Explore Boston's streets and rivers aboard a duck bus. Do you want to discover the historic city by land and by water?
Duck Boat Tour Boston
Would you prefer to drive through the centre of Boston or cruise along the Charles River? You can do both in just one mode of transport with this duck boat tour, where you'll encounter the most symbolic landmarks around the city. The earliest amphibious vehicles originated in 1770 when they were first dreamt up by Prince Raimondo di Sangro of Sansevero.
While on board the duck boat, we'll admire the most significant sites around the capital of Massachusetts such as Boston Library, Longfellow Bridge, the MIT building or the popular Theatre District.
For an hour and 20 minutes, the English speaking guide will tell you about the city's history and intriguing facts along the route. There will also be audioguides in other languages available.
Departure points & itinerary
You can board the duck boat tour at any of the following stops around Boston:
- Museum of Science: wheelchair accessible and audioguide in other languages.
- New England Aquarium: not wheelchair accessible and no audioguide.
- Prudential Center: wheelchair accessible and audioguide in other languages.
The route is different depending on whether you depart from the New England Aquarium or from the Science Museum and Prudential Tower. Below there is a map of the three meeting points and two duck boat routes:
Timetable
The duck boat tour circulates every 30 minutes from 9 am onwards. The last departure depends on the date:
- From 21 March to 18 April: 6 pm.
- From 19 April to 15 May: 6:30 pm.
- From 16 May to 5 August: 7 pm.
- From 6 August to 25 August: 6:30 pm.
- From 26 August to 12 September: 6 pm.
- From 13 September to 29 September: 3:30 pm.
- From 30 September to 16 October: 3 pm.
- From 17 October to 31 October: 4:30 pm.
- From 1 November to 7 November: 3:30 pm.
- From 8 November to 25 November: 3 pm.
Price
More Information
Duration
1 hour 20 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
80 minute tour on board a duck boat
English–speaking guide
Audioguide in other languages
When to book?
You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us .
