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12 Best Washington Dc Cruises

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The 12 most popular washington dc cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.

12 Best Washington Dc Cruises

National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets - Meeting point, timing, and how the day flows (so you’re not stressed)
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National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

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1.National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

See Washington DC’s National Mall in one day with 10+ stops, expert live guide, and a seasonal Potomac River cruise or winter memorials.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“There was nothing in description about walking. There was quite a bit of walking. Also the tour guide never waited till we got to the group. We are the grandparents and we would have liked to hear what was being said. We feel we missed quite a bit.”

1,212 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $87.00by Signature Tours of DC

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Washington, DC: Full-Day Tour with a Scenic River Cruise - Your ride: luxury bus comfort plus convertible-style views
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Washington, DC: Full-Day Tour with a Scenic River Cruise

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2.Washington, DC: Full-Day Tour with a Scenic River Cruise

See DC’s top monuments in 6 hours with a live guide, photo stops, and a seasonal Potomac River cruise plus waterfront lunch in summer.

★ 4.7

“Derrick is very knowledgeable and made it very interesting. He even helped to take couple of pictures. Bus was comfortable and boat ride was really good too. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you!”

571 reviews6 hoursFrom $71by USA GUIDED TOURS

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National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets - Meeting point, timing, and how the day flows (so you’re not stressed)
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National Mall Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

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3.National Mall Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, Entry Tickets

National Mall bus tour with 10+ stops, seasonal Potomac cruise, and upgrades to Washington Monument or Air & Space or African American museum.

★ 4.6

“This was definitely worth the money! Taking a tour of D.C. with a guide is a great experience! Our tour guide James was very knowledgeable and he made this the best experience! He was very kind and funny. Our bus driver Kris did an amazing job getting us around the town even with all of…”

317 reviews6 - 8 hoursFrom $87by Signature Tours DC

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Washington DC: Sightseeing Tour with Potomac River Cruise - Capitol grounds: the best start for first-timers
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Washington DC: Sightseeing Tour with Potomac River Cruise

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DC City Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets - Entering the US Capitol and Capitol Hill on Foot
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DC City Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets

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5.DC City Tour with 10+ Stops, Boat Cruise, Admission Tickets

6-hour DC highlights tour with US Capitol entry, Capitol Hill walk, Potomac River cruise, White House photos, and timed-entry add-ons.

★ 4.5

“Great tour today with Tyrone and Chris the driver. Very detailed tour and Tyrone made it very personable, good guy. Great value for money Got to see everything in the few hours, was ideal Thanks Stephen Co Kerry Ireland”

203 reviews6 hoursFrom $87by DC Guided Tours

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Washington DC: River Cruise & DC City Tour + Entry Ticket - Capitol Hill on foot: US Capitol entry and the reflecting pool area
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Washington DC: River Cruise & DC City Tour + Entry Ticket

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Washington DC: Mt. Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise - Potomac River cruise with VIP seating: the views are only half the point
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Washington DC: Mt. Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise

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VIP Mount Vernon Day Trip & Potomac River Cruise - Starting at The Wharf DC: cruise views and the Titanic Memorial moment
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VIP Mount Vernon Day Trip & Potomac River Cruise

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8.VIP Mount Vernon Day Trip & Potomac River Cruise

Small-group Potomac ferry plus a guided Mount Vernon walk with lunch voucher included. See DC sights, then step into Washington’s estate.

★ 4.5

“Wonderful way to see sights along the potomac. The house and grounds were wonderful to explore but wish we had had a bit more time. So much to see there. Ryan, our guide, was great!”

101 reviewsFrom $169.00by Walks - USA

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Washington DC: Mt. Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise - Potomac River cruise with VIP seating: the views are only half the point
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Washington DC: Mt. Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise

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City Bus Tour, Seasonal Cruise, Optional Air & Space or Monument - Your route: from Capitol and White House to Vietnam’s memorials
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City Bus Tour, Seasonal Cruise, Optional Air & Space or Monument

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10.City Bus Tour, Seasonal Cruise, Optional Air & Space or Monument

DC in 6 hours by air-conditioned bus. See major memorials and the seasonal Potomac River cruise. Optional museum upgrades.

★ 4.5

“I don’t even know where to beginning, the tour started late and we were treated as if we were children on a school trip. Everything took forever to get done. We could barely hear our guide throughout the tour and he would stand and talk in the sun. The lunch break we had made it…”

83 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $87.00by DC Guided Tours

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Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour - Cruise to Georgetown: looking at the city like a postcard
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Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour

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11.Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour

Potomac River cruise and guided Georgetown walk with landmarks from the water, Old Stone House, Kennedy stops, and a Baked & Wired cupcake.

★ 4.5

“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”

74 reviewsFrom $71.00by Walks - USA

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Washington DC: Family Treasure Hunt River Cruise - Where to board at Washington Harbour (and what to do right away)
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Washington DC: Family Treasure Hunt River Cruise

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