Boat rental in Philadelphia

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From $334 per day

Boat Rental in Philadelphia with Click&Boat

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is full of United States history. It’s home to American Revolution sites, the Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall. While Philadelphia is a great place to visit museums, participate in walking tours, and enjoy local food, it’s also an ideal destination to rent a boat. For those who are unfamiliar with Philly, the city lies on the iconic Delaware River, which spills into the Atlantic Ocean. Motorboats are popular boat rentals in Philadelphia as visitors enjoy cruising along the river at their own pace.

Boat rental in Philadelphia is available with Click&Boat. We have plenty of vessels ranging in size and purpose for cruising along the Delaware River.

Boating destinations from Philadelphia

Philadelphia lies on the Delaware River, which offers awesome opportunities for river cruises, water sports, and boat tours. Visitors often have a great time exploring Philly beyond the museums, architecture, and food on land. Did you know that the Delaware River played an important role in the American Revolution? Yes! George Washington crossed the Delaware River with the Continental Army in 1776 for a surprise attack against German soldiers. (The scene is depicted in a famous oil painting by Emanuel Leutze, on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art!)

Today, the Delaware River borders New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Pennslyvania. The 388 miles of water empty into the Atlantic Ocean near Cape May, NJ. Now that you’re acquainted with the Delaware River, here are the best boating destinations to visit from Philadelphia:

  • Take a slow cruise or kayak ride down the Schuylkill River past iconic Philly landmarks including boathouse row and Bartram’s Garden.
  • Participate in water sports at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This is a popular spot to paddleboard, kayak, or canoe.
  • Travel across the river to New Jersey to sail around Camden and the Cooper River.
  • For a longer boat rental in Philadelphia, have a captain take you and your friends to Cape May. It’s a lovely coastal town known for its seafood. And from there, you can sail into the Atlantic Ocean.
  • Sail a crewed private boat to the Upper Delaware River and take in the historic sites along the way. If you’re still cruising past Trenton, NJ… you may want to check the time.

Since you are interested in a boat rental in Philadelphia, check out our nearby fleet too:

  • Boat rental in Pittsburgh
  • Boat rental in Pennsylvania
  • Boat rental in New Jersey

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Philadelphia?

It depends on what you’re looking for! Click&Boat offers peer-to-peer motorboat, sailboat, and yacht rentals in Philadelphia. If you opt into hiring a captain or crew, it might cost a little extra than if you choose to rent a bareboat. The addition of water toys, length of charter, age/model of the boat all affects the price of a Philadelphia boat rental. On average, Philadelphia motorboat rentals start at $16,500/day for 110 passengers.

Harbors in Philadelphia

Boaters visiting Philadelphia from southern states will enter the Delaware River at Cape May, New Jersey. From there, boaters will find plenty of boat ramps and marinas for dockage. Those who are excited to rent a boat in Philadelphia might start their adventure from one of these marinas:

  • Penn’s Landing Marina is a popular place to dock the boat as it’s in the heart of Philadelphia’s waterfront. From Penn’s Landing, you’re within walking distance to the city center and Historic District. Nearby this Philadelphia marina, you’ll find live entertainment venues, restaurants, and bars.
  • Somewhat close to the Ben Franklin Bridge is the Pier 3 Marina. It’s a quiet and calm marina to start your boat tour.
  • Salem Harbour Marina is undergoing renovations but is in an excellent spot to start your boat rental in Philadelphia.
  • Delaware River Yacht Club was established in 1926. It offers plenty of amenities and entertainment for members.

Things to do and see in Philadelphia

Philadelphia caters to the history buff, the foodie, the boater, the nature lover, and the city slicker. All in one lively place. People love to visit Philly because it, without a doubt, offers a really great time. Here are fun things to do in Philadelphia, PA:

  • Take a picture in front of the Liberty Bell. (Pro tip… don’t try to ring it.)
  • Order a cheesesteak at Geno’s Steaks or Pat’s King of Steaks. Or both.“Wit”or “witout” onions. And be sure to add the “wiz” (cheese).
  • Take a guided tour of Independence Hall. Psst… it’s where the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independance in 1776!
  • Run up the Rocky stairs at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From the iconic movie Rocky and Rock II. Be sure to watch the film before visiting Philly!
  • Participate in watersports at Spruce Street Harbor Park.
  • Visit museums along Benjamin Franklin Parkway. There is The Franklin Institute, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Barnes Foundation, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
  • Take a guided river cruise to learn about the history of the Delaware River.
  • Discover Philadelphia’s waterfront with places like Cherry Street Pier and Rose Street Pier. Keep in mind, the waterfront is seasonal as it gets very cold in Philly!
  • Kayak past Boathouse Row, 10 crew houses from amateur and collegiate crew clubs. It’s a national historical landmark today. It also makes for a great photo opp!

Rent a boat with a captain in Philadelphia

Click&Boat offers plenty of boat rental options with a captain in Philadelphia! When you rent a boat with a captain, you can enjoy more of the boating adventure without worrying about navigation, anchorage, docking, or boating laws in Pennslyvania.

The Delaware River is busy. And it can be overwhelming for those who are unfamiliar with the area. Having a local captain assist with your boat rental in Philadelphia is a gamechanger for an unforgettable sailing, boating, or fishing experience. A captain and/or crew may come as an additional cost to your rental, depending on the size of the boat, the number of crew, and other requests. Enjoy your private boat rental in Philadelphia for a full day or half a day, and don’t worry about the hassle of navigating the vessel!

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