Iconic sights along Monuments Row
Each route is curated to match the rhythm, purpose and tone of your occasion. Depending on your route and timing, your experience aboard Independence may include:
Independence
A New England classic, made modern.
A 1976 Downeast motor yacht, restored with intention and elegance.
A Heritage Moment
Designed by renowned naval architect Royal Lowell and built by Bruno & Stillman in 1976, Independence is a hallmark of the Downeast style – warm mahogany, clean lines and craftsmanship shaped by New England’s working harbors.
Her intimate deckhouse, alfresco cockpit and thoughtful restoration offer a setting that feels refined and deeply considered. With her recent hybrid-electric refit, Independence now blends classic character with a gentler, more peaceful journey along Washington DC’s waterways.
Experiences aboard Independence
Golden Hour Cruises
The city in its softest light.
Drift along Monuments Row as the sun sets, with curated reception cuisine by CURATED by TPK and room to gather across the alfresco cockpit and warm mahogany deckhouse.
Chef-Led Dining Cruises
A table set with care, surrounded by water.
Independence offers a beautifully intimate setting for multi-course chef-presented dining. With space for up to 12 guests, or table-side dining for up to 10, the experience feels unhurried, personal and crafted for heartfelt conversation.
Reception-Style Evenings
A flowing, effortless gathering.
For groups who prefer movement over formality, Independence offers a dine-around style experience with curated presentations, thoughtful pacing and service designed to feel present but unobtrusive.
Golden Hour Cruises
The city in its softest light.
Drift along Monuments Row as the sun sets, with curated reception cuisine by CURATED by TPK and room to gather across the alfresco cockpit and warm mahogany deckhouse.
Chef-Led Dining Cruises
A table set with care, surrounded by water.
Independence offers a beautifully intimate setting for multi-course chef-presented dining. With space for up to 12 guests, or table-side dining for up to 10, the experience feels unhurried, personal and crafted for heartfelt conversation.
Reception-Style Evenings
A flowing, effortless gathering.
For groups who prefer movement over formality, Independence offers a dine-around style experience with curated presentations, thoughtful pacing and service designed to feel present but unobtrusive.
Independence’s features & amenities.
Comfort and flow, on every deck.
Exterior
- 100 sq ft alfresco cockpit
- Table-side seating for 10, lounge seating for 12
- Bow seating for 4
- Bluetooth speakers
Interior
- Mahogany deckhouse salon
- Soft seating for 6
- Teak & holly decks throughout
- Open galley
- Half bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bluetooth speakers
Exterior
- 100 sq ft alfresco cockpit
- Table-side seating for 10, lounge seating for 12
- Bow seating for 4
- Bluetooth speakers
Interior
- Mahogany deckhouse salon
- Soft seating for 6
- Teak & holly decks throughout
- Open galley
- Half bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bluetooth speakers
01
Washington Monument
02
Titanic Memorial
03
National War College
04
George Mason Memorial
05
Jefferson Memorial
06
Lady Bird Johnson Memorial
07
Frederick Douglass
Memorial Bridge
Memorial Bridge
08
United States Capitol
09
National’s Stadium
10
Navy Yard
11
Ronald Reagan Airport flyovers
12
Arlington Memorial Bridge*
13
Lincoln Memorial & Watergate Steps*
14
Roosevelt Island*
15
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts*
16
Watergate Hotel*
17
Georgetown Waterfront*
18
Francis Scott Key Bridge*
19
Three Sisters**
20
Fletcher’s Cove**
Washington Monument
Titanic Memorial
National War College
George Mason Memorial
Jefferson Memorial
Lady Bird Johnson Memorial
Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge
United States Capitol
National’s Stadium
Navy Yard
Ronald Reagan Airport flyovers
Arlington Memorial Bridge*
Lincoln Memorial & Watergate Steps*
Roosevelt Island*
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts*
Watergate Hotel*
Georgetown Waterfront*
Francis Scott Key Bridge*
Three Sisters**
Fletcher’s Cove**
*Requires a 2.5 hour cruise minimum
**Requires a 4 hour cruise minimum
**Requires a 4 hour cruise minimum
Experiences aboard
Independence begin at $3,050.
Independence begin at $3,050.
Because every occasion is unique, final pricing is tailored to your group size, culinary preferences, itinerary and the nature of your gathering.
To receive a personalised proposal with menu options and availability, we invite you to begin your enquiry.
FAQs
Your questions, answered.
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