Waterfront

This 309-slip marine facility provides a distinctive venue for local and visiting boaters seeking the best of all worlds—a boater’s lifestyle and the proximity to the cosmopolitan attractions of the nation’s capital. It’s the perfect on-the-Potomac escape, whether for a week, a season, or a lifetime. The marina security office is also open 24 hours a day. 

Wharf Coordinates: N 38° 52.600’ / W 077° 01.334’

With both overnight and short-term docking, the Market Docks at The Wharf Marina is the perfect landing spot for boaters visiting The Wharf. The Market Docks are located off Market Pier, between the historic Municipal Fish Market and the shops, restaurants, and nightlife of The Wharf.

The Day Docks at The Wharf Marina offer hourly side-tie dockage every day during the boating season. If your stay is longer than a few hours, check out the accommodations at Market Docks.

New to The Wharf in 2023, SeaDC offers rentals of electric Duffy Sun Cruiser boats that can fit up to 10 passengers. SeaDC's boats comfortable, easy to drive, and are great way for a group of friends or family to see the amazing sights of the Potomac.

Oasis Boat Club is a premiere members-only boating community that offers ready access to top-of-the-line boats and service, freeing up time to enjoy the water.

New to The Wharf in 2023, Retro Boat Rentals DC offers a fleet of meticulously maintained and rare classic fiberglass runabout boats from the jet-age era (1958-1963).

Potomac Paddle Club is the first and only pontoon pedal boat or 'cycleboat' in the nation's capital. An adventure on these active boats is the perfect way to sip, cycle, and celebrate out on the water. 

Be your own captain with GoBoat at The Wharf (formerly known as Float DC). Rent a 100% electric, Scandinavian designed, picnic boat and cruise past monuments & historic sights in the heart of the US capital.

If you're over 21 and have a valid drivers license, GoBoat allows you to be your own captain and steer the electric vessel up and down the Washington Channel on your own. Gather up to 8 of your friends and set sail!

Whether you want to rent a kayak to get away from it all or get all your friends onto paddleboards for the first time, we have ways for everyone to enjoy a day out on the water. Just stop by The Wharf Boathouse on Recreation Pier to get geared up.

From dinner cruises to sightseeing to longer excursions, City Cruises (formerly known as Hornblower Cruises & Events) offers water experiences beyond compare. Choose from a variety of dining and sightseeing cruises conveniently docked at The Wharf to explore the nation’s capital from the Potomac.

Sip and Sail your way around the Potomac aboard Cru Classé, a 47 foot luxury sailing yacht. Enjoy monumental views with wine and light bites while docked at The Wharf Marina, or set sail on DC's rivers.

Enjoy the pleasures of boat ownership with none of the hassles!  Carefree Boat Club is a members-only boat club located at The Wharf and over 80 other locations in the US and Canada.  Boating without Owning, It’s About Time!

Barton & Gray offers membership in a fleet of crewed Hinckley Yachts at The Wharf and throughout the Eastern seaboard. Members have unlimited access to the entire fleet, all year long. Crew members organize and facilitate incredible experiences on the water, in the most desirable ports and destinations. Members have all the joys of yachting without any of the hassle.

Book a private, captained charter boat tour of Washington, DC with Embark DC at The Wharf Marina. Cruise past monuments & historic sights in the heart of the US capital.

A private membership club formed in 1892, the Capital Yacht Club has a rich tradition of boating with monumental views and warm hospitality. Join CYC as a member or visiting boater and get to know this unique community on DC’s Washington Channel.

Wharf Coordinates: N 38° 52.600’ / W 077° 01.334’

The Wharf Jitney is a free boat service operated by The Wharf that ferries passengers between Recreation Pier and East Potomac Park. 

The Wharf Jitney operates 12:00pm - 6:00pm every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from late March through early December.

Jitney operations are subject to weather conditions. View the current operating status through Boating in DC.