Celebrate Father’s Day on a 50-minute narrated Providence River cruise
50 Minutes
Up to 18 people
Narrated river cruise
Explore the Providence River on a 50-minute narrated boat tour with city views and storytelling from your Captain. It’s a relaxed way to spend time together in downtown Providence.
Boats are not wheelchair accessible and you must be able to step over the side rail to board. There is no bathroom on the boat, and only service animals are allowed. Children under 13 must wear a USCG-approved personal flotation device while underway.
All reservations are non-refundable. Reschedules are allowed only with 72 hours advance notice and are subject to availability. Weather cancellations are decided by management; if they cancel due to inclement weather, you may reschedule or receive a full refund.
Product ID: QC2TE6
Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The boat leaves exactly on time and can’t wait for late passengers. If you don’t arrive 15 minutes early, your seats may be offered to stand-by patrons and you forfeit your paid reservation.
No. Use the restroom inside The Landing before boarding; arrive at least 20 minutes early if you’ll need time.
You can bring a beverage or ice cream from The Landing to enjoy during your tour. The Landing also sells beer, wine, hard seltzers, and other alcoholic beverages you can bring aboard. Bringing your own drinks is not permitted.
101 Dyer St. Providence, RI US 02903
Providence's riverboat tours have built a loyal following, and it's easy to see why. Captains like Tom and Bob bring genuine knowledge and personality to every cruise, weaving city history, local lore, and humor into tours that even longtime Providence residents find rewarding. The Haunted Boat Tour is a standout, with storyteller Kelly earning repeated praise for her theatrical, engaging style. The lineup goes well beyond ghost stories, with mimosa cruises, scenic evening rides, and more rounding out the calendar. Last-minute bookings have worked smoothly for some guests, and the check-in area includes a small cafe and snacks to get you settled before departure. A note worth mentioning: at least one visitor found communication around private cruise inquiries slow and frustrating, so if you're planning something custom, build in extra lead time. Overall, the vibe is relaxed, fun, and genuinely informative. Guides are consistently called out for making people feel welcome and engaged, whether they're visitors or locals who thought they already knew the city.
We enjoyed the architectural cruise so much. It was informative and interesting and we learned a lot while having a lovely evening on the river. I feel like we know Providence a little better. Definitely recommend this cruise.
Max Siegler
August 28, 2026
We enjoyed the architectural cruise so much. It was informative and interesting and we learned a lot while having a lovely evening on the river. I feel like we know Providence a little better. Definitely recommend this cruise.
Max Siegler
August 28, 2026
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