Boston Harbor Islands Ferry
The Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is the largest recreation area in metro Boston, with an ocean of things to see, do, and discover. From yoga on the beach to hiking. Kayaking to camping. Summer jazz to Civil War era forts. There’s something for everyone—and it’s all just minutes away.
Please be advised that concessions on the islands are limited for the 2025 season. Food and beverages can be purchased on the ferry and carried onto the islands. Please remember that the islands are a carry-off what you carried on the facility and we ask that you take any trash with you when you leave.
IMPORTANT NOTE: visitors to Spectacle and Georges should purchase a One-way ticket, choosing the desired departure time from Long Wharf North in Boston; no separate round-trip ticket is necessary. Simply use your original ticket to board any of the return trips from the Islands back to Long Wharf. Please note that this is a DIRECT ferry service and there is no interisland ferry service.
Keep in Mind
Weather conditions can change rapidly so dress in layers. And, we recommend comfortable shoes for walking.
Starting at
$5
Starting at
$5
Enjoy your visit with:
- Choose from a Georges or Spectacle Island destination. (For Peddocks Island information Click Here.)
- On Georges, you can explore Civil-War-era Fort Warren, enjoy a picnic, take a ranger-guided tour, or stop by the visitor center to delve into history — and be sure to ask about the legend of the Lady in Black!
- On Spectacle, you can take in the breathtaking, panoramic views of Boston Harbor, relax on the beach, enjoy a day of hiking, and much more
How to get there?
Boston
Massachusetts
United States
Long Wharf - North
1 Long Wharf
Boston, MA
Additional Information
2026 Peak Season Schedule
For our most up-to-date schedules please search by date on the calendar above, schedule is subject to change.
**4:00pm is EMPTY vessel for last pick-ups of the day
Spectacle IslandDEPART LWARRIVE SIDEPART SIARRIVE LW10:30am11:00am11:30am12:00pm12:30pm1:00pm1:30pm2:00pm2:30pm3:00pm 3:30pm4:00pm**4:30pm5:00pm5:30pm6:00pm**4:30pm is EMPTY vessel for last pick-ups of the day
Programming and events are offered on the Islands throughout the season. View Calendar here.