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Boston Harbor Mini Speed Boats, Inc.

East India Row, India Wharf Marina, Boston, MA 02110
617-725-0900
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Ranked #6 of 120 activities in Boston
Owner description: Captain your own mini speedboat as you navigate Boston Harbor while following our knowledgeable instructor. During your excursion you’ll pass many... more » Owner description: Captain your own mini speedboat as you navigate Boston Harbor while following our knowledgeable instructor. During your excursion you’ll pass many historical sites such as; the Tea Party Ship and Museum, USS Constitution, Nantucket Light Ship, JFK Library, Fort Independence and many more harbor sites. The adventure starts out nice and slow, this will give you time to get familiar with the boat and its operation. Once we pass the no wake zone, it’s time to pick up the speed and have some FUN as we navigate our way to JFK library, Fort Independence and pass many small islands. On the return, we’ll once again enter the no wake zone and view the Nantucket Light Ship, USS Constitution, Charlestown Navy Yard and Boston’s iconic Zakim Bridge. It’s the most unique way to see Boston…it’s PURE FUN! Bring your camera and cherish the memories. We have a limited number of boats for each adventure, don’t miss out…reserve your boat soon. « less
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Beverly, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2012

My husband and I have lived in the Boston area for 15 years; we recently heard about the mini-speed boats and decided to give it a try. Its AWESOME ! If you are looking for an unconventional way to see some historical sites ( Tea Party Museum, USS Constitution, JFK Library) or just a few hours out on the water,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

My son and I were in Boston for 24 hours. Crammed as much as we could in to our brief stay. Spending an hour and a half on the water was really fun. He wasn't old enough to drive (12) but had a blast none the less. For the size of the boat I can't imagine wanting to go any... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2012

Fantastic day out with my kids. The best way to see Boston from the Harbor, learn about the history, see the sights and have a whole load of fun. You get to drive your own boat and as fast as you dare once you're out of the restricted speed area in the outer Harbor. The kids (ages 7, 7 &... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012

The mini speed boats are great....a great way to see some sights that you don't or can't see as well from land. It is also pure fun! Highly recommended, but try to go on a good weather day. I have gone twice this summer and one tour was caught short due to fog. They want to keep you safe -... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012 via mobile

My husband and I did this tour on a Friday morning, and it was fantastic! Matt did a great job. I got a tad wet on my face but nothing major. I got some sun too; I should have worn sunscreen. Matt took time for me to snap some photos while out on the water. The boat is a speedboat,... More

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Indiana, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

These are real mini 30 HP speedboats that are easy & fun to drive. Jason was our guide ( who is the best guide!), we followed him and listened by walkie talkie to his guided tour of the Harbor. Once out of the No Wake Area, you can let the boats rip as fas as you can go, maybe 20... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

This Boston adventure will not disappoint. These mini boats can cruise and provide for a sweet adrenaline rush should you want it. I went with a group from work one beautiful afternoon and everyone loved it.

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Mae Faek
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

This was a fantastic way to spend a few hours, especially on a bright, sunny day. A great zip around the harbor - gives you a different perspective on the city. I liked the slower part better, around the harbor in the "no-wake" zone. But the faster part was fun too - I think young people would like that part... More

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Westwood, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

Took my 15 year-old son on the boats on Saturday, Sept 1st. The tour of the inner harbor was relaxed and interesting and provided a unique perspective on some well known city landmarks. However, once we cleared the inner harbor and were permitted to throttle up, the experience changed dramatically. The combination of high swells and a small, fast-moving boat... More

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Turin, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

What an incredibly fun thing to do on a otherwise sleepy Labor Day week-end. These tiny yellow boats are FAST ! The groups are relatively small and lead by a fun, easy going guide (our was Jerry, he was great ). You get to see Boston and the Harbor first, at an 'easy' pace and then it's time for racing... More

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