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
This river tour operation consistently delivers memorable experiences thanks to engaging, knowledgeable guides who excel at storytelling. Captain Bob, Kelly, and Peter get frequent shoutouts for their entertaining mix of humor, local history, and theatrical flair. The haunted boat tour seems particularly popular, with guides bringing ghost stories to life while the sun sets over Providence. Guests appreciate learning about the city's history and hidden stories, including a specialized shipwreck tour that takes advantage of ideal tides to showcase 29 wrecks along the Green Jacket Shoal. The check-in spot at The Landing adds to the experience with a cafe offering snacks, drinks, and ice cream, perfect for enjoying before or after your cruise. Most reviewers found the staff accommodating when changes were needed. One guest struggled with communication when trying to arrange a private cruise, experiencing some back-and-forth and delays. However, the overwhelming majority rave about their experiences. Pro tip: bring a jacket since it can get chilly on the water, even during warmer months.
I booked the reservations very last minute within about an hour of the last evening ride via online I was very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and would absolutely recommend this to anyone who was looking for a great value and fun laidback sail the guide was very knowledgeable and answers lots of questions about the city the we had asked great experience and I would highly recommend this to anyone.
Steve Lubitz
March 25, 2026
I booked the reservations very last minute within about an hour of the last evening ride via online I was very pleased with the professionalism of the staff and would absolutely recommend this to anyone who was looking for a great value and fun laidback sail the guide was very knowledgeable and answers lots of questions about the city the we had asked great experience and I would highly recommend this to anyone.
Steve Lubitz
March 25, 2026