Potomac Water Taxi
Our water taxi service offers routes connecting The Wharf to Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor.
View the schedule to see departure times at your nearest location. Take in the sights along the Potomac River, and download the City Experiences app to enjoy audio tours on your next narrated sightseeing cruise. Download the app from the Apple Store and Google Play Store.
Skip the Traffic, Take the Water Taxi
Hop between Georgetown, The Wharf, Navy Yard, Old Town Alexandria and National Harbor, with monument views along the way.
Featured Cruises & Water Taxis
Where to Meet
Find your departure dock below.
The Wharf View Map
- Dock: Transit Pier, 950 Wharf St SW
- Drop-Off: 950 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC
- Pedestrian access only. Located between Blair Alley SW & 9th St SW
Georgetown View Map
- 3100 K St NW, Washington, DC
- Approximate trip time: 30 minutes
- Georgetown Dock is not Wheelchair accessible
- Please note: our water taxi route traveling from Georgetown directly to Old Town Alexandria is our Monuments Cruise
Alexandria City Marina View Map
- 0 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA
- Located behind the Torpedo Factory Art Center
- Approximate trip time: 30 minutes
National Harbor View Map
- 145 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD
- Approximate trip time: 45 minutes
Water Taxi Passes
Discover Washington, DC from the Water
Few cities pair history and scenery like the nation's capital. From The Wharf to Old Town Alexandria, City Cruises Washington, DC offers dining cruises on the Potomac River, along with monument sightseeing cruises, water taxi service and trips to Mount Vernon. Enjoy delicious food, views of iconic landmarks, and a side of DC you can only see from the water.