Potomac River Cruise Tours
See the capital from the water: cruises along the Potomac River glide past the monuments, Georgetown and the Wharf. Choose a sightseeing cruise, a lunch, brunch or dinner cruise, a party yacht, or pilot your own small boat from the lively Wharf district — a relaxing way to take in the skyline.
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Potomac Cruises in Washington DC — FAQ
What do Potomac River cruises offer?
Options range from scenic sightseeing cruises past the monuments to lunch, brunch and dinner cruises, party yachts, and self-drive boat rentals from the Wharf.
Can you see the monuments from a Potomac cruise?
Yes — cruises offer water-level views of the Jefferson Memorial, the Mall’s skyline, Georgetown and the Kennedy Center.
Where do Potomac cruises depart?
Most leave from the Wharf or Georgetown waterfront in D.C., with some sailing to Old Town Alexandria across the river.