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title: Narrated Sightseeing Cruise on the Potomac River
slug: potomac-river-sightseeing-cruise-washington-dc
type: attraction
sub_type: sightseeing cruises
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/potomac-river-sightseeing-cruise-washington-dc
city: Washington
state: DC
country: US
address: 3050 K St Northwest
geo:
  lat: 38.90227
  lng: -77.06068
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:43:45.716Z
price_from:
  amount: 25
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Boomerang Sightseeing Cruise
        price: 25
        ticket_types:
          - name: Passenger (3+ yrs)
            min_age: 3
          - name: Infant (0-2 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 2
---
## Overview

Take in iconic landmarks from the water on a one-hour Potomac River cruise in Washington DC. Departing from the Georgetown Waterfront, glide past the Pentagon, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, and more while learning about the rich history of the Nation's Capital.

## What's Included
- 1-hour Potomac River boat tour with pre-recorded historical narration
- Views of Washington DC landmarks
- Access to indoor and outdoor seating areas
- Onboard restrooms
- Professional captain and crew

## What's Not Included
- Outside alcohol, food, cakes, and cupcakes are not permitted on ticketed cruises

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## Ticket Options

- **Boomerang Sightseeing Cruise** — $25.00
  See Washington DC's iconic landmarks from the water on a 1-hour narrated Potomac River cruise. Depart from Georgetown and enjoy indoor seating, an open-air top deck, and onboard drinks available for purchase.
  - Passenger (3+ yrs)
  - Infant (0-2 yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Cruise past DC landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, and Kennedy Center.
* Spacious indoor and outdoor seating areas provide panoramic sightseeing views.
* Pre-recorded historical narration shares stories about Washington DC’s monuments and waterfront.
* Onboard bar offers cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, soft drinks, snacks, and complimentary water.
* Credit cards, Venmo, and Cash App are accepted onboard.
* Family-friendly and suitable for all ages; children ages 3 and under are free.
* Restrooms are available onboard for guest convenience.
* Departs from the Georgetown waterfront area in Washington DC.
* Operates in various weather conditions; dress appropriately for the season.
* Please arrive at the dock a few minutes before departure. The boat uses a shared docking space, loads quickly, and departs on time. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
* Cruises operate rain or shine. If the operator cancels due to unsafe weather, you may reschedule, receive a gift certificate for a future cruise, or request a refund.
* Seasickness is unlikely on the Boomerang yacht. The Potomac River is narrow and typically calm.
* This cruise is not wheelchair accessible due to dock boarding conditions and stairs onboard the vessel.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations - See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What is included in the sightseeing cruise?
The sightseeing cruise includes a 1-hour Potomac River boat tour with pre-recorded historical narration, views of Washington DC landmarks, access to indoor and outdoor seating areas, onboard restrooms, and a professional captain and crew.

### What landmarks will you see during the cruise?
You will see the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Kennedy Center, Georgetown Waterfront, Georgetown University, Memorial Bridge, Theodore Roosevelt Island, and other notable DC landmarks along the Potomac River.

### Is the cruise narrated?
Yes. The cruise features entertaining pre-recorded narration covering the history and landmarks of Washington DC.

### How long is the cruise?
The sightseeing cruise lasts 1 hour.

### Where does the cruise depart from?
The cruise departs from the commercial vessel boarding zone at Washington Harbour in Georgetown, between Fiola Mare Restaurant and Nick's Riverside Grill. The closest address is 3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007.

### When should I arrive for the cruise?
Please arrive at the dock a few minutes before departure. The boat uses a shared docking space, loads quickly, and departs on time. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

### Are food and drinks available onboard?
Yes. Cocktails, beer, wine, seltzers, soft drinks, and snacks are available for purchase onboard. Complimentary water is also provided.

### What payment methods are accepted onboard?
Credit cards, Venmo, and Cash App are accepted onboard.

### Are restrooms available onboard?
Yes. Restrooms are available onboard.

### Is the sightseeing cruise suitable for children?
Yes, this cruise is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Children ages 3 and under cruise free.

### Can outside food or drinks be brought onboard?
No. Outside alcohol, food, cakes, and cupcakes are not permitted on ticketed cruises.

### Does the cruise operate in bad weather?
Cruises operate rain or shine. If the operator cancels due to unsafe weather, you may reschedule, receive a gift certificate for a future cruise, or request a refund.

### Will I get seasick?
Seasickness is unlikely on the Boomerang yacht. The Potomac River is narrow and typically calm.

### Is this cruise wheelchair accessible?
No, this cruise is not wheelchair accessible due to dock boarding conditions and stairs onboard the vessel.