Explore the Kennebec River where shipbuilding began more than 400 years ago and continues today. Cruise down river to enjoy a water view of the museum’s historic shipyard and two of the Kennebec’s famed lighthouses: Doubling Point Light and the Kennebec Range Lights. Then cruise past Bath Iron Works and see spectacular views of the Navy’s most advanced ships taking shape.
Passengers will remain on the boat for the length of the cruise. The Merrymeeting's professionally trained crew provides fascinating narration and a safe, comfortable cruise. We're pleased to offer a snack bar onboard with beer, wine, soda and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring aboard food and non-alcoholic beverages.
By purchasing tickets, you agree to Maine Maritime Museum's cruise ticket Terms & Conditions.
A special 30-minute cruise for our youngest sailors!
These morning cruises will follow our monthly free Story Time with Splash the friendly sea monster. Board our cruise boat Merrymeeting to see Bath Iron Works and downtown Bath from the water, pass under the Sagadahoc and Carlton bridges, and keep your eyes peeled for ospreys, eagles, and maybe even a seal!
Lighthouses were built to be seen from the water and Maine Maritime Museum offers you the chance to see up to ten of Maine’s finest lighthouses the way they were meant to be seen!
On this cruise you will see all the lighthouses along the Kennebec Historic Waterway and through Boothbay Harbor. Keep your camera ready to see:
This cruise is approximately 4 hours long. Passengers will remain on the boat for the length of the cruise. The Merrymeeting's professionally trained crew provides fascinating narration and a safe, comfortable cruise. We're pleased to offer a snack bar onboard with beer, wine, soda and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring aboard food and non-alcoholic beverages.
The namesake of our cruise boat, Merrymeeting Bay is a unique confluence of six Maine rivers; the Kennebec, Androscoggin, Cathance, Eastern, Abagadasset, and the Muddy River all converging to form a truly rare ecosystem.
Pass through the swirling eddies of Chops Point into the virtually untouched serenity of the bay.
This is one of the best places in the state to view bald eagles and migrating waterfowl. Be sure to bring a camera!
Travel the Kennebec River for views of Doubling Point Light, the Kennebec Range Lights, Squirrel Point Light, Perkins Island Light, Pond Island Light, and Seguin Island Light on the horizon. Then travel the winding Sasanoa River with its pristine shores and abundant wildlife!
When weather permits, we'll also cruise the Sheepscot River past Hendricks Head Light.
See some of the Kennebec's most beautiful lighthouses! During this cruise you'll see up to six lighthouses: Doubling Point Light, Kennebec Range Lights, Squirrel Point Light, Perkins Island Light, Pond Island Light, and Seguin Island Light.
Passengers will remain on the boat for the length of the cruise. The Merrymeeting's professionally trained crew provides fascinating narration and a safe, comfortable cruise. We're pleased to offer a snack bar onboard with beer, wine, soda and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring aboard food and non-alcoholic beverages.By purchasing tickets, you agree to Maine Maritime Museum's cruise ticket Terms & Conditions.
Get the inside story of Bath’s iconic shipyard! This combination trolley tour/cruise includes a tour of our Bath Iron Works exhibit, a guided trolley ride past the shipyard where Navy vessels are built, and a one-hour narrated boat cruise.
The tour begins in the immersive exhibit BIW: Building America’s Navy where you’ll experience a high-tech look at the people, processes, and ships of Bath Iron Works and discover why “Bath Built is Best Built.” Then board the trolley for a narrated ride past the shipyard, stopping at key observation areas where your guide will interpret the work and process seen from that location. The trolley will then drop you off to board the museum’s cruise boat, Merrymeeting, for a one-hour cruise featuring spectacular water views of modern shipbuilding construction and naval destroyers. Seating is very limited, reservations are highly recommended. Due to the 2.5 hour duration of the tour it is not recommended for children under 12.
Please note that due to security restrictions, this tour is not permitted to go inside the BIW shipyard.
Merrymeeting's professional crew provides fascinating narration and a safe, comfortable cruise. We're pleased to offer a snack bar onboard with beer, wine, soda and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring aboard food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Celebrate the 4th of July on the water in Bath! Cruise along the Kennebec River’s Long Reach and see spectacular water views of Doubling Point Lighthouse, the historic Percy & Small Shipyard and Bath’s colorful waterfront. Then kick back with your favorite beverage and the enjoy an unbeatable view of the fireworks show! Seating is very limited; reserve early.
Passengers will remain on the boat for the length of the cruise. Merrymeeting's professional crew provides fascinating narration and a safe, comfortable cruise. We're pleased to offer a snack bar onboard with beer, wine, soda and light snacks. Guests are welcome to bring aboard food and non-alcoholic beverages, which can also be purchased in advance from the Sail Shed by Long Reach Kitchen & Catering, our on-site café.
Pints on the Pier is back! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join us in the historic Percy & Small Shipyard to sample some of Maine’s best beers, ciders, and kombucha! Grab some grub from the on-site food trucks and take in the late summer sunset along the Kennebec River. Plus, games, live music and more. Ticket fee includes all beer samples and a commemorative glass*.
This is a 21+ event.
* While supplies last.
Cruise the winding Sasanoa River through Hell's Gates and Townsend Gut to Burnt Island at the head of Boothbay Harbor. Spend approximately an hour ashore exploring this historic five-acre island's nature trails, the 1857 keeper's house, and the still-active 1821 rubble stone light tower, or simply bring along a late-day picnic lunch and marvel in the beauty of the island. The return trip will pass two additional lighthouses, Cuckolds Island Light and Hendricks Head Light, weather permitting.