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Explore tall ship
Providence, a full-
scale reproduction
of one of the most
renowned ships in the
Continental Navy. Here
are five ways to sail
back in time:
Take a Tour
Board Providence for a 30-min-
ute tour where you’ll meet the
captain, hear true daring tales
and see what life was like for a
sailor in the Continental Navy.
Enjoy a Pirate Cruise
Providence hosts two cruises
inspired by the ship’s appear-
ances in the Pirates of the
Caribbean films. On Saturday
mornings, pint-sized pirates
enjoy songs, games and cutlass
training. On select Saturday
evenings, adults enjoy rum
tastings, a history of
Chesapeake pirates and
marauder-themed music.
Meet John Paul Jones
Salute the father of the U.S. Navy,
who commanded Providence in
1776. Complete with tricorn hat,
Captain Jones greets visitors tak-
ing a tour and fi elds questions.
Raise a Glass
On Friday evenings, unwind
on the Potomac while learning
about some of the region’s most
interesting craft beers. Enjoy
a fl ight of three beers while
discovering how they’re brewed
and why they’re unique.
Cruise into the Sunset
Available occasionally on week-
ends, Evening Cruises invite you
to unwind and soak up the scen-
ery to the soundtrack of mellow
music as the bustling waterfront
fades away.
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To get started, head to the
Providence Visitor Center at the
Alexandria Marina where all tours
and cruises begin.