Pedal your way up and down the Potomac on this BYOB paddle boat. Get a group together today to experience D.C. sight-seeing like never before!
Combine sun, fun, and adult bevvies on the Potomac Paddle Pub. Reserve it all or join a group tour for the best time to be had on the water.
What is the Potomac Paddle Pub?
Imagine the little paddle boats in the Tidal Basin. Now stretch those out and picture one that can accommodate 10 bicycle seat-barstools along a sleek mahogany bar. Add a canopy to provide a little shade and voila, you've got a paddle pub.
Who can book the Potomac Paddle Pub?
Anyone who can fit into a life jacket can get a spot on the paddle boat. You can join an existing tour or book the entire boat for your own group. Check out their ticketing calendar here.
For the 2019 season, individual tickets are only available during the week. Adults pay $45 per person, and children under 12 cost $25 per person. Whole boat rentals are $500 during the week and $625 on the weekends. Not bad, when you consider the boat can fit up to 16 people!
I don't know about you, but I think this sounds like a great corporate retreat or a fun way to kick off a bachelorette party in Georgetown!
Where does the Potomac Paddle Pub go?
The tour starts from the Georgetown waterfront (exact directions will be sent to you upon booking) and goes up and down the Potomac River. There is one midpoint stop at the Columbia Island Marina.
What happens when I don't want to pedal anymore?
Don't worry if you run out of pedalers; the Paddle Pub is equipped with a motor in case of a mutiny. Pedal or just watch, it's totally up to you!
How long is a trip?
Each trip is 1.5 hours long. You'll have one potty break in the middle, so make sure you hit the restroom before you leave if you plan on drinking!
Know Before You Go
- Refunds will be issued for trips canceled at least one week out. Trips canceled at least 24 hours out will get a raincheck for a future trip. There is no refund or raincheck if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice.
- The cruise is BYOB. You can bring your own beverages (alcoholic or otherwise, just no hard liquor) and food. Everyone drinking alcohol will be carded upon boarding, so bring your ID.
- When you book a cruise, PPP will provide a Bluetooth system for you to crank your own music up as you pedal.
- Coolers and ice will be provided. Just bring whatever beverages and food you will want -- no hard liquor is allowed on board.
- PPP will provide life jackets of all sizes.
For more information, visit the Potomac Paddle Pub website or send them a message on Facebook.
**All of the photos in this article are courtesy of the Potomac Paddle Pub Facebook page.
Have you been on a Potomac Paddle Pub tour? Drop your photos or tell us what it's like in the comments below! Most importantly, what was on YOUR pedal playlist?