The old saying goes, "Why have a boat when you can have a friend with a boat..." or something like that.

Because owning a boat is 1). Expensive 2). A lot of upkeep. And 3). Expensive.

There is another option, renting a boat. Unfortunately, boat rentals are usually expensive...but not this summer.

Inexpensive Boat Rentals Boston Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts

According to a Boston Uncovered article, Boston Electric Boats is an inexpensive boat rental company out of Boston.

For only $42, you can be your own captain, cruising around Boston Harbor with views of Southie, Seaport, The Garden, and other Boston highlights.

Obviously, the first thing I thought of was what a great proposal idea...and an inexpensive one.

But for that amount of intimacy, it may be a little more money.

The electric boats, which have a max speed of 6 mph, seat 12 people. The boat itself costs $499 for 2 hours.

If you have three people or twelve people, the cost is the same. But, if you can come up with 12 people, like a friends night out or a bachelor party, it is only $42 per person!

Chartered Boat Rentals in Boston Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts

Boston Electric Boats also does chartered rides, if being your own captain is making you a little sea sick.

They even offer charcuterie boards and other additional services - check them out on their website.

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