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Washington, D.C.
DoMarinaNational Mall

Tidal Basin Paddle Boats

Paddling around the Tidal Basin, admiring the monuments and the surrounding parks has got to be one of the best ways to laze about on the Mall. It's also one of the best ways to get sunburnt on the Mall, so bring lotion!

Address
1501 Main Ave SW
Hours
10AM-6PM daily 15 March–Labor Day; otherwise Wed-Sun only
Price
$18/2-person boat per hour; $30/4-person boat per hour

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Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.