whale watching boston

Are you looking to go on a whale watch tour this summer in Massachusetts but don’t want to pay full price?

There are so many ways to save on tickets for Whale Watching in Boston and Massachusetts, and it’s one of the best things to do in Boston on weekends.

Keep in mind there’s only one whale watch tour directly out of Boston and that is the New England Aquarium Whale Watch from Boston Harbor Cruises (get the biggest discount through Goldstar). However, there are a lot of different options from North Shore and South Shore towns in Massachusetts as well!

Here are discounts and deals for Whale Watching tours in Massachusetts to help save money:

New England Aquarium Whale Watch from Boston Harbor Cruises, Boston:

Capt. Bill and Sons Whale Watching, Gloucester:

  • Discount tickets often available via Groupon daily deal, terms and conditions may apply
  • Children under 3 are free
  • Save $5 off adult admission with printable coupon
  • Discount available with military, AAA, CAA, AARP, or a room key

7 Seas Whale Watch, Gloucester:

  • Discount tickets often available via Groupon Daily Deal, terms and conditions may apply (for a limited time)
  • Children under 3 are free
  • $5 discount for students, military, and AAA members
  • Lowest price guarantee: will match any competitors ticket pricing (with the exception of a paid Groupon)

Cape Ann Whale Watch, Gloucester:

  • Discount tickets often available through Groupon Daily Deal, terms and conditions may apply
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • $5 discount for members of AAA, CAA, AARP
  • $5 discount for military members and college students

Newburyport Whale Watch, Newburyport:

  • Discount tickets often available for a limited time with Groupon Daily Deal, terms and conditions may apply
  • Children under 3 are free
  • Family special: 2 adults and 2 children is $125
  • $3 off admission with AAA discount, MTA card, or with military discount

Captain John Boats, Plymouth:

  • Discount tickets are often available on Groupon, terms and conditions may apply
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Active military are free with ID 

Did I miss any of your favorite whale watching tour discounts in Massachusetts? Will you be going on a whale watch soon?