Discover the Hidden River on a fun and educational riverboat tour. Learn about the past, present, and future of the tidal Schuylkill River and its impact on Philadelphia on a one-hour Secrets of the Schuylkill tour -- tickets are $22/adult and $12/child age 12 and under. Or dive deep into the history of the oldest botanic garden in North America on a three-hour Boat to Bartram's Garden tour -- tickets are $30/adult and $17/child age 12 and under. Either way, you're sure to learn something new about the unique history of the city while seeing spectacular views you won't get anywhere else.
Tours run on select Thursdays and Sundays from June through October. Private charters are available depending on the operator's schedule. Contact customerservice@phillybyboat.com for more information.
For the 2021 season: tours are limited to 20 people per boat, all participants must wear a mask/face covering, all participants must keep at an appropriate distance from other participants outside of their group.