Water Taxi from Wharf or Old Town Alexandria

Great views and comfortable ride with a useful commentary - if it's cold you can site inside and still see the monuments.

We took this water taxi to pray over the water, worshipped, took communion, and played the harp. A perfect setting for our worship to the Lord

Pickup at the Wharf was easy and convenient. Staff was friendly and helpful. The trip to National Harbor gave lots of options for dinner. The trip back to the wharf was freezing, with air conditioning set very low!

The water taxi trip was average. The operator was doing good job. But it seems boring to us. There is no attraction you can see during the trip from the wharf to the old town Alexandria on the Potomac River. Only if you have a plan to visit any attractions on old town Alexandria by your own, you may by happy. The options for food or drink on the water taxi is limited.

Prompt service both to and from Alexandria, got to see sights along the river. This is a public water taxi service though, not a tour, with no information given about the points of interest on the route.

Disappointing experience. The water taxi smelled badly with what I presume were fuel fumes. We were looking forward to the commentary but the problem was that most of the other passengers were not listening and the general conversations taking place drowned out most of what was being relayed by the guide.

We prebooked for Wednesday afternoon in May, but there was plenty of space so could have just walked up. The commentary was entertaining and informative. The taxi we were on had plenty of space inside, but not much outside, so not much room for photos unless you take pictures through the windows.

The most memorable part for me was having enough time to walk around old town Alexandria (VA). Even though I was late for all museums (they close at 5 pm or earlier). But it was an amazing opportunity to just wonder along King street and nearby. So many people were dining (in and outdoors). Wow! Seemed like a hot destination for that. Lots of nice shops (again, I was late for most, but not all). Well, less distraction if you want to see more of historical houses and read about important moments in American history.
I departed the Warf at 4:45 pm. The ride was about 20 min. The captain and the crew were very professional. I felt very safe. It was nice to be on the water and see the harbor with many yachts and boats. But nothing very special along the way. And there was no any comments from the captain along the way, becides estimated time of arrival and further directions for passengers. So, I did feel like I was missing on some stories that usually are there when it is a sight-seeing tour per se. But it was very minor feeling.
Overall, it's worth it!! Thanks, Viator!

Comfortable trip with beautiful views. Long enough to enjoy the scenery but not so long you'll be bored.

Awesome ride! The boat drivers displayed excellent customer service by walking around making sure everyone was ok.

Nice way to see the area from the water. Ride was relaxing and the crew was professional and friendly. It’s not a narrated site seeing tour - but they didn’t sell it as such, so that’s fine. We enjoyed it very much.

Service is excellent! Everyone was friendly and helpful! The ticket personnel, the crew; everyone! We enjoyed viewing the cherry blossoms, the monuments, and the buildings while listening to the tour historic review! --Thank you for making this experience memorable for us!

High speed motoring south out of the wind. The boat has some serious power. Good times both on top and in the cabin.

Quick and easy water taxi to move around the river. We went from The Wharf to Old Town Alexandria in the late afternoon. The views were beautiful and the Town was very vibrant.

Everything… it was a nice evening … The moon was almost full and got to see a young dance crew perform..

Yes! Do this! My first time taking this, but traveling partner had numerous encounters on these as a paying customer before covid. Must pay before you get on, with credit cards. No cash. This is a wondeful, slow and relaxed way to get around, view the scenery and spend time with your special person. Also a great option if you may have had too much to drink and need to get to your hotel or someone's home without driving. You can have drinks in Alexandria or Georgetown and then go to the Wharf or vice-versa. If you are in a hurry to get somewhere, or on business, this is not for you! Feel free to take your water bottle along, or to take photos. Might be breezy. Will certainly do again.

Helpful window staff, friendly boat staff.

6pm route in middle of Sept. daylight to and nighttime back with lights was wonderful, with great views from decks and cool air inside. Great to see historic King St in Alexandria and The Wharf in DC.

Consistency of standards in communication of drivers and screen information inside would be better. One way never heard from driver and screens were blank. The other way a new driver communicated safety info and screens gave interesting info about routes of the water taxi.