Harbor Cruises in Salem

2 New Liberty St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Essex Heritage runs lighthouse and harbor tours from Salem June through September — visits to Bakers Island Light, Misery Island, plus specialty tours and overnight camping at Bakers Island Light. Operations run out of the Salem Armory Visitor Center at 2 New Liberty Street, open Wed–Sun 10am–4pm.

24 Congress St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Mahi Harbor Cruises runs public and private boat experiences out of Salem from Congress Street, with summer cruises, themed runs (including haunted-happenings sailings), and private event charters for groups from 10 up to 150+. Waterfront dining and beverages are part of every cruise.

10 Blaney St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

The Salem Ferry connects Salem to Boston's Long Wharf in under an hour, running spring through fall. Passengers see Salem Sound, lighthouses, and harbor islands along the way — half transit, half sightseeing.

86 Wharf St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

The Schooner Fame is a full-scale replica of the first American privateer commissioned for the War of 1812, sailing public tours and private charters out of Pickering Wharf from Memorial Day through Halloween. Guests can pitch in raising sails on cruises around Salem Sound. The ship was a three-time TripAdvisor 'Best of the Best' winner before being sold to Liberty Fleet in April 2026.

10 Blaney St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

Sunset Sail Salem runs sunset cruises, daysails, and private charters on two historic schooners — Malabar X (built 1930) and When and If (1939). Vessels carry up to 28 guests and serve boutique wines, select beers, and RTD cocktails on trips past lighthouses and harbor islands. Operating through October.