We Found These Experiences For You (25)
Wildlife and Washington DC
Tandem Kayak Rentals
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
Paddle the Anacostia River outside Nationals Park!
Washington
Up to 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Water Activities, Wildlife
Ballpark Boathouse
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Single Kayak Rentals
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
Paddle the Anacostia River outside Nationals Park!
Washington
Up to 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Water Activities, Wildlife
Ballpark Boathouse
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Rental - Bicycle at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in March 2026!
If you’re more of the landlubber type, we have beach cruiser bike rentals to get you out on a two-wheeled exploration the C&O Canal Towpath or Capital Crescent Trail.
1-4 hours rentals available
Bike Rental, Self-Guided Tour, Transportation, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Canoe at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Paddle, Explore, And Then Relax On The Shore! Enjoy a nature escape inside the city while canoeing at Fletchers. Paddle along the Potomac River where the only sounds are the paddle splash, birds, and a gentle breeze — even though you're just minutes from downtown DC. Enjoy paddling, breathing ...
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Fishing, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in May 2026!
Paddle, Explore, And Then Relax On The Shore! Stand-up paddleboarding on the Potomac River offers a refreshing mix of adventure and calm. Glide across smooth water surrounded by tree-lined banks, soaring herons, and surprising pockets of quiet. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned paddler, it’s ...
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Double Kayak at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Paddle, Explore, And Then Relax On The Shore!
1 - 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Rowboat at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in March 2026!
Paddle, Fish, Explore, And Then Relax On The Shore! Rowboat rentals on the Potomac River offer a classic, peaceful way to explore DC’s natural side. Set your own pace as you glide past wooded shorelines, spot wildlife, and enjoy tranquil stretches of water that feel far from the city. Perfect for fishing, ...
1-4 hours rentals available
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Single Kayak at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025. Rentals will resume in April 2026. Book your 2026 rental!
Paddle, Explore, And Then Relax On The Shore! Kayak rentals on the Potomac River offer an easy, adventurous way to experience DC from the water. Slip into a sleek kayak and paddle along scenic shorelines, spotting wildlife and enjoying peaceful stretches that feel worlds away from the city. Whether you’re ...
1-4 hour rental options available
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Double Kayak at James Creek Marina
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at James Creek Marina on the Anacostia River! Kayaks are a great option for beginner and seasoned paddlers alike. Double kayaks are a multi occupancy boat with a max capacity of 500 lbs. While we do not advise more than two paddlers on a double kayak, a small child ...
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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Rental - Single Kayak at James Creek Marina
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at James Creek Marina on the Anacostia River. Kayaks are a great option for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Single kayaks are appropriate for anyone ages 8 and up. A single kayak is a single occupancy with a max capacity of 250lbs.
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in May 2026!
Experience paddling under the Key Bridge! Paddleboarding at Key Bridge Boathouse offers a calm, scenic escape right on the Potomac River. From your board, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Key Bridge, Georgetown waterfront, and wooded riverbanks. It’s beginner-friendly, peaceful, and perfect for ...
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Rental - Single Kayak at Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Experience paddling under the Key Bridge and see all Georgetown has to offer! Paddle past the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Kennedy Center, and Georgetown Harbor.
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Rental - Canoe at Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Experience paddling under the Key Bridge! Canoeing at Key Bridge Boathouse offers a peaceful escape on the Potomac River with views of the Key Bridge, historic waterfront, and leafy canal paths. Calm water near the shoreline makes it great for beginners, while more experienced paddlers can explore farther ...
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Rental - Double Kayak at Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Experience paddling under the Key Bridge and see all Georgetown has to offer from the water! Paddle past the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Kennedy Center, and Georgetown Harbor.
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Rental - Canoe at Wharf
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at the Wharf! Stable and easy to handle, canoes are perfect for your solo water adventure or with friends and family. Canoes are a multi occupancy boat, best suited for two paddlers, as there are only two seats. Typically, one young child can fit comfortably on ...
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Cherry Blossom Kayak Tour from The Wharf Boathouse
90-120 minutes • Ages 12+
Cherry Blossom Tours are back! See the beautiful DC Cherry Blossoms in bloom! Experience the Cherry blossoms in a new way – from the water! Join our historical kayak tour along the waterfront. Learn some of our nation’s incredible history while taking in some of DC’s most majestic sights. Please ...
Washington
90-120 Minutes
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Environmental Attraction, Kayak, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Rental - Double Kayak at Wharf
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at the Wharf! Kayaks are a great option for beginner and seasoned paddlers alike. Double kayaks are a multi occupancy boat with a max capacity of 500 lbs. While we do not advise more than two paddlers on a double kayak, a small child (under 3ft/30lbs) may be able ...
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Wharf
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in May 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at the Wharf! Stand Up Paddle Boarding is an incredible combination of paddling and surfing in one. This single occupancy boat is perfect for anyone 8 and up.
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Rental - Single Kayak at Wharf
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Come enjoy a fresh paddling experience at the Wharf! Kayaks are a great option for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike. Single kayaks are appropriate for anyone ages 8 and up. A single kayak is a single occupancy with a max capacity of 250 lbs.
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Thompsons
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in May 2026!
About Stand Up Paddle Boarding is an incredible combination of paddling and surfing in one. This single occupancy boat is perfect for anyone 8 and up.
Washington
1 - 3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Thompson Boat Center
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Rental - Single Kayak at Thompsons
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
About Kayaks are an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced paddlers. Single kayaks are suitable for individuals aged 8 and older, accommodating one person with a maximum weight limit of 250 lbs.
Washington
1-4 hour options
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Thompson Boat Center
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Rental - Canoe at Thompsons
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
About Stable and easy to handle, canoes are perfect for your solo water adventure or with friends and family. Canoes are a multi occupancy boat, best suited for two paddlers, as there are only two seats. Typically, one young child can fit comfortably on the floor of the canoe. Our canoes have a max capacity ...
Washington
1 - 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Thompson Boat Center
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Rental - Double Kayak at Thompsons
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
About Kayaks are a great option for beginner and seasoned paddlers alike. Double kayaks are a multi occupancy boat with a max capacity of 500 lbs. While we do not advise more than two paddlers on a double kayak, a small child (under 3ft/30lbs) may be able to fit on the small bump seat in front of rear ...
Washington
1 - 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Thompson Boat Center
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Rental- Single Kayak at Tidal Basin
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Kayaking in the Tidal Basin offers a one-of-a-kind way to experience some of Washington, DC’s most famous landmarks. As you paddle across calm, sheltered water, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Jefferson, MLK, and FDR Memorials framed by the Tidal Basin’s iconic cherry trees. It’s a peaceful, ...
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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Rental - Pedal Boat
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in March 2026!
Pedal Boat Rentals in the Tidal Basin Weekday hours: 10 am to 6 pm Weekend hours: 9 am to 6 pm Duration 1 hour option available About Pedal Boats are a fun way to take a relaxing, leisurely pedal on the water and see the sights. Great for ages 2 years and up. Please Note: Pedal Boats allow for a maximum ...
Washington
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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