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    Providence Haunted Boat Tour

    Cruise Providence after dark with tales of its lingering spirits

    4.8 stars• 421 reviews

    Duration

    50 minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 18 people

    Includes

    Boat cruise, narrated ghost tour

    Highlights

    Explore Providence's downtown waterways after dark as guides from Providence Ghost Tours share stories of the city's departed residents. Cruise aboard an open-air boat past historic bridges, paths and parks.

    • Cruise through downtown Providence's waterways after dark
    • Hear tales of local literary figures and other departed residents
    • Pass beneath bridges alongside cobblestone paths and historic parks
    • Listen to narration from Providence Ghost Tours guides
    • Take in historic downtown architecture from an open-air boat

    Important details

    • Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure for check-in
    • Tickets are required for every passenger, including infants
    • Expect this narrated tour to be most appropriate for ages 10+
    • Only trained service animals are permitted aboard
    • Refrain from smoking or vaping aboard
    • Plan ahead: no bathrooms are available aboard
    • Wheelchair access is unavailable; boarding requires standing and stepping over the vessel's side rail
    • Children under 13 must wear a United States Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device while underway
    • Expect tours to operate in light rain and other moderate weather; departures may be delayed by passing weather
    • A credit card processing fee applies in addition to the listed price; the amount is not specified

    Cancellation Policy

    Reservations are non-refundable. Reschedule with at least 72 hours' notice, subject to availability. Late arrivals, no-shows, and cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable and non-reschedulable. The operator may cancel or reschedule tours with fewer than 4 passengers booked. Reschedule or receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.

    Product ID: JV4W26

    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    The Landing, 101 Dyer Street, Providence, RI 02903

    Experience provided by Providence River Boat Company

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    Ghost Tour Adult

    $37.84

    Ages 12-64

    0

    Ghost Tour Child

    $32.44

    Under 12 (All passengers, including infants, must have a ticket)

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
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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 5
    5/5

    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.

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    Max Siegler

    August 28, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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.

    Photo of Max Siegler

    Max Siegler

    August 28, 2026

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