Tidal Basin Paddle Boats

View the Jefferson Memorial and Japanese Cherry Trees from the water. Enjoy a family outing or take a break from touring and soak up some sun in your very own Tidal Basin Paddle Boat.

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Group Reservations
- Mon-Fri only ~ 10am - 4pm
Participants may make advanced reservations for times between 10am-4pm, on the hour. The Tidal Basin boats will be open until 6pm for walk-up business (with the last boats out at 5pm). Pre-registration guarantees boat rentals.

National Cherry Blossom Festival
Mark your calendars for the 2010 Festival: Saturday, March 27 - Sunday, April 11. The parade will be held Saturday, April 10. During the festival season, you can reserve boat(s) on our web site.