Celebrate with us the return of Tall Ships
July 11–15, 2026
Take a 3-hour narrated cruise aboard the M/V Columbia Point and get an up close view of magnificent Tall Ships and visiting naval ships in the port of Boston. Choose your cruise options from the following cruise options.
Tall Ships 2026 Cruise Options
Public Cruises
First come, first served basis, tickets can be purchased in advance, or at time of boarding, max 80pp per cruise. We depart Fox Point and head into the inner harbor for a leisurely cruise alongside the berthed vessels while light narration and music is provided. Feel free to walk about the boat, take lots of pictures. Food and a cash bar will be open for business.
$40 per person, $20 per student
Public Cruises Schedule
- July 12, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
- July 13, 2–5 p.m.
- July 14, 2–5 p.n.
- July 15, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
- July 15, 2–5 p.m.
Charters
Reserve the entire vessel for you and your group, corporate party, or family outing, or just plain fun. We follow the same path into the harbor and cruise alongside sail and naval vessels; narration is provided upon request. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverage; alcohol is prohibited.
$2,000, 80 people max
Charters Schedule
- July 14, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. - Sold Out
- July 14, 6–9 p.m.
- July 15, 7:30–10:30 p.m. - Sold Out
Charter Menu
Cost of food is $25 per person. Menu items include:
- Appetizers
- Braised short rib panini, three cheese panini with truffle oil, smoked turkey with brie and fig preserves, and caprese skewers with balsamic glaze
- Pastries
- Assorted mini pastries, strawberry shortcake shooters, and fresh fruit skewers
- Beverages
- Coffee, tea, and water included; drink tickets for beer and wine can be purchased for $9
Make a Reservation
For more information including reservation policies, request forms for boats, food services, or schedules, please contact marineops@umb.edu