The ferry was on time and the onboard commentary at the start of the trip was informative. The ferry to Salem was fairly quiet however the return ferry was packed and very loud. It was an enjoyable journey. When I’m paying $45 for the journey...More

We always take the Salem Ferry in the summer. Great way to get there and back without the hassle of parking. I would recommend all Boston Harbor Cruises as they are all great with wonderful staff.

Why take the train, or take your chances with a Lyft or Uber driver on the freeway or 1A, when the ferry and their professional crew can bypass all that? We've taken the ferry several times between Boston and Salem, and have enjoyed the trip...More

We booked the boat a few days in advance. Long Wharf can be a little difficult to find. As you are standing on the street side sidewalk looking at the Marriott Long Wharf, go to the LEFT side of the hotel and that is where...More

we choose to take the ferry across to salem as an added experience and even though it was rainy it was still fun, it did clear up on the way back and the views were beautiful, we got to see boston from the water at...More

Yes, it's more expensive than the train, but we took the ferry into Boston one morning and it was a nice, relaxing ride right into the harbor and steps from where we wanted to start walking the Freedom Trail.

we were on vacation to new england in sept, stayed in salem for 4 days and 3 in boston. we decided to take the ferry to boston and we are so happy we did, Jim orated our trip which took approximately 40 mins he was...More