Boston’s maritime history is characterized in part by the beacons that light up the harbor and make the nearby waterways safe for mariners. This three-hour experience begins with a 45 moment described visit on an agreeable vessel through the Boston Harbor Islands, where you will encounter the rich sea history of the islands with a park officer. Disembark at Little Brewster Island to visit the first and oldest lighthouse station in the United States, and the last to hold a U.S. Coast Guard attendant. Bring a lunch while you appreciate an extraordinary and remarkable perspective on Boston Harbor. Tours withdraw from the Boston Harbor Island Pavilion on the Rose Kennedy Greenway, at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and State Street, across from Quincy Market. Among the places that make Boston so distinctive, these trusted lighthouses have ensured whaling, shipping, business fishing and maritime vessels through brutal storms and hazy days. Discover Boston's nautical past and hear stories of shipwrecks, heroism, and sentiment.