The 4 Best Sailing Trips in Washington DC

1.Potomac River Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

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

Board a double-decker party yacht at Georgetown Waterfront for a two-hour Potomac cruise with a premium open bar, music, and a complimentary pre-packed snack. Choose a daytime, sunset, or evening sailing for different city views. The cruise does not stop, and you must be 21 or older with ID to board.

“It was okay. It would be good if the guide provide us info about the place while we are traveling”

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2.Sailboat Cruise on Chesapeake Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Sail for about two and a half hours aboard the 42-foot yacht Eternal Hope, with a maximum of six people. From Chesapeake Beach, you’ll pass the Cliffs of Calvert and may spot ospreys, dolphins, stingrays, or ships in the shipping channel. Crew members including Captain Andy and First Mate Stephanie have shared local history and nature along the way.

“Great afternoon sailing along the Maryland coast. Friendly and knowledgeable crew kept us entertained with history and nature commentary as we sailed along.”

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3.Private Yacht Tour along Washington DC Waterfront

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $99

Board a private yacht at Tony and Joe’s Seafood Place for an approximately two-hour Potomac cruise past the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Georgetown, the Three Sisters, Roosevelt Island, and the Kennedy Center. A USCG-licensed captain handles the boat, fuel, and docking fees. Bring food and drinks, connect your music by Bluetooth, or ask about a longer trip to the DC Wharf.

“The stories with history that made them fascinating with Captain Shane’s unique perspective. Weather wasn’t great but that didn’t matter”

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4.Party Yacht Cruise along Potomac River

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

Board Boomerang Boat Tours’ double-decker yacht at Georgetown for a two-hour Potomac cruise past the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials, the Kennedy Center, and more. Choose a daytime, sunset, or nighttime departure. Music, a premium open bar, and light packaged snacks are included, but the ride is not narrated.

“The staff were very nice and welcoming. Great music and drinks. We were among a larger, younger crowd. The house DJ played a variety of music and welcomed guests song selection.”

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