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Washington DC Water Taxi One Day Pass 35 min

TourTruth score 4.7 out of 10

Below average

81 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 35 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Skip Washington, DC traffic with unlimited water taxi rides on a single date and scenic waterfront views between the Wharf and Old Town Alexandria.

About this tour

Trade Washington, DC traffic for open water and waterfront views on a City Cruises water taxi pass. This one-day pass lets one passenger take unlimited water taxi rides on a single date, offering a scenic way to travel between the Wharf and Old Town Alexandria.

The listed trip lasts 35 minutes, while the route from National Harbor is approximately 45 minutes. Before each ride, visit a ticket booth to redeem your pass and collect a valid boarding ticket; timed tickets are required for your chosen route. The pass is valid across all routes, but excludes specialty and holiday cruises. Food and drinks are available to purchase separately.

Arrive 20 minutes before departure and dress for the weather, as boats operate in all conditions. With a live English-speaking guide and views from the water, this Washington DC water taxi pass makes getting around part of the day. Choose your travel date and enjoy the ride.

Highlights

  • Admire waterfront views as you travel by water taxi
  • Ride between the Wharf and Old Town Alexandria
  • Skip road traffic with unlimited rides on your chosen date

What's included

Included

  • Round-trip ticket from the Wharf to Old Town Alexandria
  • Beautiful waterfront views

Not included

  • Food and drinks, available to purchase

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Important information

  • Arrive 20 minutes before departure
  • Redeem your pass at a ticket booth and obtain a valid ticket before boarding each ride
  • Get timed tickets for exact routes at a ticket booth or by calling the contact center
  • Pass is valid for unlimited water taxi rides for one passenger on a single date and all routes
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  • Pass is not valid on specialty or holiday cruises and cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions
  • Operates in all weather; dress appropriately
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children may ride in a stroller; infants must sit on an adult's lap
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long is the ride?

The listed trip duration is 35 minutes. The route from National Harbor is approximately 45 minutes.

How do I use the pass?

Visit a ticket booth before boarding to obtain a valid ticket for each ride. Timed tickets are required for exact routes.

How long is the pass valid?

The pass allows unlimited water taxi rides for one passenger on a single date.

Can I use the pass on any cruise?

The pass is valid on all routes but not on specialty or holiday cruises. It cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions.

Is the water taxi wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is listed as wheelchair accessible.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.96 from 81 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Washington DC
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.7.

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