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    Cruise WaterFire by Boat in Providence

    Ride an open-air boat through Providence WaterFire

    4.8 stars• 399 reviews
    From$48/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    30-50 Minutes, depending on the time you book & the type of lighting

    Ideal For

    Up to 18 people

    Includes

    WaterFire boat ride

    Highlights

    Explore WaterFire from the river on an open-air boat ride with music in the background. Board from downtown Providence and cruise away from the crowded walkways.

    • Glide past WaterFire braziers and city lights from the water
    • Ride in an open-air vessel with no captain narration during WaterFire
    • Check in at The Landing at 101 Dyer Street in downtown Providence
    • Arrive at least 15 minutes early since boats depart exactly as scheduled
    • Bring drinks onboard purchased at The Landing since bring your own drinks is not permitted
    • Plan ahead for heavy traffic and parking on WaterFire nights

    Things to know

    All passengers, including infants and children, need a paid reservation to board. The boat is not wheelchair accessible and you must be able to stand and step over the side rail to board. There is no bathroom onboard.

    Cancellation Policy

    WaterFire reservations are non-refundable. Rescheduling is allowed with 72 hours advance notice only (subject to availability). Cancellations inside 72 hours, late arrivals, and no-shows are non-refundable and non-reschedulable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to severe weather.

    FAQs

    No. Due to the music played during WaterFire, the captains do not provide narration on these rides.

    Bring beverages you buy at The Landing with you onboard. The Landing sells beer, wine, hard seltzers, and other alcoholic beverages. Bringing your own drinks is not permitted.

    No. There are no bathrooms on the vessels. If you need to use the restroom before boarding, arrive at least 20 minutes early to use the bathroom inside The Landing.

    Meeting details

    101 Dyer St. Providence, RI US 02903

    Experience provided by Providence River Boat Company
    Experience provided by Providence River Boat Company

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    WaterFire Ticket

    $48.65

    All passengers, regardless of age, must have a ticket

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    399 reviews•Google Maps
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    We booked a private charter for our staff party and couldn't have been happier. It rained during our tour but Captain Tom was awesome and parked us under a bridge so we could eat our lunch without the food getting soaked. He also had a great playlist that kept the party moving and our spirits up. It stopped raining before the tour was over and there was a great rainbow over the city. A magical way to end things. We all had so much fun. Highly recommend.

    Photo of Corinne Kelly

    Corinne Kelly

    July 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We booked a private charter for our staff party and couldn't have been happier. It rained during our tour but Captain Tom was awesome and parked us under a bridge so we could eat our lunch without the food getting soaked. He also had a great playlist that kept the party moving and our spirits up. It stopped raining before the tour was over and there was a great rainbow over the city. A magical way to end things. We all had so much fun. Highly recommend.

    Photo of Corinne Kelly

    Corinne Kelly

    July 3, 2026

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