Spirit of Washington DC by Hornblower

Board this sleek, 4-deck, luxury Spirit of Washington Yacht (formerly the "Spirit of Baltimore II") and cruise for a fun night of DJ dancing & sightseeing in Washington DC.

Spirit of Washington DC Yacht by Hornblower

Venue Description

A party cruise aboard the Spirit of Washington DC (formerly “Spirit of Baltimore II”) offers stunning views of some of DC’s top attractions and historic landmarks. See the nation’s Capital with iconic monuments plus a new take on DC – all from the water.

The Spirit of Washington DC provides the perfect night out. A magical setting enhanced by dazzling city sights and harbor lights. An evening filled to the brim with wonderful cuisine. Plus, dancing under a canopy of stars. For a party of two, a couple of couples, or a grand affair… This is the ultimate DC experience!!

One thing is for sure… You’ll know you are in for a special evening the moment you step aboard the elegant decks. Many tables are designed for cabaret-style seating with other guests (reminiscent of ocean-going cruises). Order drinks. Then, feel free to explore the ship while the crew casts off for hours of fun on Washington Harbor.

So when is the best time to come aboard the Spirit of Washington yacht? The DC Labor Day Weekend Party Cruise, Titanic Masquerade Halloween, Black Pearl DC Halloween Yacht Party, and Gatsby’s DC Fireworks New Year’s Eve Yacht Party 2025; of course. And if you still have questions; then head to our Contact Info to connect with us. We have highly trained DC Nightlife pros standing by and ready to help you, 24/7. We’d love to hear from you!

When you choose VIP Nightlife to plan a night out; you don’t have to know anything about the Spirit of Washington Yacht to have the time of your life. With years of experience, our team can take your ideas from an inspiration to a fully executed, once-in-a-lifetime occasion. We will create an event experience for your every need and can service groups of all sizes; up to 1000 guests or more.

If you are looking to put a nautical spin on your next day and or night out in the DC area; then let VIP Nightlife show you the way! And be sure to Like Us on Facebook so you can keep up with our Upcoming Events and Deals.

Quick Facts

• The Spirit of Washington DC – formerly the “Spirit of Baltimore II”
• Breathtaking views of the DC Skyline, Harbor & more
• Climate-controlled decks designed for cruising 365 days-a-year
• Amenities: Bars, WiFi, Multiple DJs & Dance Floors, Games
• Open-air roof deck
• Stunning, panoramic skyline views
• Exclusive VIP area
• Multiple dance floors
• Cocktail bars on each deck
• Multiple DJs playing all the hits
• Luxury cruise without leaving Washington Harbor
• Professional, uniformed crew

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Still have questions? Head to our Contact Info to connect.

Parking Info

Boarding Address: Wharf Marina – Pier 4 at 580 Water Street SW Washington, DC 20024. Please arrive 30mins in advance as we do leave on time. DO NOT Drink & Drive. Use Ride Share Apps: Lyft or Uber. No refunds or exchanges if you miss the boat.

NOTE: City Cruises does not own or operate any parking lots in the area. Local parking is available at The Wharf Parking Garage. There is also metered street parking in area (fees do apply and you park at your own risk). Bus drop-off and pick-up is located on Main Ave SW.

Getting Here and Parking:

Due to development and construction at the District Wharf, parking near our boats is very limited. We do apologize for the inconvenience. We highly recommend using rideshare whenever possible and we are located just 2 blocks away from the Waterfront Metro (Greenline).
For Drop Off Only – use 580 Water Street SW – this will drop you off right in front of the boarding areas for all of our boats.
For Parking – there is limited street parking in the area as well as a few garages.

Closest Parking Garages

Option A: 607 Water Street – this garage is located next to Pier 4, where you will board.
Option B: 1100 4th St SW – this garage is located near the metro and underneath the Safeway Grocery Store – your walk to the boats will be about 1000 steps or 2 blocks.
Another Parking Garage option is at the District Wharf – 1000 Water Street SW.
We recommend arriving to the area a little early to secure parking – there are plenty of things to see and do at the District Wharf.
For more information, please visit https://www.wharfdc.com/getting-here/car-parking/