Cruise Providence’s waterways with stories from Providence Ghost Tours
50 Minutes
Up to 18 people
Boat cruise, Guided ghost stories
Climb aboard an open-air boat and hear narrated ghost stories as you cruise through downtown Providence. Join captains and guides from Providence Ghost Tours for tales of the city’s long-lingering residents.
This tour is suggested for ages 10+, and every passenger (including infants) needs a paid reservation. Boats are not wheelchair accessible, and you must be able to stand and step over the side rail to board. Beer, wine, hard seltzers, and other alcoholic beverages are sold at The Landing to bring aboard; bring your own drinks are not permitted.
All tour reservations are non-refundable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to inclement weather.
No. Bring your own drinks are not permitted. You can buy beer, wine, hard seltzers, and other alcoholic beverages at The Landing to bring aboard.
No. There are no bathrooms on the vessels. Arrive at least 20 minutes early if you need to use the restroom inside The Landing before boarding.
This narrated tour is suggested for ages 10+. All passengers, including infants and children, need a paid reservation to board.
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