Charles River Boat Company

Fantastic views, nice clean window, rain or shine Go. Our narrator was Fantastic and amazing. We took the 200pm boat ride and getting a chaser ticket to reduce parking to $4.00 is a great discount, look for the CS parking. I now understand why this tiur is sold out in the evenings. Highly recommended No disappointments. Skyline Boston great, music great.

The boat trip itself was great, super way to see the city of Boston. Some interesting facts were shared. But overall there’s a major concern with the maturity level of the tour guide and her competence as a public speaker. Her commentary was long and drawn out, rife with boring personal details and generally took up too much of the boat ride. There were a few brief moments of reprieve where we enjoyed the views in silence. It would be valuable for the tour guide to keep the audience in mind; which is largely international and out of State. The price-value quotient was greatly reduced thanks to the guide’s lack of charisma.

I organized a private event on the Lexington vessel – a Sunset Cruise for 100 people – two years in a row, and both experiences were absolutely fantastic. Georgina was incredibly helpful from start to finish: helping us plan the event, finalize menus, and offering creative ideas for activities to do on board. On the day of the cruise, the crew was professional, friendly, and attentive, and the food and drinks were delicious. We had a great time and are already looking forward to planning more amazing events with Charles River Boat Company in the future!

We recently booked a private dinner event onboard Henry Longfellow following our wedding ceremony and brunch reception at Encore Boston. This was was such an incredible way to celebrate in a much more relaxed way with our closest friends and family. Our group onboard consisted of about 25 guests. We had the Lighthouse Dinner Buffet catered by Johnny Burke (CRB's partnered caterer). The food was fantastic and they were absolutely incredible about accommodating allergies. I worked directly with Dayna Linehan at CRB and she handled everything! We are beyond grateful she was our event coordinator - she was so extremely pleasant to work with! She was able to help us work within budget and completely customize our event for us. She responded promptly to all concerns and questions, gave excellent guidance, and checked in with us regularly during the planning process and event. Our captain Rich and bartender Shelby were also so lovely and incredible with our two kids (7yo and 4yo). Captain Rich let the kids take turns at the wheel driving the boat and Shelby took our 7yo daughter under her wing to help make some of the nonalcoholic drinks for our guests! Our daughter absolutely loved it and had a blast "bartending!" My husband and I are already discussing booking another event with the Charles River Boat Company for future anniversaries and family gatherings. We only have the most positive things to say about the company! Thank you to Dayna and the crew that made our day so memorable! We look forward to seeing you again soon!!

We charted the Lexington for a Teacher retirement party! Our guests were so thrilled at the experience of cruising the Boston Harbor . Our Captain Ben and his team did a great job ! Highly recommend you plan your party with this business!!

The captain Miranda and Noah tour guide made the cruse giving insight to the river and its surrounding buildings. We enjoyed the selection at the bar, with one hand opening serving drinks the other holding the microphone. The curse was the right amount of time we got tickets on the dock that morning, great way to see Boston waterways.

I would thoroughly recommend this tour. It's very informative and relaxing. Has a bar, snacks and toilet onboard. Great commentary and staff are wonderful.

Absolutely fantastic boat ride there is a bar on board the boats. I do highly recommend to plan and book your day in advance. These boats are a river boat style short, skinny, long and much more quiet as well as completely enclosed except the bow part.

My wife and I were married on the Henry Longfellow. It was an incredible evening. The family and friends that joined us, the amazing staff, and our first mate/onboard manager Allison made it a night we will truly never forget. Thank you again to everyone that made that night so perfect! We want to give a special shout out to our event coordinator, Kaitlin. We initially had two separate venues for our wedding. We planned to have just the reception on the Henry Longfellow, while the ceremony takes place in Boston. It was only a month out from our wedding day, when our ceremony venue fell through and we had to scramble to find an alternative solution. During that stressful time, Kaitlin did an amazing job working with us to combine our ceremony and reception on the Henry Longfellow. She was comforting, accommodating, and a joy to work with. We couldn't have planned our wedding without her! The absolute best!!! Sincerely, Brian & Katy

Planned a corporate social event through Charles Riverboat Company to take a party of greater than 40 people out on a post-work cruise along the Charles River on a weekday evening. We organized a 2 hour cruise with dinner and drinks included. Dayna and Kaitlin were fantastic to work with to help coordinate the event even as we made tweaks and changes through the planning process in the month and days leading up to the event, and they went above and beyond to ensure that everything went smoothly and without a hitch.

Took the Architecture tour a couple of weeks ago. I'm not really into architecture but it was the only tour available on the day I had time to be a tourist. I was worried it would be boring because of the architecture theme, but it wasn't at all! The tour guide was delightful and I even learned the difference between modern, postmodern, and contemporary architecture so I can impress my friends. Customer service was also great -- I'd originally booked a tour on the wrong date, when I wouldn't be in Boston anymore, because I'm smart like that. There was no way to change it online, but their customer service was happy to switch me to a new date for free after I emailed them. Really nice folks. The boat was comfy enough and the views were great. It does get cold on board so dress warmly during the shoulder seasons.

We had a lovely time cruising on the Charles River on a beautiful summer night in Boston. Twenty-six of us gathered onboard and enjoyed drinks and a wonderful catered dinner of salmon, pesto gnocchi, grilled vegetables, salmon, rice, homemade focaccia, and potatoes. Dessert included chili jars lava cakes and fruit tarts. Taking in the sights of Boston while enjoying the slight breeze in the air made for a wonderful evening.

Grayson was an awesome tour guide. Informative, funny, personable. I really wish they accepted cash for the tickets and for the food, especially since their computer was down! Definitely a good value at $24

CHARLES RIVERBOAT COMPANY If you've been following us for a bit, then you know how much we our favorite city, Boston! It had been a long four years living in Florida, but one of the activities we grew to love were taking the riverboats (aka "The Pirate Taxi") up and down the Hillsborough River! Therefore, we were thrilled when we discovered Boston's very own equivalent - the "Charles Riverboat Company" cruises! Departing from the Cambridgeside Galleria, this company offers a number of different tour options, but for our first, we went with the classic "Cocktail & Sunset" excursion! We decided to take our voyage on a beautiful Monday evening! Warm breezes and light humidity, it was a great night to be on the river! Our boat was helmed by Captain Ed, with the interior serviced by the truly awesome (and knowledgeable) Barbara, who also acted as our bartender! So you know we had to make friends! Lasting for 90 minutes, we left East Cambridge, passing a number of Boston highlights from our past - including Kell's alma maters of MIT and BU, our first apartment on Bay State Road under the Citgo sign, and our favorite bustling Esplanade along the Charles - with our tour ending by Harvard, before turning around and heading back! It is a beautiful and fun experience for both Boston natives, and those visiting this amazing city - just make sure to watch the radar to avoid summer storms! Also, it is completely affordable around $29 each (cocktails not included) - so we highly recommend checking them out this summer while you can! We know we can't wait to come back for their Boston Harbor "Architecture Tour!" What's your favorite way to check out the Charles River or the Boston Harbor? Who would should we try next? We need more time on that "dirty water!!!" Visited On 08/01/2022

I wish there were more than 5 stars !!!! We had a fabulous party this weekend on the Valiant. What a wonderful experience. The Charles Riverboat Company Team could not have been more supportive. They listened to our party goals/ideas and created an evening beyond our expectations. Good music with a DJ, excellent food , and a great bar. The Company Team was there for us throughout the evening ---- just making sure that all was going well . The boat is beautiful. Everyone that attended had a great time. Beautiful weather and traveling on the water added to the party. I would highly recommend booking an event with this company. You will not be disappointed. The Charles Riverboat Company Team clearly is passionate about ensuring a wonderful experience for any group booking with them.

Very well priced better then any tour in boston. The tour guide Dillion made the whole thing better. Very good narration of the history of Boston.

Incredible experience on board the Henry Longfellow! Cecily and her team always exceed our expectations they are amazing to work with! Sam our architectural tour guide was lively and fascinating! Our customers enjoyed every minute! We look forward to our next cruise!

I recently booked the general tour by mistake instead of the architectural tour which runs only a few times a week. They very kindly offered to rebook but since we were in Boston just for the day we went. It was surprisingly well done and an entertaining hour was spent.

Went on one of the sightseeing tours this weekend when my mom was visiting from out of town and it was such a great experience. Used Groupon to purchase the tickets which was such a steal. Pro tip: you can book the Groupon, and then call the company to secure the time slot that you want. The boat is completely covered except at the very front, so you have the option to stay seated in the shade or walk around and enjoy the sunny views from the bow. They have snacks and drinks for sale which was such a nice surprise, the bar is pretty well equipped with beer, wine and even a list of some simple cocktails. The boat even has two bathrooms and I was sooo impressed by how clean they were. Our tour guide Noah was knowledgeable and just the right amount of funny. He asked a lot of questions and kept the crowd engaged throughout the tour. We departed right on time and the trip took just over the 70 minutes advertised - long enough to enjoy the river and pick up some fun facts, but not so long that we were bored or tired. Loved this experience, I'll definitely do it again the next time I have out of town guests, I'm looking forward to checking out the architecture tour or going at sunset.

Amazing from beginning to end. We held our faculty & staff end of year celebration on the Charles last week. Everyone enjoyed a nice peaceful lunch with a beautiful view, great music and great service! Macoy, the sales & event coordinator, did such a wonderful job of guiding me throughout the process, having patience and always being so friendly. I highly recommend the Charles Riverboat Company!

We had a wonderful time on our corporate outing with the Charles Riverboat Company. It was a gorgeous day with beautiful views. The ride went out surprisingly far for our 3hr ride. We were on the Lexington boat which had tons of space. We had two entire floors to ourselves - both indoor and outdoor. Food, drinks, and service in general were excellent! Absolutely worth the value for such an organized event, supportive staff, and fun time!

Went for a sunset cruise around the Charles River. Was definitely value for money. It's a nice simple thing to do in the evenings around the area. Drinks served on the boat as well. Only one server which made the drinks a little slow at the beginning but they were much quicker later into the ride. Was overall great fun and great value

We can't recommend this company highly enough. We used the Charles Riverboat Company once before for a night-before the wedding party for family and out of town guests. It was big hit and people still remember it. So when we were trying to figure out where to throw a special event during covid (semi-safe...outdoor...fresh air...) we remember the Charles Riverboat Company. This time our guests were all from Boston or the surrounding towns...again a big hit. The staff both pre-party (Melissa) and the day of the party (Rich, Shelby, Susan) were sincerely interested in making your event work for you and your guests. Really nice people offering a really nice service, it feels great to recommend them unequivocally

When I traveled from Ontario to Boston for my fiftieth birthday this year, I made the decision to purchase a Go Boston Card. The Charles Riverboat Company cruise was one of the many activities to choose from. I love mini-cruises, and this one didn't disappoint. I was afraid that since it was summer, the cruise would sell out. I tried to make a reservation just in case, but if you book using the card, they won't give you one. That, I didn't think was fair. Card customers are paying customers too. You depart from this cruise outside a huge mall. That has its pluses. There is food, drink, a bathroom and shopping if you so desire. You do have to pay for parking as with anything else you choose to do in downtown Boston. I can't remember exactly how much that was, but I believe a pretty good rate like $8-9. You'll need to take the elevator/escalator up to the main floor of the mall and exit out the back. There is a little booth there for the boat company. I went to check in. The girl working there scanned my mobile Go City Card and asked for my last name and told me I was all set. There was a wait to get on the boat, and they won't let you board until it's pretty much time to set sail. When I went to get on, I was asked for a boarding pass, a physical one. Turns out the girl didn't check me in right, so I had to get off the boat and go back to the little kiosk. That was a tad annoying. But the boating company won't get paid if people with the Card aren't checked in right, so I wouldn't want that to happen to them. I can't remember the name of our guide, who was also the bartender, which is a shame. He seemed a little nervous, but he did such a good job and was funny too. There was a full bar on board and it felt so luxurious to enjoy a prosecco while taking in all the sights on the river. Even though it was a hot day, the side windows were open and the cool breeze came in off the water. The seats looked a little hard, but there was a soft cushion across the back with nice big windows, and I was very comfortable there. We learned about the river and why it's coloured brown. Heard about the buildings in Boston's skyline, Harvard and its boathouses, the sailing club on the water, the architecture of the bridges, how the river got its name, MIT and much more. I really loved all the information provided during the cruise. There are lots of beautiful things to see along the way. Very enjoyable activity. If you're looking for something relaxing to do while you learn a lot about Boston, this is the cruise for you.

Cecily and the Charles River Boat Company made our July 4th the most special experience our family has ever had on the holiday. The Longfellow boat under the Longfellow bridge was a unique moment and our group loved the hospitality on board along with how clean and well kept everything was. The crew on board, Capt Shaleigh and Leah, felt like part of our family while being super professionals. We plan to use the Charles River Boat Company for future events.

Our college reunion group of 50 people had a wonderful time cruising and brunching on the Charles II in May. From our initial inquiries on, as we worked out details and special requests, the staff couldn't have been more helpful, patient and accommodating and the service on the boat was fantastic! Everyone wants to repeat the experience at our next reunion .

We were a group fo five on the friday afternoon of Memorial Day, I went to school up there and still learned alot Grayson,our guide was outstanding. The right combination of history and humor. Memorable experience! Richard Barthelmes

I am a volunteer tour guide with Boston By Foot, and we partner with Charles Riverboat Company to provide the Architecture Cruise which goes into Boston Harbor and back up the Charles River. I had missed narrating this cruise SO MUCH in 2020 during the pandemic emergency phase! I've narrated 3 cruises in the past week and it is so wonderful to work with the amazing professionals at this company. The customer service, knowledge of the boats, the river, and harbor, are unmatched. Everyone feels safe and enjoys the views, the ride, and our stories. Charles Riverboat Company adds a unique dimension to the tourism experience in Boston for visitors and locals alike.

This is for the July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza aboard the Lexington. My friend & I had been trying for 3 years to look for the best spot to view the fireworks show comfortably. After the Sailabration with the community boating, this is by far the best I've come across. We get to come later in the day instead of being in the hot sun all day. When they said dessert, Wine, & beer buffet they mean it! When it was done, they replaced them promptly! The view of the fireworks was amazing! Worth it!

Only two days in Boston and I had to do a boat tour. It's surprisingly hard to find a boat tour whom does deals on single tickets, but I found CRC on groupon. They're located in the back of the mall, the street entrance has replete with chain restaurants and you enter there, walk to the end of the mall and exit (next to H&m) and the boat is immediately in front of you. The ticket person was very nice, the tour is exactly 70 Mins at sea. The tour guide / bartender provided fun facts and everyone seemed happy. The majority of the boat is covered, or you can stand on the bow. Note: I boarded at the last minute and all was fine. People get it up and move around, I saw a huge line form for the next tour, but it doesn't seem like there's a "point" because there is no good seat per se, because more than likely you won't be in your singular seat the entire time.

My daughter and I had an amazing experience on their sightseeing tour. We had so much fun we're going to their architecture tour! Every time I had a question and called their staff was so kind and helpful. The crew and tour guide were so smart, funny and knowledgeable about Boston! Noah was a great tour guide!! The boat is very comfortable with a covered part and outdooor space. It's super easy to find the dock and is right next to the food court at the mall. Afterwards my husband met up with us and we took a nice walk along the Charles river. I highly recommend this tour! It's reasonably priced and a wonderful experience.

We thought this cruise tour was great! Captain Kevin and tour guide/bartender Noah were fantastic - they kept everyone entertained and comfortable. Noah was very knowledgeable and funny (he's worth the price of admission - which is very reasonable!). It was a great way to spend a very hot Saturday afternoon on the nice, breezy river. It was such a fun experience that it makes you want to go on the other cruises they offer (Architectural, leisurely Booze Cruise, etc.). We couldn't have been more satisfied - highly recommend!

The narrator spoke too softly. Ask 3 times to turn volume up but it wasn't done. The sightseeing cruise was more like architecture cruise but bad either way. She told nothing about Boston. Just pointed out buildings.

Over the past 3 weeks, I have taken 2 Charles Riverboat Cruises, (the sightseeing & the Architectural tour), and BOTH were absolutely amazing, and the guides on EACH cruise offered outstanding KNOWLEDGEABLE narrations, history and details with a PERSONAL & humorous touch which just notched it UP!!!. The architectural tour was a retired engineer from "Boston-By-Feet" tours which I only heard of last month in Washington DC where I also took a couple of tours.

I cannot say enough about the Charles Riverboat Company and Cecily Cushman. We had a memorial cruise for my father-in-law. It was a three-hour tour into Boston Harbor. It was a beautiful day on the water, the crew was amazingly professional, the bar staff was absolutely wonderful and able to juggle a crowd that had a non-stop line to the bar. Cecily, especially, was so much help in planning the event, and putting up with multiple members of our family inundating her with calls and emails. The boat itself was awesome. Two floors, spotlessly clean, well maintained, and very stable to walk around and mingle. Everything down to the center pieces on the table was perfect. So many people commented how impressed they were with the boat, crew, and trip. This was perfect in EVERY way.

We recently held a staff outing on the Lexington cruising around Boston Harbor and couldn't have asked for a better experience! Staff loved being able to spend time together, chat, and drink. Tables were set up with lovely flowers and perfect for sitting down for lunch. For our group's small size we stayed on the top deck, but it was still great that we had the entire boat to ourselves. Working with Melissa was a breeze. She was attentive to all the questions I had from COVID protocols to accommodating and adding an extra lunch bento a few days before the event due to change in headcount. She was also there on the day of our boat trip to greet me and introduce me to the staff working on board. I would love to work with her and Charles Riverboat Company again in the future!

Hosted my daughter's bridal luncheon on the Lexington, and the crew could not have been more helpful. From the start to the end of planning Melissa was great, and her suggestions were very much appreciated. All of my guests were thrilled to spend a relaxing day cruising Boston harbor. The boat was spotless and decorated when we arrived, which made it easy for me as the host. I highly recommend cruising with this company as a host or as a guest!!

My husbands 80th Birthday Celebration was held on the Henry Longfellow. We were greeted dockside by two very kind and attentive members of the staff. The boat was immaculate, the bathrooms were pristine, the white linen table cloths topped with fresh flowers were lovely. The indoor staff at the bar were gracious, eager to please and very professional while still being warm and inviting. I don't know who did the catering but whatever company it was did a great job! I cannot think of a thing to change or complain about. It was the Perfect setting for a wonderful cruise and an extremely enjoyable afternoon on the Charles!

I've booked the Henry Longfellow two years in a row for a company outing. They graciously come and pick us up at Herter Park in Allston which is close to our office. The crew has always been friendly and the food is delicious! I recommend adding the cornhole--it's a great way to make the ride more engaging. We were able to hook up our own music while aboard. I highly recommend chartering a boat for group outings.

We booked The Valiant for my daughter's Bat Mitzvah and the event was a smash success. About 85 people aboard, from age 8 months to 80 years old and a fantastic time was had by all. The tween and teens danced their hearts out while on the other deck, conversation flowed in the sunshine. 3 hours was the perfect amount of time for the celebration. Long enough for it to really get going, but short enough so no one felt trapped. The boat and all that open air felt safer during Covid times, too, which is important for guests feeling relaxed and safe. I recommend doing boat parties during the day to really take in the view of the city and the surrounding area and enjoy the sunshine on the water. Two bars, one on each deck, meant that everyone who wanted a drink could have one easily, no waits. We had three different kinds of hors d'oeuvres and the rest of the food was food stations (taco bar and some kid friendly options like mac n cheese, flat bread pizza, and fruit salad). Fruit salad kababs were a big hit with the younger people. The one thing I might do differently is put more of the food towards h'ors d'oeuvres and less on the buffet, as the passed bites seemed to be a little more popular and kept people munching in a more party-conducive way. My only real complaint is the sound/speaker for the music blew out a number of times, during pretty peak dance floor moments. The party was so fun that the guests kept it going, but Charles Riverboat should take a few measures to ensure the sound system of its DJs is reliable. If it only happened once, I wouldn't say anything, but it happened a handful of times. In the months of planning, Dayna gave us great customer service all throughout, and was always very responsive. She had a great rapport with my 13-year-old, who wanted to make some choices on her own. Krista was our representative on board during the actual party and she was fantastic too. Super friendly staff working the party.

This was really totally enjoyable. Getting to see beautiful Boston from this vantage point is very special. Noah who was our guide and barman extraordinaire was fabulous. Booking was easy and straightforward. I will definitely do this again. A great way to end a day.

Cecily and the Charles riverboat crew went above and beyond to make our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks party an incredibly special experience for us and our guests. From running to Starbucks for my mom to making sure we both always had food and a drink in our hand, we couldn't have asked for a better team. Definitely a night to remember thanks to all of their crew.

Great choice for a casual, yet nice celebration. We held an afternoon cruise for our daughter and her friends to celebrate their graduation from BU. Captain Sean, bartender Barbara, and coordination/support staff did a great job and made it easy to plan a party long distance. I would definitely recommend.

I had an amazing experience with the Charles Riverboat Company! The staff was so nice and always available to answer my questions. Georgie did a fantastic job with my charter around the Boston Harbor. Highly recommend!!

I took the 90 minute river cruise with my friend. We were walking near the Cambridge Galleria mall and actually stumbled upon the departure pier of this riverboat. The cruise is very basic, but is inexpensive (about $18) and very relaxing and pleasant. You will pass under a few bridges and get great views of the city from the water as well. There is also an informative guide who explains everything you will see.

The team here does an amazing job! From causal cruises to more formal catered affairs I have seen them do it all. The entire staff is so helpful and friendly, from the office team to the captains and boat staff. Dana was especially a standout when it came to helping us get everything booked and organized- she is so helpful and organized the entire process was a breeze, I will miss working with her! Nothing but amazing things to say about this team!

We loved the cruise we took with this group looking at the architectural sights on the Charles River and in the Boston Harbor. We lucked out with perfect weather which added to the pleasure of being out on the water. The narration was interesting (done by someone from Boston On Foot ) and we learned a lot - we used to live in Boston and had no idea about the locks, etc. on the River. The cruise was 90 minutes long and totally worth doing.

Was looking for an activity that my mother, my boyfriend and I would all enjoy. The architectural tour seemed a good candidate. We took it today and all enjoyed it. I had sailed on the Charles, and taken several harbir cruises, but I'd never been thru the lock. Very interesting! Knowlegable guide.

Purchased their sunset cruise on groupon for $24 (?) for two I believe. It was a pretty nice cruise - very chill and a nice way for a tourist to just enjoy the cambridge boston skylines. We didn't get to catch an amazing sunset, but during dusk, i though the skylines and river was extremely beautiful. The photos turned out the best during that time. They didn't do much of an informational tour about Boston except towards the very end, but that was okay - we were just there to enjoy the view and a relaxing evening.

Charles Riverboat Company offers 3 cruises: Charles River Tour - 60 min, $14 Boston Harbor & Locks Tour - 75 min, $16 Sunset Cruise - 75 min, $16 We decided to go with the Boston Harbor & Locks Tour (Boston has locks?!) - a 75 minute tour that is offered only at 10am. Their riverboats are located right outside the food court entrance of the Cambridgeside Galleria. Our tour departed at 10am on the dot in the care of our captain and the tour guide, who was doubling as the snack bar clerk. For snacks, they seemed to carry chips, some beers, and Pepsi products. Two unisex bathrooms were available on either side of the snack bar, and were found to be rather cozy and nice. Along with the cushioned benches built against the back of the boat and at the front, 9 rows of 7 chairs were set out for the convenience of the passengers - plenty for us to choose from since our ride wasn't full. We pulled away from the Galleria, passed the Museum of Science and made our way to the Boston Harbor slowly, as we had to wait for a commuter rail train to pass before a pair of bridges could lift for us to sail under, and for the water to level out in the lock. I have to admit, I didn't pay a whole lot of attention to our tour guide, but you could hear him over the speaker whether you were inside the boat or out in the front, which was nice. And I particularly enjoyed his calling the Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 "The Boston Molass-acre." The openness of the boat enabled a breeze to cool us despite it being a hot day. Definitely a good option for a summer's day - a much better idea than walking the Freedom Trail!

We had an awesome time on our riverboat tour! Our guide, Joey, did a fantastic job of giving us the history of the sites surrounding the Charles River while keeping it interesting and funny! Although I did not order anything, the bar seemed to have a wide variety of drinks available. The captain of the vessel did a great job driving the boat as well. He made us feel very safe on our venture as the Charles river had a high amount of traffic on this particular day. There were multiple instances in which he slowed or stopped the boat to make sure we didn't get too close to kayakers or other boaters. There were a few kids running around the boat that kind of got annoying, but that was more of a result of bad parenting; not much the staff could do about it. I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Boston that wants to learn more about the historical landmarks around the Charles River.

I went on the Charles River tour this afternoon and it was outstanding. This tour runs for about 70 minutes and leaves from the Cambridgeside Galleria and goes to Harvard and back. The atmosphere on the boat was very comfortable and the scenery during the cruise was great. There was a small snack bar where you could purchase cookies, Doritos and various beverages. The guy running the snack bar was also making announcements explaining all of the different landmarks we were passing by and that made me enjoy the cruise ever so much more. He was very informative, had a great sense of humor and really seemed to know a lot about the area. It was a very relaxing boat ride and I would definitely like to do it again before the summer is out. It was well worth the $18 price for the ticket.

My husband and I hosted an engagement party for our daughter and future son in law onboard the Lexington. From the beginning, Cecily was responsive and helpful in creating the vibe we wanted for our celebratory sunset cruise. The staff onboard the Lexington was equally amazing greeting all our guests with a welcome smile. They beautifully displayed extra desserts and decorations I brought onboard, the food was delicious and the drinks flowed easily. The boat was immaculately clean as well. Our guests had a most memorable evening, and I cannot wait to host another event onboard a Charles River Boat!

Great experience through and through. The first mate was very informative and as someone who grew up in Boston really enjoyed seeing Boston/ Cambridge from the Charles. Highly recommend making the journey on this boat ride to learn about the history and enjoy the views. My kids really liked it as well which is always a great bonus.

I would highly recommend the Charles Riverboat Company--Cecily Cushman, if she's available! We threw a surprise birthday party for 50 people on board the Lexington - and Cecily ensured I didn't have to worry about a thing! She coordinated the DJ, gave great advice on the menu, and was always available to answer any questions. The boat itself was clean and fun and allowed for great views of Boston. After the party, several people reached out asking who I worked with - so for them and for anyone reading - I highly recommend Charles Riverboat Company!

This was the perfect tour for us! It wasn't expensive (a little under $19/pp), it wasn't long (90 minutes) and it was very low key. We went on the sunset tour and it was a delight! The staff were super helpful, the cash bar was around for drinks and the crowd was light, so we had a perfect seat/view on the front deck. The boat itself isn't anything fancy, but it gets the job done and has very nice restrooms and a variety of seating options (both sheltered and unsheltered) on both decks. On the sunset tour, you head out to the harbor and see the sunset about halfway into the tour. From there, you turn around and take in a breathtaking view of a glittering Boston skyline on your way back to Rowes Wharf. We would highly recommend this tour and are likely to go again while in Boston!

The Architectural Tour is terrific. The guide Steve is very knowledgeable and interesting. This company is very well run. The boats are immaculate. The staff is very nice. The tour itself was fascinating. Add a beautiful day on the river and in the harbor and you're in heaven.

For our wedding, we opted to have the ceremony and dinner at one location and then hop on board the Lexington for cake, coffee, and some dancing. This was all my husband's idea; I was uncertain, since it was a little different, but it worked out AMAZINGLY! EVERYONE loved it. We walked over to a point near the Cambridgeside Galleria, past the low-hanging bridge and boarded for a nighttime cruise and it was great! I had some songs on a iPod that the captain put on for us, so we were able to dance. And...I GOT TO DRIVE THE BOAT. SO COOL!!! We also had our cakes delivered there and everything worked out great. It was perfect. They set up the cakes for us so we could cut them on the lower deck. The entire crew was so helpful and kind. My family was so excited to see the Zakim Bridge from underneath. It was just great. They are very busy so make sure you book EARLY. We worked with Melissa and she was great. This perfectly capped off an amazing night and could not have gone better.