Go Boston Pass: Things to do, Kids Activities, Fenway Park, Cruises, Museum of Science, Foxwoods, New England Aquarium, and Whale Watching
Featured on Discovery Channel and in National Geographic, boat tours offer the chance to spot whales and also seals and dolphins
Guaranteed Sightings! 7 Seas Whale Watch is located in the heart of historic downtown Gloucester, MA and in one of the busiest parts of Gloucester harbor. As soon as you board the Privateer you will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of Gloucester’s working waterfront. You may see fishing boats unloading fish, lobster men baiting and setting their traps, and perhaps even some of our indigenous wildlife such as Harbor seals, Gray seals, and various species of birds. The tour begins with a harbor tour of Gloucester Harbor starting with Cape Pond Ice (which most of you have seen on Wicked Tuna and ends at the Dog Bar Breakwater. A typical trip is anywhere from 3-4 hours but may be extended if the whales move further out for feed. The Privateer IV was built for 300 passengers but we only book to 150 to ensure the comfort and safety of our passengers and is equipped with restrooms, and on-board food Galley and bar.
Passengers head out to sea aboard a custom whale-watching craft to observe the majestic mammals, aided by an onboard naturalist
Participants get the opportunity embark on a unique sightseeing adventure to watch whales in their natural habitat
Fishing parties spend a full day on the ocean catching fish with provided rods and bait
Discover Cape Ann with a self-guided audio tour along the scenic waterfront! Enjoy the vistas, beaches, and natural beauty of this quintessential New England coastline at your own pace. Visit the famous Fisherman's Memorial, beautiful Beauport, and the scenic Harborwalk, all while diving into the stories of Massachusetts of days past with this self-guided driving tour.
Recommended: purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!
Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone, enter the password, and download the tour. When you arrive, go to the Gloucester Visitor Center, launch the app, and follow the instructions! Stick to our recommended route and speed limit for the best experience.
This is not a ticket to attractions along the route. Check COVID rules and opening hours before your visit.
No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever!
On sunset cruises, passengers watch the evening overtake Boston’s skyline and get a glimpse of the historic USS Constitution
Enjoy this 1.5 hour cruise around Boston Harbor on classic 1920s-style Yacht Northern Lights, which is 115-feet in length, features 6 bathrooms and provides comfortable seating through the boat. Some notable sites include great views of Boston's skyline, Old North Church, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Cassin Young, and the USS Constitution along with Boston's Harbor Islands. Bring your camera! Grab a beverage from the bar (available for purchase by credit card) and relax in the climate controlled main observation cabin or from the open top deck. Small bites available for purchase onboard as well.
The Boston Tea Party comes to life with immersive exhibits, tea-ship replicas, and one of the original tea chests from December 16, 1773
Children can do scavenger hunts, stamp games and stamp arts and crafts. Kids take home free stamps
Guests can learn about the prolific Forbes family, view collections of Civil War memorabilia and 19th-century Chinese exports, and more
Tour the weather observatory, the home of the oldest climate record in the country, and see historical weather instruments still used today
Patrons can disconnect from an everyday life and enter a tropical world of animals including chickens, fish, reptiles, or small mammals
Use your membership to visit the Museum grounds and library, and get discounts on gifts and special programming
For a limited time, travel through Larger-Than-Life Hot Wheels Monster trucks, legendary cars and more at the Hot Wheels Ultimate Drive-Thru
Learn about the history of Manchester, New Hampshire, formerly the home of the world’s largest textile company
Children can discover American history through hands-on experiences and exciting interactive play, including crafts and stories
Kids and adults can explore the history of the area and learn of its very beginning and changes that have taken place for hundreds of years
Visitors can admire artifacts such as cars, motorcycles, trophies, helmets, engines and vintage racing attire, as well as visit the library
Chart the history of the telephone from the moment of its invention through the smart phone-era of today
Tour of 1876 New England Church featuring a Steampunk gallery and workshop
Exhibits explore the personal and political lives of John F. Kennedy, America’s 35th President
Guests can learn about vintage sports cars while exploring a collection of over 50 vehicles, including TVRs, Datsuns, and Jaguars
Guests can wander over nature trails and explore the gardens of this estate that offers a respite from the busy outside world
Visitors get a glimpse of farm life and enjoy scenic views and nature in a family-friendly atmosphere
During a guided tour visitors explore woods and hills of the White Mountain National Forest while riding on snowmobiles
Visitors can explore woods and hills of the White Mountain National Forest and admire the winter landscape during a guided snowmobile tour
Visitors learn about the events of September 11, 2001, the unprecedented rescue and recovery operations, the aftermath, and the rebuilding
Located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, the museum displays original works by Frank Frazetta and his personal collections