See Providence's WaterFire from the river after dark
30–50 mins
Up to 18 people
WaterFire cruise, onboard music
See WaterFire's burning braziers from an open-air boat on the Providence River. Music fills the ride, with no captain narration during WaterFire.
Nonrefundable. Reschedule with at least 72 hours' notice, subject to availability. Cancellations within 72 hours, late arrivals, and no-shows cannot be refunded or rescheduled. WaterFire runs rain or shine if fires are lit. If severe weather forces operator cancellation, reschedule subject to availability or receive a full refund.
Product ID: FQF9BD
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.
The Landing, 101 Dyer St., Providence, RI 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.
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