Springtime Adventures

The Scenic Side of Spring

A vibrant celebration of urban beauty where nature transforms city streets into a canvas of color and community spirit during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Experience our nation’s most iconic springtime celebration from a truly unforgettable vantage point, the water. Our Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises invite guests to take in the beauty of Washington, DC’s legendary blooms while enjoying a unique perspective along the scenic Potomac River.

Whether you’re joining us for a relaxing sightseeing cruise or an elevated dining experience, each voyage offers breathtaking views of the city’s historic landmarks framed by vibrant cherry blossom trees in full bloom. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends, family, colleagues, or out-of-town guests while creating lasting memories on the water.

Celebrate spring, soak in the views, and experience the beauty of the blossoms like never before. :cherry_blossom:
Cherry Blossom Dining Cruises
From daytime excursions filled with photo-worthy moments to elegant evening cruises set against the backdrop of a glowing spring skyline, our Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises capture the magic of the season in a way that can only be experienced from the river.
Cherry Blossom Water Taxi

Enjoy the beautiful spring bloom with a sightseeing cruise on the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi. It’s the perfect backdrop for family photos and Instagram selfies. Cruises depart from The Wharf, Georgetown, Alexandria, and National Harbor.

Spring Savings with Amtrak Virginia

You’ll Love How You Get There

Spring is in full bloom, and Amtrak VA is your ticket to cherry blossoms and outdoor adventures. This year, skip the traffic and arrive refreshed with Amtrak Virginia. Now offering options arriving by train or bus to D.C. Plus with the Virginia Anytime Fare, you save 15% traveling in Virginia and to/from D.C.

Potomac Mills

Potomac Mills is Celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival with Discounts, Giveaways and More!

Celebrate the Cherry Blossoms at Potomac Mills with huge discounts! Starting March 20th until April 12th, over 60 participating retailers will offer extra big savings! Visit the mall and look for the participating retailer cherry blossom sticker on the storefront window. Enter to win a Cherry Blossom Prize Package Giveaway, receive at free Cherry Blossom tote bag and take a photo! Click on the link below for all the details!

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with Adventures Unbound with unobstructed views of the blossoms. Pedal Boats are a family fun way to take a relaxing, leisurely pedal and see the iconic trees and famous memorials from a new vantage point.

The Scenic Side of Spring

A vibrant celebration of urban beauty where nature transforms city streets into a canvas of color and community spirit during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

City Cruises

City Cruises

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!

Grab the Cherry City Cruise!

City Cruises

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!
Cherry Blossom Water Taxi

City Cruises

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!

 

Cherry Blossom Water Taxi

Enjoy the beautiful spring bloom with a sightseeing cruise on the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi. It’s the perfect backdrop for family photos and Instagram selfies. Cruises depart from The Wharf, Georgetown, Alexandria, and National Harbor.

Grab the Cherry Water Taxi

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

City Cruises

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!

 

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

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 to get a new vantage point of the Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, and many more “Only in DC” moments.

The Scenic Side of Spring

A vibrant celebration of urban beauty where nature transforms city streets into a canvas of color and community spirit during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

City Cruises

Celebrate the history and beauty of DC’s cherry blossoms with City Cruises along the Potomac. Whether for dining and sightseeing cruises or aboard the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi, avoid the crowds and get the most spectacular views from the water!

Cherry Blossom Water Taxi

Enjoy the beautiful spring bloom with a sightseeing cruise on the Cherry Blossom Water Taxi. It’s the perfect backdrop for family photos and Instagram selfies. Cruises depart from The Wharf, Georgetown, Alexandria, and National Harbor. 

Tidal Basin Pedal Boat Rentals​

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 to get a new vantage point of the Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, and many more “Only in DC” moments.