Private Boat Rentals in Baltimore's Inner Harbor
Looking for a Baltimore boat rental that's actually private? Step aboard a sleek 18-foot luxury picnic boat and cruise the Inner Harbor your way — no crowded tour boat, no fixed itinerary, just you and up to eight guests. Bring your own food, drinks, and playlist, and take in the skyline, historic ships, and waterfront from the best seat in the city: the water.
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An afternoon — or evening — on the water, on your terms
Every Yachtsy rental is always private, so the boat is yours for the full two hours — no strangers, no schedule but your own. Our picnic boats are built for comfort and easy cruising, with spacious seating for eight, a built-in Bluetooth sound system so anyone can be the DJ, and plenty of room to spread out a spread.
- The whole boat is yours — never shared
- Seats up to 8 guests, all ages welcome
- BYO food, drinks & playlist — no bar tab, no markups
- Built-in Bluetooth sound system on board
- No experience needed — add a driver for $25/hr, split with your group
- 2-hour cruises, departing from the Inner Harbor
What you'll see on the water
Baltimore's Inner Harbor is one of the most scenic stretches of waterfront on the East Coast — and there's no better way to take it in than from your own boat. Cruise past the National Aquarium, the Historic Ships including the USS Constellation, and the shops and restaurants of Harborplace.
Drift toward Federal Hill Park for skyline views, then point toward the colorful rowhouses and waterfront dining of Little Italy and Fell's Point. Whether you want a lazy sightseeing loop or a sunset cruise to cap off the day, you set the course.
Nearby in the Inner Harbor
The dock sits in the heart of it all — here's where to go before or after your cruise.
Harborplace & the Promenade
Waterfront shops and restaurants right where you set off.
National Aquarium
One of the nation's best, lining the Inner Harbor.
Federal Hill Park
A short cruise across the harbor for the city's best skyline vantage.
Fell's Point & Little Italy
Historic cobblestone streets, crab houses, and classic Italian dining.
One rate. Any day.
- Always private — the whole boat is yours
- Up to 8 guests, all ages welcome
- BYO food & drinks · onboard Bluetooth speaker
- No experience needed — optional driver, $25/hr (shared among your group)
- Free rescheduling up to 48 hours before (cancellation terms)
Total at checkout: about $426 — the $380 boat rental plus tax and booking fee. Nothing else unless you add extras.
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“The boat ride was dreamy and idyllic. And our driver, Alexis, enhanced the experience with her positive energy and historic facts… I definitely want to do this again.”
“Me and my husband had a great time doing a two-hour evening ride… the best part is really taking in the views. Everything was great from start to finish.”
A backdrop for the moments you'll retell
Baltimore groups book us for birthday boat cruises, bachelorette boat parties, and everything in between.
Good to know
Up to 8 guests
All ages welcome. Pets are welcome too — any over 25 lbs counts as one of your eight.
BYO & Bluetooth
Bring your own food and drinks; stream your playlist over the onboard Bluetooth speaker. No smoking of any kind on board.
Life jackets aboard
Life jackets for all ages are stored under the seats. Children 13 and under are required to wear one.
Restrooms at the marina
Restrooms are available in the marina building — we recommend a quick stop before you set sail.
No swimming
For everyone's safety, swimming in the Inner Harbor is not permitted.
Flexible booking
Free rescheduling or cancellation up to 48 hours before your cruise. Cancellation terms
From booked to aboard in minutes
- Pick your date & timeChoose the day and the two-hour window that suits your group.
- Reserve onlineComplete your booking for instant confirmation — sign waivers ahead of time, too.
- Arrive at the Inner Harbor dockBring your food, drinks, and playlist, step aboard, and cast off.
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The best seat in the city is on the water
Pick your date, reserve online, and you're set. Instant confirmation, free rescheduling up to 48 hours before.
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