Providence River Boat Company

Departing from Dyer Street, routes extend along the Providence River and into upper Narragansett Bay through options like twilight river cruises, WaterFire excursions, and private charters.

Guides—including a RISD professor—focus on how the city evolved around its waterways, balancing historical background with lighter details. On summer evening trips aboard the Mariner, the ride shifts to drinks and music setlists on board.