Two children and a group of adults walk down a gangplank from Long Wharf.

Free Ferry Day

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Special Event
  • May 20, 2023 at 8:00 AM
  • Free

Celebrate Boston Harbor Islands opening day with a FREE trip to Spectacle or Georges Island!

Explore historic Fort Warren on Georges Island or walk Spectacle Island’s beaches and winding trails. Catch the ferry to either island right from downtown Boston’s Long Wharf North… for free!

Enjoy arts, music, and kids’ activities all morning near the Ferry Center at Long Wharf North.

Getting Tickets:

  • Tickets are first come, first served, and can be picked up at the Boston Harbor City Cruises Ferry Center at Long Wharf North  beginning at 8:00am. No advance reservations. Arrive early, as this event will sell out fast!
  • This event cannot accommodate groups – 5 tickets allowed per adult

Ferry Schedule: Ferries depart from Gate 5 . Ticketed passengers should plan to be in line at least 15 minutes before their ferry departure time.

Boston to Georges Island:

10:00AM
12:00PM
2:00PM

Boston to Spectacle Island:

10:30AM
12:30PM
2:30PM

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Georges Island & Spectacle Island

Schedule

Date:

May 20, 2023

Time:

8:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours and 30 minutes

Ferry Times to Georges Island: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM Ferry Times to Spectacle Island: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM

Event Type

  • Boat Cruise
Tags: boston harbor islands national and state park, boston national historical park, boston african american national historic site