Make your home at Gangplank |
Washington's Downtown Marina
Gangplank is a 309 slip marine facility located in the protected waters of the Washington Channel within walking distance of the Washington Monument. This facility provides a distinctive venue for local and transient boaters seeking the best of all worlds - the luxury of a boater's life and the proximity to the cosmopolitan attractions of the Nation's Capital. It's the perfect on-the-Potomac escape -whether for a week, a season or for a lifetime. 4th of July TransientsThe Gangplank Marina does not have designated transient slips, therefore, we have limited availibility for transients. If you would like to apply for a slip for the 4th of July timeframe, please see our 4th of July 2008 Reservation Policy. After reading the policy, if you would like to submit an application for a slip, please print out and submit the two page form. |
Sightseeing CentralGangplank is known for it's proximity to the Nation's Capital and is within walking distance of the Jefferson Memorial, Haines Point and the Capital Building. The Smithsonian, shopping malls, museums, universities and libraries-even an 18-hole golf course-are located close to the marina. Marina based Odyssey Dinner Cruises caters to visitors and corporate clients seeking an "on the water" dining experience on the Potomac--Washington's signature river. Fishing without a Pole!Whether you choose to tickle you taste buds in your own ship's galley or go on-shore, the Gangplank Marina is within walking distance to five great waterfront restaurants--Philips Flagship, H2O at Hogates, Jennies, Pier Seven and the Cantina Marina Cafe. In addition, the marina is near the Historic Washington Fish Market located at the foot of Maine Avenue near the new Mandarin Hotel. There you can sample oysters from the Chesapeake Bay as well as steamed shrimp, blue crabs or mounds of mussels. Capital CruisingThe Gangplank Marina is only a day's cruise away from the mighty Chesapeake Bay - the country's largest natural estuary. The Gangplank welcomes boaters eager to explore the District of Columbia's historic, cultural and natural attractions. The peak visiting season is spring to summer and early fall. In April, the Cherry Blossom Festival brings thousands of people to see the blooms on trees which were a gift from the country of Japan before the turn of the century. The District sizzles in the summer for the Fourth of July and the annual Smithsonian Folk Life Festival. Please check the marina calendar or newsletter for other events during the year. |