To Do Today: Boston Duck Tours
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To Do Today: Boston Duck Tours
Take a historic tour of Boston, and end by splashing into the Charles
What?
Boston Duck Tours, a guided tour of Boston by land—and water.
When?
Daily, excluding holidays, with tours departing hourly from three locations (more info below). Times vary based on date and location: the first tour of the day can be as early as 9 am, with the last tour departing no later than 6:30 pm. Tours are 80 minutes long. See the full schedule here when you buy tickets.
Where?
Tours depart from three places:
1. In front of the New England Aquarium at Central Wharf, Boston. Take the MBTA Blue Line from Government Center to Aquarium.
2. The Museum of Science, One Science Park, Boston. Take the MBTA Green Line D train to Science Park/West End.
3. By the Prudential Center, at 53 Huntington Ave. Take an MBTA Green Line trolley to Copley and walk a short distance.
How Much?
Tickets are $52.99 for adults, $43.99 for seniors and active military personnel, $37.99 for children ages 3-11, and 10.99 for children under 3. These prices do not include fees. Purchase tickets here.
Why Should I Go?
If you’ve ever walked the streets of downtown Boston you’ve surely seen the “Duck,” a World War II–inspired boat-bus hybrid, or “amphibious landing vehicle,” cruising the streets, packed with waving tourists. But Duck Tours aren’t only for out-of-town visitors, and summer is the perfect time to enjoy a light-hearted, yet educational tour of Boston, narrated by an expert conDUCKtor. Sail through the city’s most aesthetic neighborhoods, from bustling Back Bay to the historic North End, and enjoy a deep dive into Boston’s rich history. Hear about Trinity Church, the Granary Burying Ground, and the State House. For the grand finale, prepare for the “Big Splash,” as the Duck rolls into the Charles River, and take in the gorgeous views of the city skyline.
Though tours depart from three different locations, we recommend starting your tour at the New England Aquarium, on the historic Central Wharf pier, which features some of Boston’s best shopping and dining. Make a day of it and head to the aquarium with your family, where you can enjoy discounted admission, a 10 percent discount at the Aquarium gift shop, and more, with the purchase of a Duck Tour ticket. For those who haven’t been, the Aquarium has more than 10 exhibitions, a four-story ocean tank, and the largest shark and ray touch tank on the East Coast. It’s worth a visit.
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