Capitol River Cruises provides boat tours along the Potomac River that provide tourists a historical account of the city's most important landmarks and attractions. The boat tours, which can take up to 90 people on their 45-minute excursion, allow tourists to see the Washington Monument, LBJ Memorial, The Watergate, Lincoln Memorial, Kennedy Center, Memorial Bridge, Roosevelt Island, Key Bridge, Jefferson Memorial, Maritime Memorial and the Curtis-Lee Mansion. Guests can enjoy snacks, beer, wine and soda onboard.
Capitol River Cruises
Washington Harbor, Georgetown
31st & K Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
800-405-5511
capitolrivercruises.com
DC Ducks Tours allow visitors to explore Washington DC on original 1942 fully-restored Duck boats. These one-of-a-kind adventures on half-boat, half-truck vehicles allow tourists to explore the city by both land and sea. Tours begin at Union Station and provide a narrated excursion filled with interesting information about the city's attractions.
DC Ducks
Old Town Trolley Desk
50 Massachusetts Ave. NE
800-213-2474
visiticket.com
The Potomac Riverboat Company features a "Washington by Water Monuments" cruise along the Potomac River. The tour gives visitors historical background of sights, such as the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial and the Washington Monument. Passengers may purchase one-way or round-trip tickets, with stopovers allowed. The cruise sails from Old Town Alexandria and Georgetown.
Potomac Riverboat Company
Washington Harbor 31st and K Street
Washington, DC
877-511-2628
potomacriverboatco.com
Entertainment Cruises provide a tour that combines sightseeing excursions and dining. Boats, such as the Odyssey, provide elegant dining and dancing. The Spirit of Mount Vernon travels from Washington D.C. to Mount Vernon (George Washington's estate) in Virginia. This 40 minute-trip, includes a narrated riverfront tour and discounted admission to Mount Vernon.
Entertainment Cruises
Gangplank Marina
600 Water St. SW
Washington, DC 20024
866-404-8439
entertainmentcruises.com
