Monuments by Moonlight

Monuments by Moonlight cruises

Join us for a mesmerizing cruise along the illuminated monuments and landmarks. This is perhaps the most magnificent way to view the monuments, Kennedy Center, and the other grand structures that create the capital's impressive skyline. The reflections off the water are an unforgettable sight for tourists and locals alike.

These cruises take place on our luxury sightseeing boat*, which have panoramic windows, indoor and outdoor decks, carpeting, air-conditioning, and bathrooms.

Monuments by Mooonlight tour - 1st deck interior
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  • The cruises are one hour long and scheduled for weekends during the Cherry Blossom festival

  • Tickets: $30/Adult, $15/child (6-12 yrs.) No chlidren under 6 please.


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    SCHEDULE/*BOAT CHANGES: DCC reserves the right to substitute boats and/or change routes and schedules. REFUND/ DATE-CHANGE POLICIES: For One hour tours purchased through our web site: If you cannot make your cruise, your tickets are usable on any future Monuments-by-Moonlight cruise for a period of one year (except weekends during Cherry Blossoms and July 4th weekend which are non-changeable/refundable). GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE: For discounted group rates, please click the Send Me More Info. button to the left.

  • Monuments by Moonlight Cruises

    Monuments by Moonlight cruises

    MONUMENTS BY MOONLIGHT Cruises

    Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the illuminated monuments and landmarks. This is perhaps the most magnificent way to view the monuments, Kennedy Center, and the other grand structures that create the capital's impressive skyline. The reflections off the water are an unforgettable sight for tourists and locals alike.

    These cruises take place on our luxury sightseeing boats, which have panoramic windows, indoor and outdoor decks, carpeting, air-conditioning, bathrooms and cash bars.

    The cruises are 90 mins. long (leave two hours including boarding time). Please check-in at least 20 minutes prior to cruise time.

    This cruise departs from right next to the Jefferson Tidal Basin (and a short walk from the Smithsonian and L'enfant Metro stops). See directions at left.

    NEARBY DINNER OPTIONS:

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    NO TICKETS ARE E-MAILED (or mailed). Just print out the e-receipt you receive after your purchase -OR- have it on your phone.

    REFUND/ DATE-CHANGE POLICIES: For Monuments-by-Moonlight Tours purchased at full price: If you cannot make your cruise, your tickets are usable on any future Monuments-by-Moonlight cruise for a period of one year (except the Saturdays during Cherry Blossoms and July 4th weekend), by emailing us 48 hrs. in advance of new cruise date (1 change permitted). For vouchers, date changes may require a fee up to the amount of the voucher. We cruise rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable. *We cannot guarantee performances, such as fireworks, by third parties.

    GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE: For discounted group rates, please click the Send Me More Info. button to the left.

    Cruises operated by, and beverage service provided by, Capital Yacht Charters.