
Top-Rated Boston Duck Boat Tours & Tickets
Explore Boston's iconic landmarks from both land and water on the legendary Duck Boat Tour. This unique amphibious experience allows travelers to see historic sites like Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, and the Charles River in a single unforgettable journey. Compare top-rated tours from various local operators to find the perfect route for your itinerary. Whether you are interested in history, architecture, or simply a fun way to navigate the city, these guided adventures offer flexible schedules and expert commentary. Book early to secure your spot on this highly popular attraction that combines sightseeing with entertainment. Discover why thousands of visitors choose the Duck Boat Tour as their premier way to experience Boston's vibrant culture and scenic beauty.
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Walk Boston’s Freedom Trail, hear stories of revolution, and feel history come alive at landmarks like the Old State House and Faneuil Hall. End your journey with a peaceful harbor cruise past iconic ships and skyline views that tell their own story. Highlights: • Visit historic Boston with a 5-Sta...
- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
- Tickets for a 1-hour Boston Harbor Cruise with live English narration and skyline views
- Personalized recommendations for dining, shopping, and sightseeing
- Engaging stories about Boston’s revolutionary history and iconic landmarks
- Private Walking Tour of Historic Boston with a Boston Harbor Cruise
- Entry to attractions
- Food and drinks
- Old State House
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Water is no barrier for a duck, why should it be for you? A Boston Duck Tour is a wonderful way to get a great look at Boston on land and water. See all the major landmarks and hear the history of the city as you tour Boston in a renovated World War II amphibious vehicle.
- 20-minute boat ride along the Charles River
- See 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 activated app available for download from all departure locations.
- 80-minute Duck Boat Tour of Boston
- Narrated tour of Boston with your own personal ConDUCKtor
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Headphones not available for audio guided app.
- Your mobile device must have its own cellular connection for audio guided app.
- Boston Duck Tours
- Boston Public Garden
- Boston Common
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
- Boston Public Library
- Old State House
- Museum Of Science
- TD Garden
- Newbury Street
- Massachusetts State House
- Boylston Street
- Charles River Esplanade
- Copley Place
- Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge
- Old South Church in Boston
- Prudential Center
- Arlington Street Church
- Boston Public Market
- Charles River
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Discover Boston in the evening on a guided night tour that combines city highlights with a scenic sunset harbor cruise, all with convenient downtown hotel pickup and drop-off. Begin your experience with pickup from your downtown Boston hotel and set out on a narrated driving tour through the city’s...
- Local, fully narrated experience
- Guided Boston city night driving tour
- Pickup and drop-off at downtown Boston hotels
- Sunset harbor cruise ticket (Admission Included)
- Gratuities
- Boston
- Granary Burying Ground
- Massachusetts State House
- Boston Harborwalk
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Prepare for a fun night in Boston! Ride the Old Town Trolley for an evening tour that tells the story of this historic city. As the sun sets, the trolley travels through the city and over the Charles River into Cambridge. Next, board a boat at the Cambridgeside Mall for an hour-long Charles River...
- 45-minute narrated trolley
- 1-hour Charles River cruise
- Expert guide
- Parking
- Food and drinks (available for purchase on the River Cruise)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.Across the options we compare, prices typically range from $50 to $268, with a median of $105. Most tours fall between $54 and $166. For travelers seeking value, the Sightseeing Tour category averages around $97 while maintaining an average rating of 3.53 stars.
The experience usually lasts between 1.5 and 3 hours, with a median duration of 2.5 hours. Regarding inclusions, most options (83%) provide a guide, while roughly half (50%) include entry tickets or admission fees as part of the package.
Booking ahead is recommended because one of the options we compare is flagged as likely to sell out. While instant confirmation is available on all listed tours, securing your spot early ensures availability for your preferred date.
The tours are offered in eight languages: English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, German, Japanese, and French. This multilingual support makes the experience accessible to a wide range of international visitors.
Based on the data provided, specific accessibility features such as wheelchair access are not explicitly detailed in the current listing metrics. We recommend checking the individual tour details on the booking platform to confirm specific accommodation needs.
The tour group primarily consists of Cruise and Sailing experiences (83%) and Sightseeing Tours (83%). The themes are predominantly Historical (100%) and Cultural (83%). Transportation methods vary, with all options involving a boat component, while about a third also include trolley or walking segments.
Yes, flexibility is common among the options we compare. Approximately 67% of the tours offer free cancellation, allowing you to adjust your plans without penalty if needed.
Use the MBTA subway system and buses. Purchase a CharlieCard for discounted fares on all public transit lines.
Look for municipal garages on side streets. Avoid street parking during rush hours to prevent high fees or tickets.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and start early in the morning. Bring water as many stops lack drinking fountains.