Boston Light Tours
Come Experience the Nation’s Oldest Lighthouse Station
The only tours that land on Little Brewster Island!
Established in 1716, the Boston Light is the first and oldest lighthouse station in the country. During the American Revolution, Boston Light was damaged by attacks of patriot militia, and later destroyed by British troops as they left Boston Harbor. The current tower was built in 1783 and is the last light station in the country to be staffed by a US Coast Guard light keeper.
Boston Light Tour 2010
Our three-hour adventure
begins with a boat cruise and a narrated tour on a comfortable vessel
through Boston Harbor Islands, where you will experience the geology
and rich maritime history of the islands with a National Park Service
ranger. Guests disembark at Little
Brewster to visit the first and
oldest lighthouse station in the United States, and the last to retain
a Coast Guard keeper - Boston Light.
Tour Description
Climb the 76 steps up Boston Light's tower and
see the historic Fresnel lens. Enjoy this unique and unforgettable view
of Boston Harbor from its most recognized gateway, accompanied by a
National Park Service Ranger and the U.S. Coast Guard auxiliary.
- During your ranger-guided adventure to Little Brewster Island, you'll enjoy:
- An exciting boat ride to the island, leaving from Boston and voyaging through the Harbor Islands national park area
- Chronicles of the maritime traditions of Boston Harbor and island life, past and present
- Views of the park's three lighthouses: Graves Light, Long Island Head Light, and Boston Light
- A tour of Little Brewster Island, where you'll meet the US Coast Guard light keeper, view the light station structures like the cistern and oil house, and climb the 76 steps to the top of the tower for a close up look at Boston Light's Fresnel lens
For Groups of 25 of more, please call 617-223-8040 or email to inquire about our discount group pricing!