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Washington DC
A water taxi service will take visitors past cherry blossoms and monuments.
Cherry blossom season is upon us and City Cruises Washington, D.C. is ready to provide an unparalleled perspective of the capital’s most beloved season – offering a variety of experiences to witness the cherry blossom trees from the water during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
The Potomac Water Taxi features routes that connect Old Town Alexandria with The Wharf in D.C., Georgetown and National Harbor. Festival-goers traveling on the water taxi can explore the city in style while enjoying unobstructed, up-close views of the cherry blossoms as well as the national monuments and other well-known sights along the river.
In addition to the water taxi service, City Cruises will offer its popular dining experiences with options for brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can come aboard City Cruises’ luxurious yachts to take in views of the cherry blossoms, while enjoying delicious cuisine and specialty cocktails.
City Cruises’ Cherry Blossom Experiences include:
• WATER TAXI SIGHTSEEING CRUISES (CLICK HERE) View the most iconic time of year on the Potomac with up-close views of the Cherry Blossoms from the Potomac Water Taxi!
Dates: Cruises run daily from March 20 to April 14
Departure Location: Round-trip routes are available from The Wharf, Old Town Alexandria, National Harbor, and Georgetown.
Time: Cruises run hourly starting as early as 11:30am (depending on departure location)
• PREMIER DINING CRUISES (CLICK HERE) Revel in the sights of the cherry blossom trees aboard The Odyssey while enjoying a delicious meal on the water and taking in the sights of the Jefferson Memorial, Kennedy Center, Georgetown waterfront, and Lincoln Memorial.
Brunch Cruises
Dates: March 23, March 24, March 30, April 6, April 7, April 13, and April 14
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Time: Boarding at 10:45 a.m.; Cruise from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Lunch Cruises
Dates: Cruises available daily on weekdays from March 20 until April 12 (some exclusions apply)
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Time: Boarding at 11:15 a.m.; Cruise from 12 noon-2 p.m.
Dinner Cruises
Dates: March 20, March 22, March 23, March 24, March 28, March 29, March 30, April 5, April 7, April 11, April 12, April 13, and April 14
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Sunday-Thursday Time: Boarding at 5:15 pm; Cruise from 6-9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday Time: Boarding at 6:15 pm; Cruise from 7-10 p.m.
SIGNATURE DINING CRUISES (CLICK HERE) There’s no better place to dine and experience the Cherry Blossom Festival than from a new perspective – out on the water! Treat yourself to a delicious meal and historical tour of some of the most iconic landmarks in the country like Old Town Alexandria, the National Harbor, and the Washington Monument.
Brunch Cruises
Dates: March 24, April 7 and April 14
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Time: Boarding at 10:45 a.m.; Cruise from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Lunch Cruises
Dates: Cruises available daily from March 22 until April 13 (some exclusions apply)
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Weekday Time: Boarding at 11:15 a.m;. Cruise from 12 noon to 2 p.m.
Weekend Time: Boarding at 10:45 a.m.; Cruise from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Dinner Cruises
Dates: March 22, March 23, March 24, March 30, April 5, and April 12
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Sunday-Thursday Time: Boarding at 5:15 p.m.; Cruise from 6-8:30 p.m.
Friday-Saturday Time: Boarding at 6:15 p.m.; Cruise from 7-9:30 p.m.
FIREWORKS DINNER CRUISES (CLICK HERE)
Enjoy the PetalPalooza Fireworks with a front-row seat from our climate-controlled boats and experience an unforgettable evening of D.C.’s best celebration!
Date: April 6
Departure Location: Pier 4 at The Wharf; 580 Water Street SW
Premier Time: Boarding at 6:15 p.m.; Cruise from 7-10 p.m.
Signature Time: Boarding at 6:15 p.m.; Cruise from 7-9:30 p.m.
Cruise routes and availability are subject to change.
For more information on all offerings and to book an upcoming experience aboard City Cruises Washington D.C., visit www.citycruises.com/washingtondc.
