Ride an open-air boat through Providence WaterFire
30-50 Minutes, depending on the time you book & the type of lighting
Up to 18 people
WaterFire boat ride
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I lived in Providence for over twenty years and have taken various cruises with Providence River Boat Company always learning something new about my city each time. All of the captains are professional and make the boat ride fun and interesting. I can’t say enough good things about this tour company. Excellent girls excursion with appetizers and wine too!
Kathy
May 4, 2026
I lived in Providence for over twenty years and have taken various cruises with Providence River Boat Company always learning something new about my city each time. All of the captains are professional and make the boat ride fun and interesting. I can’t say enough good things about this tour company. Excellent girls excursion with appetizers and wine too!
Kathy
May 4, 2026