FAQ
We recommend buying tickets in advance as most cruises sell out. We can not sell more than 70 tickets for any cruise so buy your tickets early to ensure you can come aboard. Check availability online.
The pirate ship sailsRain or Shine (we will sail in rain.) Please plan to dress according to the weather including rain jackets, ponchos, and umbrellas. If the Captain deems the weather unsafe to sail (i.e., thunder, lightning, high winds) and a cruise must be canceled, passengers will be notified by phone prior to the cruise and rain checks will be issued. If a cruise is interrupted by unsafe weather conditions and the boat must return to the dock rain checks will be issued depending on the length of your sailing.
There is a head on board the pirate ship (bathroom, for you landlubbers) which is large enough for a parent and their child. We do not sell food or drinks aboard the ship, but passengers may bring drinks and snacks aboard.
Yes, strollers are allowed on board, but collapsible umbrella models are recommended.
Yes, the pirate ship is handicap accessible for wheelchairs of all sizes.
Yes, there is some seating available at the back of the ship and around each of the masts, although we encourage everyone to get up and take part in the pirate activities. Landlubbers will walk the plank!
No, the water cannons on the ship only point off the boat, although there may be some spray from the wind.
No, but there are many metered parking spots parking garages located around Fells Point. Parking Instructions.
No. There are life jackets for every passenger aboard the pirate ship but the Coast Guard has deemed it safe to not wear life jackets during the normal Urban Pirates cruise. If there is an emergency our highly trained staff will lead passengers to wear life jackets to ensure their safety and well-being if necessary.
No, the pirate ship does not allow smoking on board the ship.
Possibly, but unlikely. It's a smooth sail unless we hit a wake from another boat.
We need a minimum of 20 people to book a cruise in order for us to sail. We reserve the right to reschedule your cruise if under 20 tickets are sold for any cruise.
The pirate ship will depart promptly 30 minutes after check-in time. Passengers who have not checked-in 10 minutes prior to cruise departure will forfeit their reservations. No refunds or rescheduling will be issued for passengers who miss departure.
Thank you for your interest in Urban Pirates! In order to consider your request for a donation this form must be completed and mailed to the address listed on it. We appreciate the opportunities you offer us to reach out into the community. Requests must be received at least two months in advance of required date. Urban Pirates receives numerous requests for charity events and unfortunately we cannot fulfill all donations; however, we will do our best.