City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston
Overview
Make the most of your time in Boston or Salem, Massachusetts with this high-speed ferry service. Travel in speed and style aboard a comfortable catamaran with your ticket, letting you visit two of Massachusetts’ most famous and historic stops. This swift boat ride is the best and fastest way to get you where you want to go!
What's Included
- Skip the summer and Halloween traffic with this leisurely sail to Salem, MA
- Explore historic Salem, from museums and shops to fine dining and culture, this historic port town has enough to beguile—and bewitch—the entire family.
- Boston to Salem aboard High-Speed Catamaran
- See the stunning views of the Boston Skyline during your sail
- Food & beverage (available for purchase on board)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Why settle for one great Massachusetts-city when you can experience two? Take the high-speed ferry between Salem and Boston to experience two of the state’s most historic cities. Admire rich landscapes dotted with beautiful homes, fishing boats, and lighthouses as you’re whisked away to Salem or Boston, depending on your departure location. With twin diesel engines that propel you at a top speed of 33 knots, you’ll arrive at your destination in under an hour.
This 149-passenger vessel features a comfortable indoor-lounge and outdoor lower and upper decks, where you can admire picturesque views and feel the refreshing wind on your face.
The on-board galley offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items such as sandwiches, snacks, hot dogs and pretzels, as well as beverages such as coffee, sodas, juice, sports drinks, beer, wine and top-shelf cocktails. Three restrooms are available for your convenience.
Once in Salem, you'll be in walking distance to some of the city's best attractions such as the House of Seven Gables and the Peabody Essex Museum.
In Boston, it's an easy stride from the dock to the New England Aquarium, the Old North Church, Quincy Market and much more.
For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
- For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.
- Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 149 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston?
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Activity code: C-3283SALEM
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Skip the summer and Halloween traffic with this leisurely sail to Salem, MA.
- Explore historic Salem, from museums and shops to fine dining and culture, this historic port town has enough to beguile—and bewitch—the entire family.
- Boston to Salem aboard High-Speed Catamaran.
- See the stunning views of the Boston Skyline during your sail.
- Food & beverage (available for purchase on board).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for City Cruises Salem High Speed Ferry to/from Boston will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Skip the summer and Halloween traffic with this leisurely sail to Salem, MA
- Explore historic Salem, from museums and shops to fine dining and culture, this historic port town has enough to beguile—and bewitch—the entire family.
- Boston to Salem aboard High-Speed Catamaran
- See the stunning views of the Boston Skyline during your sail
- Food & beverage (available for purchase on board)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The boat is wheelchair accessible, however the restrooms are not wheelchair accessible
- For Round Trip, you will need to purchase two separate one way tickets - one departing from Boston and one departing from Salem.
- Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 149 travelers
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