9 Speedboat Rides in the USA, Compared

1.Circle Line “The Beast” Midtown/Downtown Speedboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,259 reviews · 30 min · from $34Our pick

Review of NYC’s 30-minute Beast speedboat ride, with Statue of Liberty views, skyline thrills, practical tips, pricing, and family advice.

“Excellent value for money & simply the Best way to see Libby & the Lower Manhatten skyline. Got soaked, loved it... just a shame boat wasn't full... However everyone on board clearly enjoyed it!!! Hats off to the driver & crew member taking time with everyone's photos & safety on board... Thanks loved it!!!”

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2.City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,115 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Review of Boston’s high-speed whale watch to Stellwagen Bank, with practical advice on wildlife sightings, seasickness, weather, price, and value.

“The scientists and crew were very passionate about the animals, and that came through during the tour. They were very knowledgeable with an injection of humor, albeit a little bit on the corny side, but enough to make one smile. We had the privilege of seeing a pair of humpbacks during our time in the feeding grounds and witnessed a fluke. They are truly remarkable animals.”

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3.Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,025 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Review of Miami’s 45-minute speedboat tour, with mansion views, skyline sights, practical tips, safety details, and honest value advice.

“BEWARE! We booked a 2pm before the airport. Received an email that it was DELAYED do to unforeseen circumstances with no time. Said we could receive a refund. Then they booked us at 2:30. Not acceptable since we were heading to the airport after the delay. Asked for a refund. MIRACULOUSLY the 2pm opened back up. We weren’t there. No refund. You know they just oversold. Bunch of scammers.”

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4.Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,829 reviews · 45 min · from $45

Review of Miami’s 45-minute speedboat tour, with skyline views, mansion spotting, South Beach, practical tips, pricing, and honest advice.

“Geeat speadboat tour. Great to see Miami‘s skyline and some nice rich people‘s houses at Miami Beach. Recomendation!”

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5.San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 716 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Captain your own speedboat around San Diego Harbor, passing the USS Midway, sea lions, Coronado Bridge, and historic ships.

“David was an exceptional tour guide. Very informative about rules and the sites we got to visit. It was fun jumping through waves in the bay, definitely would do again.”

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6.City Cruises Chicago: Seadog Lakefront Speedboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 642 reviews · 30 - 75 minutes · from $42

Review of Chicago’s Seadog speedboat ride, with skyline views, live history commentary, music, splashes, pricing, and practical tips.

“We had a lot of fun on the speed boat. Ted the Bear was very entertaining”

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7.45-Minute Sea Rocket Speed Boat & Dolphin Cruise in Ocean City MD

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 585 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Review of Ocean City’s 45-minute Sea Rocket dolphin cruise, with speed, ocean views, pricing, wet-weather tips, and booking advice.

“A nice boat ride even though the dolphins weren’t en route. Got quite wet, lost an earring, but enjoyed the trip…. Just wish it was longer.”

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8.St Petersburg Speed Boat Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · from $99

Drive your own mini speedboat across Tampa Bay, spot dolphins, and see Fort De Soto on this lively 90-minute St. Petersburg tour.

“This was so much fun! Captain Scott ended up giving us a private tour because others had cancelled. He is very knowledgeable and gives very good instructions. We had a great time and got to hear some fun stories about the area. If you take this tour, request Captain Scott, he is the best!”

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9.Circle Line: NYC BEAST Speedboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 458 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Ride Circle Line’s NYC BEAST at up to 45 mph, get close to the Statue of Liberty, and enjoy a fast, wet harbor adventure.

“We had such a good time! If you really want to get wet we suggest sitting in the very back of the boat. However, you’ll get wet regardless of where you sit. My son had a ball and we are looking forward to the next time we book!”

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