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About USS Potomac

The USS Potomac is a storied National Historic Landmark docked at the foot of Clay Street in Jack London Square, Oakland. At 165 feet long, this former USCGC Electra (AG-25) served as President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidential yacht from 1936–1945 and now welcomes visitors as a floating museum since 1995. Whether you’re exploring on a dockside tour, joining a 2- or 3-hour Bay Cruise with a docent, or planning a private charter, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.

Located at 540 Water Street, Oakland, CA 94607, the Potomac sits along the waterfront with easy access to transit, parking, and nearby hotels and dining. The vessel’s intimate capacity supports engaged experiences: up to 120 passengers for standing loads, with 80–90 guests ideal for catered private events.

When planning your visit, consider how you’ll get there: Bay Area transit options include AC Transit and BART (West Oakland or 12th Street City Center), Amtrak’s Oakland Jack London Square Station, and the Alameda Oakland Ferry dock beside the Potomac. Parking is convenient in the Jack London Square Waterfront Parking Garage at 101 Clay Street, with access via Clay Street between 2nd and Embarcadero West. For a well-rounded stay, explore nearby hotels and dining options. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for convenient stays and meals that complement your USS Potomac experience:

  • Hotels: Homewood Suites by Hilton Oakland-Waterfront, Courtyard Oakland Downtown, Oakland Marriott City Center, Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
  • Dining and nearby perks: partner restaurants and waterfront eateries within walking distance of Jack London Square

We’re here to help you secure your tickets and plan a memorable visit—whether you’re enjoying a dockside tour, a scenic Bay Cruise, or a private event aboard the Potomac.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address and location: 540 Water Street, Oakland, CA 94607; docks at the foot of Clay Street in Jack London Square.
  • Ship type and status: Former USCGC Electra, renamed USS Potomac (AG-25) in 1936; FDR’s presidential yacht (1936–1945); now a National Historic Landmark and floating museum open to the public since 1995.
  • Physical specs and capacity: 165 feet long; maximum passenger load 120 (standing); 80–90 guests recommended for catered private events.
  • Tours and charters: Dockside tours and Bay Cruises (2- and 3-hour, docent-led); private charters available.
  • Parking and access: Parking in the Jack London Square Waterfront Parking Garage (101 Clay Street); access via Clay Street between 2nd and Embarcadero West; dock area near the foot of Clay Street.
  • Transit options: AC Transit, BART (West Oakland or 12th St City Center), Amtrak (Oakland Jack London Square Station); Alameda Oakland Ferry docks beside Potomac.
  • Nearby hotels (status as of 2026): Homewood Suites by Hilton Oakland-Waterfront (1103 Embarcadero), Courtyard Oakland Downtown (988 Broadway), Oakland Marriott City Center (1001 Broadway), Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center (378 11th St). Waterfront Hotel (10 Washington St) closed Jan 2025; Z Hotel Jack London Square closed.
  • Notable hosted events: Roosevelt’s use of the Potomac as the ‘Floating White House’; hosted dignitaries, high officials, diplomats, and guests during the Roosevelt era; now used for tours, cruises, and private events.