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While WaterFire Providence does not provide or arrange for boat tours for the general public there are still several ways to enjoy the fires from the river. Two of the best ways to get on the river during WaterFire events are to become a member of the WaterFire Brazier Society or to join our volunteer corps .

Our rivers are closed to boat traffic during WaterFire lightings with the exception of two PUC-licensed boat tour companies. La Gondola’s fleet of authentic Venetian Gondolas is available for tours both during WaterFire events and other dates throughout the Summer and Fall. Providence River Boat Company offers guided historical tours of Providence’s waterways throughout the Summer and Fall and also offers rides during WaterFire events. Learn more below.

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Guest boat captains position their vessels to observe the WaterFire lighting ceremony. Steven is the on the middle boat. Photo by Irene Zawadowicz.

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One of the best ways to experience WaterFire and the city is a ride in one of our Brazier Society Guest Boats. Brazier Society members receive a fixed amount of guest boat passes for each full lighting in the WaterFire season. Learn more about Brazier Society membership benefits.

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La Gondola offers authentic Venetian gondola trips through WaterFire that are rowed by skilled oarsmen practiced in this ancient art. Use the link above to reach their website or call them at (401) 421-8877.

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Whether you’re a RI native, traveling with your family, or visiting for work, Providence River Boat Company tours are designed to appeal to everyone. Board one of their open-air 18-passenger vessels & enjoy the city views & expert narration of your tour guide! Book now through their website or call them at (401) 580-BOAT.

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Located just steps from the RI Convention Center, the Providence Place Mall, and many downtown hotels, the Providence Kayak Co. is proud to offer a fun & exciting way to explore historic downtown Providence!

Discover urban Providence at your own pace as you paddle through the picturesque bridges, cobblestone walkways, and green riverbanks of the Providence and Woonasquatucket Rivers, Riverwalk, and Waterplace Park. 

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Explore one of the most nationally recognized and growing food scenes in the country, Providence, the Creative Capital. Our knowledgeable guides will walk you through a diverse and tasty food journey as we share some history of the rich architectural gems of the city and its arts...

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Fall River has big plans for new trolley

FALL RIVER, R.I. (WPRI) — All aboard the Fall River trolley, coming to the city this summer.

With the help of a $50,000 Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism grant, Fall River has purchased a trolley, and there are big plans in store for the new city vehicle.

“It’s going to be another Fall River adventure, and we’ll see how it works out,” Mayor Paul Coogan told 12 News.

According to Coogan, the city bought the trolley second-hand from a town in Delaware for around $60,000. He said a mechanic checked out the vehicle before the purchase was made.

The trolley will undergo some minor tweaks at a local vocational school before it’s fully road-ready.

“We want to make sure our handicap accessibility works right, and then we’ll try and see what we can do. We have some people that are interested in driving it,” Coogan added.

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So what is the trolley going to be used for?

The mayor hopes it will be a multi-purpose vehicle.

“With the growth of the waterfront … we wanted to make it easy for people to get around in the city of Fall River and do a loop,” Coogan explained.

The trolley may also be available for people to rent for weddings and other events.

Organized tours are not off the table either. Coogan said the city discussed possibly doing a tour of local churches on Saturday mornings.

The city may try and appeal to true-crime fans as well.

“We have a tremendous amount of people that come here that love Lizzie Borden ,” the mayor said, noting they could have a tour with stops at her home and gravesite .

The trolley will likely be a seasonal attraction, since it is not meant for cold weather.

As for pricing, the cost of a ride will depend on what the trolley is being used for. A tour will likely cost more than hopping on while it’s traveling in a loop.

Coogan said the goal is for the trolley to become a draw for the city.

“We’re going to try and do what we can do to make sure we have a lot of people using it,” he said.

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One of the best ways to see many of the Moscow sites is by a pleasant cruise on the Moscow River. This particular trip took us just over 2 hours… there and back! We boarded about 15 minutes prior to sailing and were able to select a table with 4 chairs (although the room was somewhat cramped because there were too many tables!), giving us a sheltered viewpoint. There was a colorful canopy over our heads, but the sun shone fairly high in the sky - it was about 15:00, so we were not blinded. The day was perfect with some clouds, but they never seemed to interfere with our views and comfort. We saw many interesting views that one often cannot see when using land or train transport. As is often the case, river trips are rarely uninteresting, and this one was delightful because of the time of day, time of year and the weather! Very good value for money… the trip is 400 roubles with an additional 100 if you wish to have the return trip to the same place.

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There is information about Moscow River cruises company on Tripadvisor but it is slightly misleading as it is described as "day tours" (and reviews are predominantly in Russian). Though day tours may also be available (dunno), it is worth mentioning that 1-2 hours cruises may appear to be easier to fit into your sightseeing programme. So far I discovered two companies that provide short-time river cruises that cover the same itinerary but but differ in price, ships and entertainment program: http://www.smartmoscow.com/boat1.htm http://radisson-cruise.ru/index_en.php?page=32 I followed the first listing. Ticket price is 10 pounds. The trip takes 1,5 hours. It is a nice and relaxing sightseeing trip and is recommended to take in the evening when Moscow attractions are nicely illuminated. In summer it is better to sit outside (the speed isn't that great and it isn't that windy on a warm day). Downstairs Russian pop music plays and it may not be for everybody's ears. This tour is the cheapest. There is no guide information available, but there is a little bar and bathrooms downstairs. The cruises start at metro Kievskaya (change from brown line to light blue line -> exit), then walking direction to the river (across a massive glass bridge) and then at the river side turning left towards the pierce. Tickets are sold at the pierce. The ships/boats leave regularly (probably with 20-ish minutes window) so there is no much wait either need for booking tickets in advance. More expensive cruises seem to be providing dining experience and discotheque on board.

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FILE - Phish performs onstage at the 25th Annual Rock And Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Waldorf-Astoria on March 15, 2010 in New York City.  (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

NEW YORK (TND) — Phish , a popular jam band, might be swimming to your area this summer.

The band will be touring in the U.S. starting in July and wrapping up in September.

A news release on Tuesday noted a ticket request is underway through March 11 at 12 noon E.T., with a general sale starting March 15 at 10 a.m. E.T.

Phish are building on the excitement of what is already an epic year by announcing their summer 2024 tour," according to the release.

The shows include the following dates and venues:

  • July 19 at Xfinity Center in Mansfield, MA
  • July 20 at Xfinity Center in Mansfield, MA
  • July 21 at Xfinity Center in Mansfield, MA
  • July 23 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT
  • July 24 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT
  • July 26 at Alpine Music Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, WI
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  • July 28 at Alpine Music Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, WI
  • July 30 at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO
  • July 31 at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO
  • Aug. 2 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN
  • Aug. 3 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN
  • Aug. 4 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, IN
  • Aug. 6 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, MI
  • Aug. 7 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, MI
  • Aug. 9 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY
  • Aug. 10 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY
  • Aug. 11 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY
  • Aug. 15 at The Woodlands, Dover, DE
  • Aug. 16 at The Woodlands, Dover, DE
  • Aug. 17 at The Woodlands, Dover, DE
  • Aug. 18 at The Woodlands, Dover, DE
  • Aug. 29 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO
  • Aug. 30 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO
  • Aug. 31 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO
  • Sept. 1 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO

The tour includes Mondegreen , a festival in Delaware that marks the band's 11th self-produced festival and first in nine years.

Mondegreen will see Phish performing over four days and nights, alongside an array of interactive fan experiences, specially curated regional food and drink, art installations, and much more," the release noted.

The tour also will follow a four-day stint at The Sphere in Las Vegas in April. All four shows are sold out.

Each show at Sphere will feature a completely different setlists and visuals, making each one a truly unique audio-visual experience," the release noted."

For more information, visit phish.com .

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See all the gems of historical and cultural center of the capital in short time and without traffic jams or tiresome walking.

Depending on the itinerary and duration of the Moscow River boat trip, the tour can be 3 or 5 hours.

Highlights of the tour

  • St Basil’s Cathedral;
  • Stalin skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya (Tinkers) embankment;
  • The Kremlin;
  • “House on the Embankment” Stalin skyscraper;
  • Monument to Peter I;
  • The Central House of Artists;
  • Christ the Savior Cathedral;
  • Gorky Park;
  • Moscow State University;
  • Russian Academy of Sciences;
  • Luzhniki stadium;
  • Novodevichy Monastery;
  • Kiev railway station;
  • Europe Square;
  • Moscow City Hall;
  • Government House;
  • Expocentre Exhibition Complex;
  • and other famous sights.

You will learn about the different epochs of the city from the foundation in 1147 till Soviet times of 20 th  century.

Moscow River

Moskva river has the form of a snake and is the main waterway of Moscow, consisting of a cascade of reservoirs. Within the city, Moskva river is 80 km long, 120 m - 200 m wide and up to 14 m deep. The narrowest part of the river is the Kremlin area in the city center, and the most extensive is around the Luzhniki Stadium in the south. 

Bridges in Moscow

Undoubtedly, bridges and embankments are among the most scenic spots and main attractions of Moscow. Plus, they are so romantic.

  • Bolshoy Kamenny Bridge –  Great Stone Bridge –  is the main bridge of Moscow . The first stone bridge was constructed here in the 17th century.
  • Patriarshy Bridge  is one of the youngest pedestrian bridges, built in 2004. The bridge connects the iconic Christ the Saviour Cathedral with funky Bersenevskaya embankment, extremely popular place among locals for its trendy art galleries, cafes and panoramic views. Patriarshy Bridge used to be a shooting location for ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's New Year speech to the nation.
  • Borodinsky Bridge,  erected in honor of the 100th anniversary of the glorious victory in the Battle of Borodino (which every Russian kid knows about), a fierce legendary battle during the Russo-French war of 1812.
  • Bagration Bridge  one of the  pedestrian bridges with most picturesque views of the Moskva River with its numerous upper-level observation platforms. The bridge was erected to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow city in 1997.
  • Krymsky Bridge  used to be in Top 5 Europe’s longest bridges some 100 years ago. The bridge got its name after the ancient Krymsky ford which Crimean Tartars used to invade Moscow in the 16 th  century.

Embankments of Moscow

Moscow river boats 37 embankments, the most popular being Kremlevskaya, Sofiyskaya, Pushkinskaya, Vorobyovskaya and Kolomenskaya.

You can get the most spectacular views of the Kremlin from  Kremlevskaya and Sofiyskaya embankments.

  • Pushkinkaya embankment  is the most romantic in Moscow. It meanders along Gorky Park and Neskuchnyi garden and is rich for all kinds of entertainment as well as cozy nooks, including Olivkovy beach, the famous Zeleny theater as well as a pier for river cruisers.
  • Vorobyevskaya embankment  is part of Sparrow Hills nature reserve. This place opens a beautiful panorama of the river and city from the observation deck and is considered to be the place for taking serious decisions in life.
  • Embankment in Kolomenskoye  Museum-Reserve has a special charm due to its peculiar geographical relief. The boat trip around Kolomenskoye would be the most peaceful in your life.
  • Taras Shevchenko embankment  is popular among photographers for its modern Moscow City skyscrapers. Highly recommended for your night boat trip.
  • Embankments of Moscow are the pride of the capital. A distinctive feature of each of the promenades is its architecture and beautiful views. In addition, almost all the embankments of Moscow have a rich history and a lot of notable buildings.

Different epochs

Taking a walk along the Moskva River by boat, you will witness the architecture of Moscow from different eras and styles. Archaeological studies indicate that already in the XI century there stood a fortified settlement on Borovitsky hill, which is now called the Kremlin. Little fortress could not accommodate all the residents of the rapidly growing city, and the Grand Duke ordered the construction of a new Kremlin, larger than the former.

Boat trip around Kolomenskoe Park

Moscow river boat trip starts from the pier Klenovy (Maple) Boulevard and provides reat views of Nicholas Perervinsky monastery.

Nicholas Perervinsky monastery was founded at the time of the Battle of Kulikov (1380). The monastery, got its name from the surrounding area – “Pererva”, which can be translated like “tear off” and because of the location –  here it abruptly changed its course, turning to Kolomna, standing on the opposite bank.

Nowadays Kolomenskoye is State Art, Historical, Architectural and Natural Landscape Museum-Reserve, which doors are open to everyone who wants to get in touch with the ancient history of Russia.

Take a break from the big city hustle in the shady parks and gardens of the Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve. Don’t miss a wonderful Church of the Ascension and Tsar Alexey’s Palace in Kolomenskoye!

Monasteries and temples

  • Novospassky Monastery
  • Founded in the 13th century on the site where now is located the Danilovsky monastery. After a few decades, in 1330, Ivan Kalita moved the monastery onto the Borovitskii hill of the Kremlin. However, in the 15th century, Spassky Monastery again moved, this time to a more spacious place on Krasnoholmskaya waterfront.
  • Church of St. Nicholas in Zayaitskom
  • Erected in the middle of the XVIII century in baroque style. The building survived after the 1812 fire, but the utensils were destoyed. Parishioners collected donations and restored the temple on their own. In Soviet times, it was closed and re-opened only in 1992.
  • Cathedral of Christ the Savior
  • The church was originally erected in honor of the victory over Napoleon and was being under construction for long 44 years. Notoriously demolished in 1937 to be a giant swimming pool under open sky. The current building was constructed in 1990s. It is the tallest and one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
  • The temple was built in 1679-82, during the reign of Tsar Fedor Alekseevich, in late Muscovite Baroque style and can be characterized as bonfire temple. Each gable is a symbol of a heavenly fire.
  • Novodevichy Convent
  • The most famous concent and monastery in Moscow, presumably founded in 1524. Novodevichy’s status has always been high among other monasteries, it was in this monastery where the women of the royal blood, the wives of Tsars and local rulers of Moscow were kept in prison as nuns.
  • St. Andrew’s church  (male acts as Compound Patriarch of Moscow)
  • St. Andrew’s church stands right on the slopes of the Sparrow Hills, on the way down to the Moskva River, on the territory of the Nature Reserve “Sparrow Hills”. The monastery is small in size but is very cozy. It’s situated in a quiet courtyard surrounded by temples, fruit trees and flowers.

What you get:

  • + A friend in Moscow.
  • + Private & customized Moscow river cruise.
  • + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
  • + An authentic experience of local life.
  • + Flexibility: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
  • + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
  • + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
  • + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
  • + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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Providence River Boat Company

Haunted Boat Rides

Quick Details

  • Users Ages: Ages 10+
  • Clock Duration: 1 hour

Immerse yourself in the spooky side of Providence’s history! Allow our Captains, along with special guest guides from the Providence Ghost Tours, to introduce you to some of Providence’s longest-lingering residents as you cruise throughout our waterways.

Surrounded by the moonlit bridges, cobblestone walkways and century-old architecture of downtown Providence, you will hear stories of our capital city’s “dearly-deceased-but-not-so-departed” residents; local literary giants and humble servants alike; their restless souls still stirring among the living. Climb aboard…they’ve been waiting for you!

Additional Information:

  • ALL passengers, including infants, must have a reservation to board. Our vessels are inspected by the United States Coast Guard and we cannot have more than (18) passengers aboard at one time, regardless of age.
  • Kindly remember that our tours are narrated and our passengers are looking forward to listening to the narration. Please make sure this tour will be appropriate for your young children.
  • This tour is appropriate for ages 10+
  • Check-in is located inside The Landing at 101 Dyer Street in downtown Providence.
  • When checking in for your tour, feel free to explore  The Landing, where you’ll find Rhode Island-themed gifts, t-shirts, and local art; local crafts, jewelry and giftware, and a full café & ice cream parlor.
  • You are welcome to bring a beverage or ice cream from The Landing aboard with you to enjoy during your tour.
  • You may also BYOB on all of our tours.
  • Certified service dogs are permitted aboard, pets are not.
  • Because our boats were built specifically for us to be able to navigate under the bridges throughout downtown, they are not wheelchair accessible.

Enhance Your Boat Tour Experience!

We have partnered with a few of our favorite local small businesses to offer delicious charcuterie platters, and individual boxes; freshly baked dessert platters, cupcakes, chocolate confections and sugar cookies! Once your boat tour is booked, order directly through each vendor for delivery right to our doors.

  • The Perfect Parcel:  Charcuterie Boxes, Boards and Grazing Tables ( @the.perfectparcel ) Ask for a discount code once your seats are booked for 10% OFF and complimentary delivery!
  • Diva’s Dips & Gourmet Treats:  Handmade chocolates, cookies and sweets ( @divasdips )
  • The Cookie Hub RI:  Custom sugar cookies ( @thecookiehubri )

Parking Information:

  • There are several parking garages, outdoor parking lots and on-street metered parking spaces throughout our neighborhood.
  • The Freeway Parking Garage and Arcade Parking Garage, both located behind our building on Pine Street, offer very reasonable parking rates.
  • We also recommend taking your hotel shuttle, a Lyft or Uber, or walking from your hotel, if possible. We are centrally located in downtown and most hotels are within a 15 minute walk from us.

Tour Cancellation Policy:

  • Tour reservations are   non-refundable.  Please make sure you are booking the correct date/time.
  • Customers may reschedule their reservation or receive a credit for a future tour (subject to availability) with 72 hours advance notice only.
  • Requests to reschedule inside of 72 hours are not granted.
  • Same-day late arrivals and no-shows are not exchangeable or refundable. If you are late for your tour, or don’t arrive at all, you will forfeit your entire reservation fare.
  • We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel tours when less than 4 passengers have booked. It doesn’t happen often, but we will call you ASAP if it does.

Weather-Related Cancellation Policy:

  • The weather in New England changes often, and quickly. Because of this, we do not postpone or cancel boat tours until the day of the tour. If we were to cancel your tour, we would call you at the phone number provided on your reservation. Please do not call us questioning cancellations, we will reach out to you once we have made a decision. Thank you for your patience and understanding on this policy.
  • That being said, all of our tours typically run in a light mist and other moderate weather conditions. Our tours may launch a few minutes late if we are experiencing a passing shower, or weather-related event. We do not allow cancellations/refunds in this case, we simply ask that you are patient and wait it out with us.
  • If a tour runs as scheduled, same-day refunds, cancellations or reschedules are not permitted due to weather.
  • We reserve the right to cancel our tours in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If we do cancel your tour due to inclement weather, you may reschedule, subject to availability, or receive a full refund.

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