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People walk along a waterfront boardwalk near docked boats and a large building with an American flag. The scene is lively, with clear skies and groups of people enjoying the area.
A white tour boat sails on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., with the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and a stone bridge visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
A large riverboat named Cherry Blossom with a yellow paddle wheel is docked by a waterfront building and a tower, with an American flag flying on top, on a sunny day.
A white and blue tour boat named “Admiral Tilp” with passengers on board cruises on a river. In the background, a larger riverboat with yellow trim is docked. The weather is sunny and calm.
Two boats travel on a river: a white paddle steamboat with a yellow paddlewheel in the background, and a smaller boat named Matthew Hayes with passengers in the foreground. Trees and buildings line the shore.
A sightseeing boat named Miss Christie sails on a river, with passengers visible on deck. In the background, a large historic mansion sits atop a tree-covered hill.
A white and yellow paddlewheel riverboat named Cherry Blossom cruises on a calm river, carrying passengers on open decks. An American flag flies at the top, and trees are visible in the background under a blue sky.
A white and green water taxi labeled Alexandria - National Harbor Water Taxi is docked by a riverside with trees and buildings in the background. Several people are seated on the boat.
A bright yellow Potomac Water Taxi travels on the river in front of the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument in Washington, D.C., with trees and cars visible along the embankment.
A bright yellow water taxi glides along a river with modern, curved apartment buildings and trees in the background under a blue sky.
A yellow water taxi travels on a river with cherry blossom trees, a large brick building, and the U.S. Capitol dome visible in the background under a cloudy sky.
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City Cruises provides water taxi service from Old Town Alexandria to Washington, D.C. via water taxis to The Wharf, National Harbor, and Georgetown.

City Cruises’ Navy Yard Loop transports riders between Old Town Alexandria and Diamond Teague Dock at Navy Yard Park, directly connecting Northern Virginians to Nationals Park, Audi Field, and the vibrant Navy Yard district.

City Cruises also offers seasonal sightseeing tours that takes you to the heart of our nation’s historic past, for an experience that’s just as entertaining as it is informative. Explore the home of George Washington, cruise past iconic monuments, and even bring your pup along for the ride! City Cruises also offers private charters for groups, students and weddings.