Perfect. Boarding started on time and in a very professional manner. Excellent dinner, very friendly staff, and a great DJ.
Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise
from $90 per person, live price on the listing
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- Duration
- 2-3 hours
- Meeting point
- Commonwealth Pier, Seaport, Boston
- Cancellation
- Reschedule or refund up to 2 hours before boarding (Ticket Assurance policy on the listing).
- Included
- All-you-can-eat buffet dinner
- Season
- Year-round
- Run by
- City Cruises Boston
Buffet dinner cruise on the Spirit of Boston, a City Cruises Boston vessel. Live DJ, dancing and harbor views along the 2 to 3 hour trip. Casual dress.
Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise at a glance
| Meal format | All-you-can-eat buffet dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2-3 hours |
| Departure pier | Commonwealth Pier, Seaport, Boston Commonwealth Pier, Seaport District, Boston, MA. The Seaport Hotel garage (1 Seaport Ln, Boston, MA 02210) sits next to the pier. |
| Boarding window | 30 minutes before departure Monday to Thursday: board 5:30pm, cruise 6:00pm to 8:30pm; Friday and Saturday: board 6:30pm, cruise 7:00pm to 9:30pm; Sunday: board 4:30pm, cruise 5:00pm to 7:30pm |
| Season | Year-round |
| Dress code | Casual: khakis, nice jeans, dresses, button-ups |
| Cancellation | Reschedule or refund up to 2 hours before boarding (Ticket Assurance policy on the listing). |
| Weather | Sails rain or shine. In severe weather, or on direction of the U.S. Coast Guard, the vessel stays dockside and the full dinner service still runs. Operator-cancelled sailings get a reschedule, a non-expiring gift card, or a full refund. |
| From price | $90 per person, live price on the listing Second listing: price varies by date |
| Run by | City Cruises Boston |
What the evening includes
- All-you-can-eat buffet dinner
- Live DJ and a dance floor
- Open-air deck with 360-degree harbor views
- Casual dress: khakis, nice jeans, dresses, button-ups
Boarding at Commonwealth Pier sets the tone for the night: harbor light on the water, music already playing, and a table waiting inside. The all-you-can-eat buffet runs through the evening, so nobody at the table has to choose between seconds and the view. Once plates are cleared the DJ takes over, the dance floor fills, and the open-air decks call whenever the skyline deserves another look. Smart casual is the dress request, nothing stricter. The full sailing runs two to three hours.
Boarding, parking and getting there
- Pier
- Commonwealth Pier, Seaport, Boston (Commonwealth Pier, Seaport District, Boston, MA. The Seaport Hotel garage (1 Seaport Ln, Boston, MA 02210) sits next to the pier.)
- Boarding
- Board 30 minutes before departure. The vessel departs promptly at the scheduled time; there is no compensation for late arrival or no-shows.
- Times
- Monday to Thursday: board 5:30pm, cruise 6:00pm to 8:30pm; Friday and Saturday: board 6:30pm, cruise 7:00pm to 9:30pm; Sunday: board 4:30pm, cruise 5:00pm to 7:30pm
- Parking
- No operator-owned lot. Discounted weekday parking at the Seaport Hotel garage (1 Seaport Ln); weekend rates are the garage's posted rates.
- Accessibility
- The operator has accessible vessels in its fleet, but not every vessel or deck is accessible; it asks guests to confirm directly before booking.
The Spirit of Boston sails from Commonwealth Pier in the Seaport. Boarding opens half an hour before departure, and the ship leaves on time, so aim for the start of that window rather than the end of it. For drivers, the operator names the Seaport Hotel garage as the parking option, a short walk from the pier. Anyone arriving by ride share or taxi gets dropped right at the waterfront, which makes the timing question easier on a weeknight.
Garage rates, transit lines and the late-arrival rule for both piers: Boston Harbor cruise parking and boarding guide.
Traveler reviews of the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise
Great fun, excellent food and drinks! Great music and dancing as well!
Food was good. Music was nice. A nice atmosphere on the dance floor and the views of Boston Harbor.
This was fabulous trip. Food was tasty and plenty for all. We were on board while the World Cup was in Boston. Group of Scottish foot ball fans on board were such fun and the DJ had Scottish music which welcomed them. The waitress and crew so welcoming and friendly.
it was a lot of fun the food was great and our service was excellent
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Which cruise fits you: buffet or plated?
| Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise | Odyssey Dinner Cruise | |
|---|---|---|
| Meal | All-you-can-eat buffet dinner | 3-course plated dinner |
| Mood | Live DJ and dancing | Quieter, conversation-first |
| Dress code | Casual: khakis, nice jeans, dresses, button-ups | Smart-casual to cocktail: collared shirts, jackets, dresses |
| Duration | 2-3 hours | 2 hours |
| Departs from | Commonwealth Pier, Seaport, Boston | Rowes Wharf, Boston |
| Rating | ★ 4.4 (454 reviews on the listing) | ★ 4.2 (122 reviews on the listing) |
| From | $90 per person | $119 per person |
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Groups, birthdays, and anyone who wants music after dinner will feel at home here: the buffet lets everyone eat on their own schedule, and the dance floor stays busy until the ship ties up. Travelers after a quieter, dressier evening should look at the Odyssey instead. Same operator, different style, with plated table service and a calmer room that suits a table for two. Pick the mood first, then the boat.
Questions about the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise
What is the dress code on the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise?
Casual: khakis, nice jeans, dresses, button-ups. That is the operator's own wording for this sailing, and its page adds one practical note: bring a light jacket or wrap, because the open-air deck gets cool. Beachwear, flip-flops and gym clothes are discouraged on every dinner sailing.
What time does boarding start for the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise?
Board 30 minutes before departure. The vessel departs promptly at the scheduled time; there is no compensation for late arrival or no-shows. Monday to Thursday: board 5:30pm for a 6:00pm to 8:30pm cruise. Friday and Saturday: board 6:30pm for a 7:00pm to 9:30pm cruise. Sunday: board 4:30pm for a 5:00pm to 7:30pm cruise. Confirm the exact time on your booking confirmation.
What happens to the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise in bad weather?
Sails rain or shine. In severe weather, or on direction of the U.S. Coast Guard, the vessel stays dockside and the full dinner service still runs. Operator-cancelled sailings get a reschedule, a non-expiring gift card, or a full refund. For changes you make yourself, the listing's own window applies: Reschedule or refund up to 2 hours before boarding (Ticket Assurance policy on the listing).
Can children come on the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise?
The operator's FAQ states there are no age restrictions for most of its cruises and that all minors need adult supervision. No Boston-specific age limit is published for this vessel. Very young children typically sail free; the two official pages word the cutoff age slightly differently, so confirm it at booking.
Where do I park for the Spirit of Boston Dinner Cruise?
No operator-owned lot. Discounted weekday parking at the Seaport Hotel garage (1 Seaport Ln); weekend rates are the garage's posted rates. Departure is from Commonwealth Pier, Seaport, Boston. Rates and transit options for both piers are in the parking and boarding guide.
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