Although there are cheaper possibilities to get to Salem from Boston by train or bus, I decided to go by fast ferry. And I didn't regret. It is not just a transportation from place to place, it is an exciting valuable part of the trip....More

Leave the car in the parking lot and take the ferry to and from Boston. Let's you out steps from the aquarium and everything in Salem is within walking distance. Pick a pleasant weather day and you have a lovely tour of the north shore...More

This one hour cruise is worth every penny! It takes you from Boston harbor to Salem. The scenery is beautiful. Looks just like a post card. You can sit outside the ferry or inside. This was one of our favorite things we did.

We stayed in Salem and took a one day trip to Boston. The ferry was easy to get tickets, dropped and picked up in the heart of Boston. It was awesome as were all the stAff.

Very informative for $45. We pay $19 per person because my friend is salem resident. I love this ride

I didn't want to deal with Boston drivers, parking, or hotel prices, which is why I hit upon staying in Salem, which is so perfectly situated to not just Boston, but to other New England destinations. The ferry isn't cheap -- $45 per person round...More

We took the ferry from Boston to Salem and highly recommend it. It was a simple ride and just lovely. Great view of the skyline as you are leaving the harbor!

We enjoyed our round trip ferry to Boston. We were able to stay much cheaper in Salem and enjoy both cities. We took the commuter ferry, which is considerably cheaper than going during other times. You must take the 7 a.m. from Salem to Boston...More

FREE, easy parking in the lot right at the ferry terminal, the ferry left right on time and Cruise Director Jim was very informative about the sights along the way . We went on foot to the Trillium Beer Garden on the Greenway, then to the...More

We loved the short trip from Boston to Salem! 45-1 hour trip, easy to purchase tickets, and included a short and surprisingly insightful tour guide session about the surrounding landmarks. Cons: you couldn't always hear the guide over the boat and the commotion of drunken...More