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Where to Go Next: The 15 Best Boat Tickets

24 tours  ·  from $20 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend who asked: 15 boat tickets worth the fare, each with its price, its passenger verdict and the one thing to check before you pay.

Paris: Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise - Getting the most from the Louvre
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Paris: Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise

1.Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,926 reviews · 1 day · from $100Our pick

Meet an English-speaking host at Benlux on Rue de Rivoli, enter the Louvre at your booked time, and explore its three vast wings independently. See the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, royal apartments, and more with a digital audio guide. Later, take a one-hour Seine cruise with multilingual commentary and Eiffel Tower views.

“Everything went well. Although our check in time for the Louvre was 5pm, we had enough time to see what we wanted to see, which was Mona Lisa, the Greek sculptures and a few paintings along the way. If you plan on seeing more or spending more than 2 hours here you may want to buy tix separately. You can not see everything in 2 hours, but it was a long day of walking for us so 2 hours is all we had left plus we still wanted to catch dinner b4 we caught the cruise. Tip: Allow yourself to get dinner before the cruise. We caught the last cruise…”

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Paris: Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo - Inside the Louvre: plan less, but plan something
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Paris: Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo

2.Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6,054 reviews · from $37

You’ll enter the Louvre on a reserved time slot and explore its great halls without a guide, then use your one-hour Seine cruise ticket whenever it suits your Paris plans. See the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Eiffel Tower from the water. Tickets arrive by email the day before, so check your inbox and spam folder.

“It was amazing to see all the sights, especially the Eiffel Tower so up close from the river. Such a good deal too! 5 stars!!”

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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience Ticket - Beginning at the Heineken Experience on Stadhouderskade 78
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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience Ticket

3.City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,367 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Start with a timed visit to the Heineken Experience at Stadhouderskade 78, then take an open-ticket canal cruise from one of two nearby docks. Expect an interactive brewery tour, two complimentary drinks, historic canals, modern architecture, audio commentary in 19 languages, and fine views of the Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, NEMO, and the IJ River.

“More information can be added to the boat cruise. The Heineken experience was very informative and highly recommended!”

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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise Skip-the-Ticket Line - Trump Tower, Willis Tower, and Chicago’s Vertical Story
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Chicago: Architecture River Cruise Skip-the-Ticket Line

4.Architecture River Cruise Skip-the-Ticket Line

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,325 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $39Top rated

You’ll cruise all three branches of the Chicago River for 60 to 75 minutes with a live English or Spanish guide. Expect views of Marina City, Trump Tower, Willis Tower, the John Hancock Building, and dozens more. Guides such as Chicago Bob, Jeremy, Juan, and Kevin are known for mixing building facts with humor. A cash bar is available on most boats.

“This was the best river cruise I've ever been on. Kevin made the history of even the dullest looking glass boxes interesting.”

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London: Thames River Cruise with Optional London Eye Ticket - Westminster Bridge and the Palace of Westminster
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London: Thames River Cruise with Optional London Eye Ticket

5.Thames River Cruise with Optional London Eye Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,900 reviews · 45 minutes - 1.5 hours · from $20Best value

Board beneath the London Eye for a relaxed 40-minute Thames cruise to Tower Bridge and back. An English-speaking guide such as Mitch, George, Ben, or Josh brings the landmarks to life with facts, jokes, and well-timed photo tips. Choose the London Eye option if you want both attractions.

“River cruise was very enjoyable. It was nice to sit drown a minute and relax. Josh was awesome. Funny and informative!”

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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise - Planning the museum before the boat
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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise

6.Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,899 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Visit the Van Gogh Museum at your reserved time, then take a flexible 75-minute cruise past Amsterdam’s canals, bridges, merchant houses, and modern architecture. The museum audio guide costs extra, while the cruise includes earphones and commentary in 21 languages. Some ticket options also include a snack box.

“Really enjoyable. Van Gogh Museum was really interesting and showed the best art as well as his life. The canal tour was great as well, the guide was really funny and added extra information from what was in the audio guide. Would recommend to anyone who wanted to learn more about Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise - Entering the Van Gogh Museum at your chosen time
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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise

7.Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,304 reviews · 1 day · from $47

Visit the Van Gogh Museum with a reserved entry time, then take a one-hour Lovers canal cruise past Westerkerk, the Negen Straatjes, houseboats, bridges, and the Magere Brug. The museum multimedia guide costs extra, while the boat includes audio commentary in 19 languages. Reserve your cruise time in Amsterdam.

“I loved it, it was a dream come true. I totally recommend it. It was very enocuonada, it's beautiful. ❤️😘”

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Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Floor Ticket & Seine River Cruise - Meeting at Le Champ de Mars Café
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Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Floor Ticket & Seine River Cruise

8.Eiffel Tower Summit Floor Ticket & Seine River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,417 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Meet an English-speaking host near the Eiffel Tower, pass through security, and ride the elevators to the summit independently after a short introduction. Then use your one-hour Seine cruise ticket anytime within one month. The cruise includes audio commentary in 14 languages and views of Notre-Dame, Les Invalides, the Conciergerie, and the Eiffel Tower.

“Guide met at designated place & time, with a quick walk to Eiffel Tower, he provided great history & answered questions. The tour directs you thru security & elevator lines. And takes you up to 3rd level & gets you to summit elevator before departing. Great experience, no stress & was able to go at own pace”

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Lisbon: 72/96-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram & Boat Ticket - Riding west to Belém on the blue route
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Lisbon: 72/96-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram & Boat Ticket

9.72/96-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram & Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,170 reviews · 3 - 4 days · from $55

Use one ticket for Lisbon’s Belém and Modern bus routes, Hills Tramcar tour, Yellow Boat cruise, and public Carris trams during its 72 or 96-hour validity. Audio commentary comes in 11 languages. You’ll reach Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, Alfama, Oriente, and the Tagus, but check schedules and route coverage before booking.

“Hop on hop off are always great! This one in particular included a ferry which was really cool to get out on the water.”

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Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket - Getting from your hotel area to Kissamos Port
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Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

10.Chania/Rethymno: Balos & Gramvousa With Pickup & Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,703 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $50

Spend a full day cruising from Kissamos to Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon. You get hotel-area pickup, an air-conditioned bus, boat tickets, multilingual guides, swimming time, and an optional lunch. Guides such as Donia keep the schedule clear, while the boat offers food, drinks, and an open deck.

“We lived in the center of Hania, so we boarded the shuttle bus at the old market square that took us to the port of Kissamos. In the meantime, it stopped at a few places to pick up passengers. The tour guide provided information in English about the excursion and the history of the island. We boarded the boat that collected passengers from the buses of various organizing companies. (more than 100 people) We had about 2.5 hours in the Balos lagoon, then we landed at the island of Gramvousa (about 20 minutes by boat). Food and drinks can be purchased on the boat. There were 2 choices on the…”

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Orlando: Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Park Ticket - What the captain adds to the experience
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Orlando: Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Park Ticket

11.Orlando: Everglades Airboat Ride and Wildlife Park Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,459 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $36

At Wild Florida, a guide such as Jeff, Lauren, Todd, or Bobby takes you across protected Central Florida wetlands by airboat. The 30-minute ride may reveal alligators, turtles, eagles, and other birds. Your ticket also includes the wildlife park, live alligator demonstration, animal exhibits, and access to shows.

“Capt. Lauren was the BEST! It was way better than expected actually. We had an awesome Air boat ride through the lake and “off road” areas! We saw gators and lots of birds, and even cows - and it was a great experience! 10 stars! ⭐️”

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NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Skip-the-Line Ticket - Sailing past the Brooklyn Bridge
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NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Skip-the-Line Ticket

12.NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,397 reviews · from $24

Sail from South Street Seaport toward the Statue of Liberty on a 90-minute sunset cruise with outdoor decks, indoor cabins, pop music, and a full bar. You will also pass the Brooklyn Bridge and One World Trade Center. Staff such as Debbie may help with photos and questions, but live narration is not guaranteed.

“This was an absolute highlight of our trip, amazing sights and very reasonably priced.”

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Paris: Musée d'Orsay Entry Ticket and Seine River Cruise - Getting into the museum with the Queue C1 entrance
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Paris: Musée d’Orsay Entry Ticket and Seine River Cruise

13.Musée d’Orsay Entry Ticket and Seine River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,344 reviews · 1 day · from $49

Visit Musée d’Orsay at your own pace, then take a one-hour Bateaux Parisiens cruise from Pier No. 3 by the Eiffel Tower. Your museum ticket is fixed to one date, while the cruise ticket can be used during opening hours and arrives by email the day before. No guide accompanies you.

“This ticket really works for the D’Orsay. You see queues all around you - even for those with time slot tickets and you simple walk straight in - great. Under 18s get in free when accompanied so no need to get them a ticket - they just go with you. The only place I didn’t queue in Paris because of this ticket 👍👍👍👍👍”

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Amsterdam: Rijksmuseum Entry Ticket and Canal Cruise Combo - Start with the canal cruise, but reserve the time first
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Amsterdam: Rijksmuseum Entry Ticket and Canal Cruise Combo

14.Rijksmuseum Entry Ticket and Canal Cruise Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,276 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Spend one day combining Amsterdam’s grandest museum with a one-hour Lovers canal cruise. See Rembrandt, Vermeer, merchant houses, bridges, Westerkerk, Anne Frank House, and the old harbor. Reserve the cruise time at a Tours & Tickets shop, then use your Rijksmuseum time slot. The cruise audio guide comes in 19 languages.

“The canal tour was great was a bit confused as we thought that we were going to the Rijksmuseum while on the canal but it’s not actually part of that tour you need to catch a tram from central station to go to the Rijksmuseum but it was all good. Well worth the money.”

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Lisbon: Boat Tour Ticket and Hop-on Hop-off 48-Hour Bus. - Belém route: Lisbon’s monuments beside the river
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Lisbon: Boat Tour Ticket and Hop-on Hop-off 48-Hour Bus.

15.Boat Tour Ticket and Hop-on Hop-off 48-Hour Bus.

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,252 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $28

Use the Yellow Bus 48-hour combo to explore historic Belém, modern Parque das Nações, and Lisbon’s hills, then cruise the Tagus past the 25th April Bridge, Cathedral, and Saint George’s Castle. Audio guides are available in 11 languages, and your ticket also covers Carris trams and the Carris Museum.

“a nice gentle 2hr round trip to belem and back. Very enjoyable and a good opportunity to get some nice photos of the city”

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