Park Alert:

Please be advised that temporary ferry service changes will go into effect beginning July 11 through July 15 for Sail Boston 2026 and Tall Ship activities in Boston Harbor. Click here for more information and to review ferry service changes to plan your visit.

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Activities, ranger tours, and most programs are included with your ferry ticket.

$5 Ferry Weekend

Visit Spectacle Island for just $5 in celebration of the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park 2024 season!

Help us close out the 2024 season right by visiting Spectacle Island for just $5 on Saturday, October 12; Sunday, October 13; or Monday, October 14!

Tickets are now available online to reserve and purchase. Tickets purchased in-person are first come, first serve, so we recommend purchasing in advance.

Directions & Ferry Schedule: Guests should arrive at Long Wharf North (Gate 5) *at least 30 minutes early* to board and depart for Georges Island. Ferries will depart promptly at their scheduled times and will not wait for late visitors.

  • Boston to Spectacle Island: 10:30AM or 12:30PM
  • Spectacle Island to Boston: 1:30PM or 3:30PM

It is highly recommended to utilize public transportation (Aquarium Station on the Blue Line T), bikes, or ride share services, or to carpool as parking near Long Wharf is limited and can be expensive. Some recommended parking locations nearby are Post Office Square Garage ($9 – 10 minute walk) and Atlantic Wharf Parking ($12 – 12 minute walk). 

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