Swan Boats

Boston, MA

Guests ride on pedal-powered swan boats that hold about 20 passengers and travel a quarter mile around the Public Garden lagoon. The boats are unique, hand-built, and maintained by a family-operated business with a history dating back to the 1870s. The ride lasts between 10-15 minutes and operates seasonally from April to September, weather permitting.

Duration: 10 to 15 min

Menu

• Group Child Ticket Weekday Rate10 to 15 minutes$2.75
• Child Ticket10 to 15 minutes$3.25
• Senior Ticket10 to 15 minutes$4.25
• Group Ride Weekday Rate10 to 15 minutes$4.25
• General Swan Boat Ride10 to 15 minutes$4.75

Hours

• Open Daily: 10:00am - 4:00pm
• April 18 through June 20: Open Daily 10:00am – 4:00pm
• June 21 through September 7: Open Daily 10:00am – 5:00pm

What's included

• Boat ride with operator
• Staff assistance for wheelchair boarding

Requirements

• Minimum group size 10-12 passengers for safe operation
• Children age 2-15 years qualify for child ticket
• Seniors age 65+ qualify for senior ticket
• Non-motorized wheelchairs may be accommodated with staff approval