Boston Summer Nights Tour and Charles River Cruise

Boston Public Garden at night

A Evening Ride Through History!

Discover Boston’s illustrious story aboard the Old Town Trolley and the Charles River Boat on this exciting evening tour. Take part in a unique adventure as the sun sets over the Charles River. Start your experience on the trolley with a live narrated commentary as the trolley winds its way through the city and across the Charles River into Cambridge. Then, discover the beauty of Boston on the water as you board the Charles River Boat at the Cambridgeside Mall for an exclusive one-hour cruise down the river. Experience the sights of Boston from the best vantage point in the city, while highlighting Boston’s rich maritime history. Enjoy a unique perspective as you take in spectacular views of the Boston skyline and much more!

Drinks and snacks are available for purchase onboard the Charles River Boat. At the end of the river cruise, you will return to the Cambridgeside Mall to board your trolley for the return journey back across the river into Boston.

Charles River Boat in Boston

Points of Interest / What You'll See

  • Charles River
  • Harvard University
  • Boston Harbor
  • Rose Kennedy Greenway
  • North End
  • Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge
  • TD Garden
  • Museum of Science Planetarium
  • City of Cambridge
  • The Esplanade
  • Prudential Center
  • Boston Public Library
  • Trinity Church
  • Longfellow Bridge
  • John Hancock Tower
  • Fairmont Copley Plaza
  • Public Garden
  • Boston Common
  • New State House
  • Seaport District
Boston skyline at sunset