Washington DC · POTOMAC RIVER CRUISES

The 9 Best Potomac River Sightseeing Cruises

9 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Boats leave from the Wharf, Georgetown and Old Town Alexandria, and the water taxi is a real way to cross rather than a novelty. The 9 below are compared on departure point, length and whether commentary comes with them.

Washington DC: Sightseeing Tour with Potomac River Cruise - From the Capitol to the White House
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Washington DC: Sightseeing Tour with Potomac River Cruise

1.Sightseeing Tour with Potomac River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 311 reviews · from $79Our pick

See Washington DC’s key monuments by coach, on foot, and by Potomac cruise, with a guide, bottled water, and six hours of sightseeing.

“Our guide Tyrone was awesome and very knowledgeable, driver Chris kept us in schedule. Wonderful excursion for first time visitors even under COVID restrictions.”

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VIP Mount Vernon Day Trip & Potomac River Cruise - Seeing Mount Vernon from the river
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VIP Mount Vernon Day Trip & Potomac River Cruise

Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar - What the two-hour cruise feels like
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Washington, DC: Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

3.Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 89 reviews · 2 hours · from $74

Review of DC’s two-hour Potomac yacht cruise with premium open bar, DJ music, city views, snacks, costs, tips, and who should book.

“Disappointed in the “meet up” location. Not sure why it wouldn’t just say to meet at the boat as opposed to across the street in front of the random movie theater. A guide never showed there so we did go back to the boat where they were waiting to show our tickets. Ultimately we had a nice time. The staff were wonderful. A bit costly if you’re not really a drinker but if you are totally worth it.”

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Washington DC: Potomac Cruise and Georgetown Walking Tour - Arriving in Georgetown by water
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Washington DC: Potomac Cruise and Georgetown Walking Tour

Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour - A cupcake stop at Baked & Wired
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Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour

6.Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · from $71

Cruise the Potomac to Georgetown, then explore historic streets, JFK landmarks, Georgetown University, and enjoy a Baked & Wired cupcake.

“Travel with an open mind to learn about the history of Georgetown. Needless to say, the boat tour is good to enjoy. Ryan was a great guide. Very well-informed and was able to answer questions”

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Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River - Watergate and the Kennedy Center from the river
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Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River

7.Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74

Review of Washington DC’s Boomerang party yacht cruise, with Potomac views, open bar, music, snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Highly recommended, did it for my bfs bday trip and the drinks were great! We had a really good time and the service was awesome”

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