The Wharf is DC’s premier waterfront neighborhood and we here at The Wharf Marina want you to have the best experience ever. Other than boat slip rentals, we bring you closer to a host of new and wonderful experiences that everyone is sure to enjoy! Check out what else you can expect to see here at The Wharf.
Great Experiences at The Wharf Marina
Vintage Yacht Charters
Treat yourself to a wonderful cruising and dining experience on one of Vintage Yacht Charters. Sail on an elegant vintage motor yacht, the Patriot or the Independence, and have a unique luxury experience like no other. Enjoy fine dining, exceptional service, and a relaxing cruise down the Potomac on board these beautiful upscaled yachts.
Sip and Sail
Looking for a way to make your next date night special? Sip and Sail DC is the perfect private sailing experience for a romantic night or afternoon out on the water. Sail aboard a 47’ modern sailing yacht called the Cru Classé, enjoy a curated four-course meal with champagne and wine, and cruise down the Potomac with a stunning view of the city. It’s sure to be a night you’ll never forget.
Be You Charters
Get creative and express yourself with Be You Charters, a unique sailing experience where you can relax, have some food and wine and learn how to paint from Captain QT herself. Whether you have some experience with a brush or are just a beginner, this 2-hour cruise is the perfect opportunity to unleash your inner artist.
Embark DC
Embark DC offers the best private boat tours of DC’s waterways. Choose from either open-row boats or a sedan bridge cruiser and enjoy a guided, customizable tour of DC’s sights and sounds.
Capitol River Cruises
Capitol River Cruises has been in operation in Washington DC for over 30 years. They offer 45-minute long sightseeing tours, private charters, specialty cruises for holidays and special events, and crab feast charters where you can enjoy fresh steamed and seasoned Maryland Blue Crabs in an open-air leisurely cruise down the Potomac.
Reflections Charters
Reflections Charters brings you all sorts of private boat cruises. See all of the city’s best landmarks and learn about their history on their 2-hour narrated guided tours, or let your hair down with food and drinks on a 2 to 3-hour free-form cruise through the most beautiful spots on the Potomac.
Oasis Boat Club
The Oasis Boat Club is the best exclusive members-only boat club in DC. Get access to their top-of-the-line fleet of vessels from pontoons to yachts,, concierge-style staff to assist you, and all the benefits and luxuries of boat ownership without actually having to own a boat. Get different membership levels based on your needs and lifestyle and become a part of DC’s premier boating community.
More Experiences at The Market Docks
The fun doesn’t end there! There’s more to experience at The Market Docks, located off the Market Pier at The Wharf. Don’t miss these amazing opportunities to get out on the water.
Carefree Boat Club
Carefree Boat Club is your gateway to boating without any actual boat ownership. Get access to any type of boat in their fleet, with full service, maintenance, and assistance from their exceptional staff, and explore waterways anywhere in the US at any time — even on a “spur of the moment” basis! The Carefree Boat Club makes boating truly carefree for you.
Potomac Paddle Club
The Potomac Paddle Club is the first and only pontoon pedal boat or cycle boat cruises in DC. If you’re a large group looking for a fun way to celebrate, the Potomac Paddle Club lets you cycle, sip on delicious beverages that you’ve brought yourself or from their on-board bar, and feel the breeze in your hair as you view the waterfront sights of DC. And don’t worry! If you get too tired, the boat is equipped with a motor if you’d rather relax and sip your drinks instead of getting active.
Barton and Gray
A membership at Barton & Gray Mariners Club gives you unlimited access to their luxurious fleet of Hinckley yachts, all captained and crewed and fully serviced. Explore countless harbors and islands on your own private yacht without having even to own one. Perfect for trips to the beach, cocktail parties, private events, or just a leisurely excursion on the water.
Float DC
Become your own captain of an electric, 18-foot Scandinavian picnic boat! Float DC lets you be in charge of your cruise and crew. Be your own tour guide as you sail past DC’s most well-known monuments, and sail up and down the Washington Channel. No license is required!
The fun never stops here at The Wharf Marina! From boat clubs and rentals to extraordinary experiences you can’t get anywhere else, The Wharf has something for everyone. Be sure to check out any or all of the above experiences when you’re here at The Wharf and stay tuned for more upcoming events and unique experiences.
Coming soon, we have Retro Boat Rentals and Sea DC and we can’t wait for you to share these special experiences with you in the near future!