Providence Parks

Illuminated Swan Paddleboat Rides 2026

Open Nightly – October 1 – November 1
6:00PM- 11:00PM (Weather Permitting)

Location:
Roger Williams Park, Polo Lake (dock next to the zoo entrance)

Admission:
Age 13 and older: $12.00
Children : $8.00 (Ages 2-12) Life jackets required and are provided for (Ages 1-12)
(Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

For more information, please contact Cynthia at (508) 984-8264 or visit https://gondolaus.com/illuminated-swan-paddleboat-rides/.

Boat Rentals

Swan Boats:

30 minute rentals

Adults – $10.00 (13 & older)

Children – $5.00
(12 and under must wear a life jacket)

Single person – $15.00 (minimum)

Electric Boats

30 minute rentals
– $20 Boat Upgrade plus pricing listed below

Adults – $10.00 (13 & older)

Children – $5.00
(12 and under must wear a life jacket)
Operator must be at least 16 years old and have a cell phone with them.

Single person – $15.00 (minimum)

Kayaks

One hour rental
Kayaks (One person)

For ages 10 & Up

$15.00 for first hour
$10.00 add’l. hour

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult in a separate kayak.

Pirate Tours

Climb aboard our 21 foot Pirate Boat for a 25 minute cruise around Pleasure Lake, Willow Lake and Polo Lake with Captain Jack.

Admission – $15.00 (Ages 13 & older)

Children – $10.00 (Ages 1-12)
(all children must be accompanied by an adult)

Families – $10.00 (Adults with children)

Free Boating

Free Boating Opportunities available in Roger Williams Park!

• Kayak, canoes, paddleboards, or electric motors only. No GAS powered motors allowed.
• Boat Launch access located between the Temple to Music and the softball field.