Ride the Swan Boats in the Boston Public Garden
While you are visiting Boston with your family, you may want to take a leisurely ride on the Swan Boats in the Boston Public Gardens. The beautiful Swan Boats have been a Boston tradition for many families for over 100 years.
It may be best to get to the gardens early to avoid long lines at the boat ride. Check their website for ride times, as they change by season. If it is raining or very windy, the swan boats will not operate. Sometimes they will be closed in the extreme heat, as they are not air conditioned.
The Swan Boats are very inexpensive. They do not offer coupons, as the rides are less than 3 each. There is no close parking available, so it may be best to use public transportation to travel to the gardens.
Although the Swan Boats are powered by people power, you will not have to work hard to help pedal the boat because there will be several other people on board to help. The Swan Boats are accessible to wheelchairs, so it not necessary to pedal the boat if you are unable. Simply sit back and enjoy the historic ride across the breathtaking lagoon.