Rentals

The Jitney

Wharf Boathouse

COMPLIMENTARY

The District Wharf Jitney provides friends of the Wharf with a complimentary ride from the recreational pier to East Potomac Park.  The Jitney typically runs every 30 minutes and can be caught at the end of the ramp just past the Wharf Boathouse rental dock.

Pedal Boating for 4

National Harbor

RATE: $40/hr (4 passenger boat)

Pedal Boats are fun way to take a relaxing, leisurely pedal on the water and see the sights. Great for all ages!

*Swans and Dragons available.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour rental.

Swan Boats

Tidal Basin

RATE: $36/hr (2 passenger boat)

Get out and explore in our swan boats! These fun boats are equipped with their own motor, so you can sit back and relax if you get tired of paddling.
*Please note that they are first come first serve and are meant for customers with disabilities or customer that cannot pedal.

Sailboat Rentals

Washington Sailing Marina

RATES: Sunfish Aquafin $17/hr (1-2 adults)
Flying Scot $25/hr (1-6 adults)

Aquafins and Flying Scots are the perfect daysailers. They’re great for single-handed or family fun, learning the ropes, and excellent racers.

*Need to be certified by ASA, US Sailing or pass a 20 question written exam administered in the marina office.
**Boat availability differs by location.
***Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour, prorated every 10 minutes after that. All-day rental rate is 4x hourly rate.
****Flying Scot has minimum 2 hour rental

Kayaking

Ballpark Boathouse, Columbia Island Marina, Fletcher's Boathouse, Key Bridge Boathouse, National Harbor, Thompson's Boat Center, Washington Sailing Marina, Wharf Boathouse

RATES:

Single Kayak $20/hour, $30/half-day, $50/full-day
Double Kayak $25/hour, $35/half-day, $55/full-day (2 adults, 1 small child)

Kayaks are a great option for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Kayaks are appropriate for anyone ages 8 and up!

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour. Half-day is 1-4 hours. Full-day is 4 hours or more.

Paddle Boarding

Columbia Island Marina, Fletcher's Boathouse, Key Bridge Boathouse, National Harbor, Thompson's Boat Center, Washington Sailing Marina, Wharf Boathouse

RATE: $20/hour, $30/half-day, $50/full-day

Stand-up Paddleboarding is an incredible combination of canoeing, kayaking, and surfing all in one! People ages 8 on up can grab a SUP and go!

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour. Half-day is 1-4 hours. Full-day is 4 hours or more.

Canoeing

Ballpark Boathouse, Fletcher's Boathouse, Key Bridge Boathouse, Thompson's Boat Center, Wharf Boathouse

RATE: $25/hour, $35/half-day, $55/full-day (2 adults & 1 small child)

Stable and easy to handle, canoes are perfect for your solo water adventure or with friends and family!

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour. Half-day is 1-4 hours. Full-day is 4 hours or more.

Rowboating

Fletcher's Boathouse

RATE: $25/hour, $35/half day, $55/full day (2-4 adults & 1 small child)

Grab your fishing poles, pack a picnic, and hit the water in search for the big one. Or go old school and grab your parasol for a romantic row around the sights.

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour. Half-day is 1-4 hours. Full day is 4 hours or more.

Biking

Fletcher's Boathouse, Thompson's Boat Center, Washington Sailing Marina

RATE: $11/hr or $35/day

If you’re more of the landlubber type, we have quality bike rentals to get you out on a two-wheeled exploration of the scenic DC sights!

*Bike availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour, prorated every 10 minutes after that.

Sculling

Thompson's Boat Center

RATE:

Single Scull $22/hour, $32/half-day, $55/full-day (1 adult)
Double Scull $30/hour, $40/half-day, $60/full-day (2 adults)

Comfortable, safe and stable, sculling provides the ultimate low-impact, full-body workout and burns about twice as many calories per hour than jogging!

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Singles: Participant must be certified and validated for rental; Doubles: Both participants must be certified and validated for rental
***Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour. Half-day is 1-4 hours. Full-day is 4 hours or more.

Pedal Boating for 2

Tidal Basin

RATE: $20/hr (2 passenger boat)

Pedal Boats are fun way to take a relaxing, leisurely pedal on the water and see the sights. Great for all ages!

*Boat availability differs by location.
**Price does not include tax. Minimum rental 1 hour, prorated every 10 minutes after that. All-day rental rate is 4x hourly rate.