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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours

By Providence River Boat Co.
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$66 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 50m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Learn about our rich history, architecture, and landmarks from our expert guides
  • The perfect way to discover Providence from a unique vantage point!
  • Voted as Best Local Tour - Statewide by Best of Rhode Island for many years

Activity location

    • Providence
    • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 101 Dyer St, Providence, RI 02903, USA | We are located inside The Landing at 101 Dyer Street, Providence, RI 02903. The Landing is located at the corner of Dyer and Pine Streets in downtown Providence, next door to Capriccio Restaurant.
    • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

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City Sights by Sea: Historic Narrated Boat Tours
  • Activity duration is 50 minutes50m
    50m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$65.72 x 1 AdultAU$65.72
Total
Price is AU$65.72
Until Fri, 8 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Enjoy a 50-minute narrated tour of the Providence waterways.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Baby buggies, Electric wheelchairs, Pets, Smoking, Vaping
  • Not suitable for: Children under 3 years, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Celebrate Providence’s past as we launch our 35th season of tours in 2026!

️ A Narrated Journey Through the City’s Past
Glide along the Providence River as our guides bring the city’s history to life — the triumphs, the quirks, the scandals, and the stories that shaped Rhode Island’s capital. From colonial characters to architectural showstoppers, every bend in the river reveals another chapter of Providence’s colourful past.
History Told From the Best Seat in Town
Seeing Providence from the water feels like stepping into a living time capsule. Landmarks you’ve passed a hundred times suddenly take on new meaning when viewed from the river that helped build the city itself.
A Local Tradition with 35 Years of Stories
For more than three decades, our award‑winning tours have been the go‑to way to explore Providence — whether you’re a lifelong local or a curious visitor. This anniversary season is the perfect moment to rediscover the city with fresh eyes and a little extra sparkle.
Plan Ahead for a Spot on Board
Our tours fill quickly, especially on weekends. Booking in advance ensures you’ll be part of the celebration — and part of Providence history in the making! Tours run daily from 11am to 7pm, weather permitting.

⭐ Voted as Best Local Tour - Statewide by Best of Rhode Island
⭐ Voted as Best City Tour by Yankee Magazine
⭐ Recognised as Member of the Year by GoProvidence.com
⭐ Received the Mary J. Brennan Tourism Award by the RI Hospitality Association

Location

Activity location

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    • Providence
    • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 101 Dyer St, Providence, RI 02903, USA | We are located inside The Landing at 101 Dyer Street, Providence, RI 02903. The Landing is located at the corner of Dyer and Pine Streets in downtown Providence, next door to Capriccio Restaurant.
    • Providence, Rhode Island, United States