Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade Express Ferry

The 70th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off on Saturday, March 14 at 11 AM. Enjoy convenient, express service between Jamestown and Perrotti Park, Newport. One-Way and Round-Trip passages are available. Perrotti Park is just steps away from the parade route! 

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Jamestown Newport Ferry

Event Cruise Options

Private Ferries & Boat Charters

Land, Sea, & Sky Packages

Conanicut Gift Shop & Arcade

Jazz Festival Express Boats

From Jamestown
From Ann Street Pier, Newport
During the Folk and Jazz Festival there will be Express transportation to Fort Adams from Jamestown and Ann Street Pier. During this time the Hop-On Hop-Off Ferry will have an altered schedule that can be found by clicking here.

Upcoming Events & Cruise options

Cruise RI offers the best cruising experience in Rhode Island with holiday event cruises, relaxing mimosa cruises, group tours, and scenic bay cruises, all showcasing the beauty of the bay and creating unforgettable memories.

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Event Cruises

75 Minutes | Starting February, 2026

Seal & Harbor Cruises

75 Minutes | Runs April - November

Lighthouse & Mimosa Cruises

75 Minutes | Runs April - November

Scenic Bay Cruises

75 Minutes | Runs May - September 1

Cocktail Cruises

Private Event Charters

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Experience Our Seal & Harbor Tour

Cruise aboard the Coastal Queen, a warm, covered and enclosed vessel featuring a grand center bar. Binoculars are provided for optimal seal viewing. Use Promo Code Seal26 for 15% off Friday Tours in March! 

Seal & Harbor Tour

The Jamestown

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  • A 40-foot Dyer hull
  • Coast Guard inspected for 34 passengers
  • Harbor touring system that is triggered by GPS way points
  • Full-service bar and great views from every seat
  • Hard top, side curtains and heated passenger area

Katherine

  • A 42-foot Downeast hull
  • Coast Guard inspected for 48 passengers
  • Full-service bar
  • Hardtop, side curtains, and a heated cabin

Coastal Princess

  • Coast Guard inspected for 82 passengers (please note that the number may be reduced to accommodate catering, entertainment, and weather considerations)
  • Best for mid-size groups
  • Onboard bar and restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Coastal Queen

  • A 58-foot excursion boat
  • Coast Guard inspected for 148 passengers (please note that for comfort purposes we cruise with 110 max, and passenger count may decrease if catering options are added). 
  • Upper deck features a hard top and side curtains 
  • Glass-enclosed lower deck offers a full-service bar, snack bar, cafe-style seating and a heated cabin