science, NE Aquarium, and Prudential Center locations.

Visit Duration

The complete tour typically lasts approximately 80 minutes, combining both the land sightseeing portion and the 20-minute Charles River cruise. Plan for the full experience to properly enjoy Boston's highlights from this unique amphibious perspective.

Accessibility

The Duck Boat tour offers accessible boarding for guests with mobility concerns. Please contact the provider in advance to arrange accommodations for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.

Overview

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Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River gallery

Important Information

Opening Hours

Open on Mon-Sat, 11:00am-9:00pm<br>Open on Sun, 11:00am-8:00pm

What's Included

  • 20-minute boat ride along the Charles RiverSee top Boston sites such as Faneuil Hall, Copley Plaza, Old State House, Public Garden and more!3 Departure Options Available: Museum of Science, NE Aquarium, Prudential (Select 1 at checkout)Multi-lingual GPS a

Not Included

  • Your mobile device must have its own cellular connection for audio guided app.
  • Gratuities
  • Headphones not available for audio guided app.
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Boston Duck Tours has invested in a GPS activated foreign language app that Guests must download to their own mobile device to use on tour. The app provides imagery as well as narration in languages including Spanish, German, Mandarin, French, Japanese, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean and Cantonese on all tours. Your mobile device must have its own cellular connection and you must bring your own headphones.

Accessibility: We have wheelchair accessible DUCKS from all 3 of our departure locations. If you are booking online you MUST call us and tell us you have a guest that needs to stay in their wheelchair as we need to pull 3 extra seats to fit the wheelchair in the DUCK. If booking in person ensure you tell our Guest Service Representative that you have someone in a wheelchair so we can also pull the 3 extra seats.

The Duck Boats depart from 3 locations throughout Boston: Museum of Science, New England Aquarium, or Prudential Center. Travelers must select their departure location during checkout. On the day of travel, please meet at the departure location you have selected during checkout. The meeting location and address will be available in your confirmation after purchase.

Location

800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199, United States

Frequently Asked Questions

The ticket includes a guided land and water sightseeing tour aboard an amphibious DUKW vehicle, live narration from a guide, and a cruise on the Charles River.
The complete tour takes approximately 80 minutes from departure to return, covering both the city streets and the river cruise.
The amphibious vehicle drives directly down a boat ramp and splashes into the Charles River without passengers needing to transfer or leave their seats.
Tours primarily depart from the Museum of Science parking lot or the Prudential Center, depending on the specific time and season of your booking.
The tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages, though infants under one year old must sit on an adult's lap for the duration of the ride.
The vehicles are not equipped with lifts or ramps for standard wheelchairs, but collapsible wheelchairs can be stored in the cargo area if the guest can transfer to a standard seat.
The tours operate seasonally from late March through November, with the most frequent daily departures occurring during the summer months.
You should bring a camera, sunglasses, and a light jacket, as it can be noticeably cooler and windier on the water than on the city streets.
If the Coast Guard suspends river traffic or severe weather forces a cancellation, guests are offered a rain check to reschedule their tour for a future date.
Guests are required to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to their scheduled departure time to allow for ticket scanning and boarding procedures.

About Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise Along Charles River

Spring through fall offers the best weather for the open-air portions of the tour. Summer months provide the most pleasant river cruise experience with warm temperatures. Early morning or late afternoon departures offer softer lighting and fewer crowds.
The complete tour typically lasts approximately 80 minutes, combining both the land sightseeing portion and the 20-minute Charles River cruise. Plan for the full experience to properly enjoy Boston's highlights from this unique amphibious perspective.
There is a Skywalk Observation, which is similar to the observation platform of the original New York World Trade Center. It has an all-glass wall and a large rectangular corridor. Because there are no high-rise buildings, you can watch the scenery of Boston and the surrounding towns in 360 degrees. You can find what you are familiar with. buildings, churches, parks, universities, airports and famous streets.
Pricing varies by departure location selected at checkout. Multiple departure options are available including Museum of Science, NE Aquarium, and Prudential Center locations.
The Duck Boat tour offers accessible boarding for guests with mobility concerns. Please contact the provider in advance to arrange accommodations for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility.
Follow all safety instructions provided by the tour staff before boarding
Secure loose items and belongings during the land-to-water transition
Keep arms and heads inside the vehicle at all times during the ride
Bostonians are proud of their revolutionary history, so listen closely to the commentary about sites like the Old State House. The Charles River is central to Boston's identity, hosting the annual Head of the River Regatta. Tipping is customary if your guide provides excellent commentary and service.
Position yourself near the front of the vehicle for unobstructed landmark views
The river cruise offers the best photo opportunities of the Boston skyline
Golden hour provides stunning reflections on the Charles River
Multi-lingual GPS audio system, accessible boarding, river cruise seating, air-conditioned vehicle

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