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Highlights

  • Begin your Paris adventure from an unparalleled perspective on this 1-hour round-trip Seine River cruise departing at the Eiffel Tower.
  • With access to audio guides available in 11 languages, discover fascinating insights about history and architecture via smartphone using onboard Wi-Fi.
  • Sail past renowned landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Dame Cathedral, Pont Neuf, Hotel de Ville, The Louvre, and more during your cruise along the Seine River.
  • Optional delights include a macaron tasting session with 9 pieces of meringues or savoring breakfast while enjoying panoramic views.

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Sail through the heart of Paris on a romantic journey along the Seine River. As your boat glides past iconic monuments and historic bridges, discover the city’s treasures from an beautiful perspective.

Getting started

Gather at Port de la Bourdonnais beneath the Eiffel Tower for hourly departures that fit your schedule. Present your ticket to board and enjoy a relaxed one-hour cruise along the Seine River.

Seine River sightseeing cruise

Start a leisurely hour-long voyage through Paris, taking in uninterrupted views of celebrated landmarks from the water. Pass by architectural marvels such as the Assemblée Nationale, Musée d'Orsay, Institut de France, Panthéon, Cité de la Mode et du Design, Hôtel de Ville, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Conciergerie. Glide beneath Pont Neuf’s elegant arches — Paris’ oldest bridge — and admire the ornate details of Pont Alexandre III.

Features

  • Panoramic terrace views: Visit the open-air terrace for stunning vistas of Paris' skyline and riverside architecture.
  • Multilingual audio guide: Explore landmarks with engaging commentary available in 11 languages.
  • Onboard Wi-Fi: Stay connected to share your experience as you cruise along the river.
  • Flexible departures: With hourly sailings, this cruise fits smoothly into any Paris itinerary.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise with route details available here: https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/pdfs/d3b0b3f9ff2c947d16da62e07d03a9b8-Plan-de-croisie%CC%80re-BP.pdf
  • Choice of departure time, as cruises depart every 1 hour.
  • Audio guide available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, Chinese, Hindi, Japanese, Russian and Arabic.
  • Tasting includes either 2 macarons or 9 pieces of meringues.
  • Breakfast onboard (as per option selected).
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are permitted on board; larger bags will not be allowed due to limited storage.
  • Toilets are available onboard the boats, but no sanitary facilities can be accessed from the pontoons.
  • The cruise departs every hour from Port de la Bourdonnais beneath the Eiffel Tower. Choose a departure time that suits your schedule and present your ticket to board.
  • Enjoy an 11-language audio guide on history, monuments, and architecture via smartphone using onboard Wi-Fi during your one-hour cruise.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside.

Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities. Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.

Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.

Click here to view the Bateaux Parisien cruise route. Click here to view the departure schedule. Paid parking is subject to availability. For a more immersive experience, feel free to bring your headphones. The river cruise tickets are valid for a month from the travel date. Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.

This is a ticketed experience that includes a one-hour round-trip Seine River cruise from the Eiffel Tower's base.

Yes, you must pass mandatory security checks; skip-the-line does not apply here.

The cruise passes famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Hotel de Ville, and The Louvre.

Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities. Toilets are only available on board the boats.

You can enjoy taking photos as you glide past landmarks. An onboard Wi-Fi connection allows access to 11-language audio guides via your smartphone.

Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed. There's no specified dress code, but remember that larger bags won't be permitted onboard.

You have options for a macaron tasting or enjoying meringues, and you can select to have breakfast onboard as well.

Personal expenses are excluded from the cruise experience. The ticket covers the cruise itself along with optional extras if selected.

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