Whether you’re looking to explore national monuments, experience peaceful moments reflected in the calm waters or take a boating class, Thompson Boat Center is the Washington D.C. destination you’ve been looking for. Many of our boaters love the bliss of an early morning paddle on the calm waters of the Potomac River. And if you’re not a big morning person and just want to get out on your own terms, we offer a wide variety of boat rentals to start you on your own personal water adventure! We invite you to kayak, canoe, row, paddleboard, or bike to your heart’s content in our nation’s capital.