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Cruise Through Paris - Discover, Dine & Relax
What Makes the Seine River Cruise in Paris a Unique Experience
The Seine River Cruise is a very popular way to see the city. It gives you a glimpse of the city from the heart of the river, making for a new perspective. As you meander through the river on your glass-covered, air-conditioned boat, you will get to see the highlights of the city, such as the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, City Hall, and Orsay Museum.
You can pick from a sightseeing cruise, which includes either audioguides or a professional guide; meal cruises, where you can enjoy delectable French cuisine and wine; and combo cruises, which includes a sightseeing tour along with another experience such as cabaret shows or city tours. Your meal cruises are also accompanied by live music to set the scene and make for a romantic and fun experience.
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Sightseeing Cruises
A Seine River sightseeing cruise will take you along iconic Parisian landmarks, like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame, and Orsay Museum among others. Depending on your booking, sightseeing cruises also include an audio guide in over 14 languages, including English. This is a great way to gain a unique vantage point of the city’s landscape.
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Lunch vs Dinner
Seine River dinner and lunch cruise bring together the best of a French holiday – incredible sights and delicious meals. Indulge in 3-course meals accompanied by refreshing drinks as you glide past famed monuments in the city, like the Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, and Grand Palais among many others. Your experience will also include some delightful live music.
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Bateaux Parisiens
Bateaux Parisiens is among the premier companies in Paris that offer Seine River Cruises. They offer both meal cruises and sightseeing cruises. You can enjoy the beautiful monuments of Paris from a different perspective as you cruise down the river. On the sightseeing cruise, you get a complimentary audio guide in 14 languages to ensure an insightful experience.
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Bateaux Mouches
Bateaux Mouches is one of the best Seine River cruise boat tour companies. They provide lunch, dinner, and sightseeing cruises. As you cruise down the river, you will catch sight of famous Parisian landmarks such as Musée d'Orsay, Louvre Museum, and Concorde. On the sightseeing cruise, you generally get live commentary making for an enriching experience.
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Discounts depend on the cruise you choose. For most experiences, children under the age of 11-12 years of age will enjoy reduced pricing.
What to See on a Seine River Cruise in Paris
Here are all the best sights you'll see while on a Seine River cruise in Paris.
Eiffel Tower
Towering at 324 meters, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most widely-recognized monuments in the world. Constructed in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel, the tower was designed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution and to show off France’s industrial might. The wrought-iron structure defines the city’s landscape, inviting millions of visitors each year to climb up and soak in Paris.
Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum boasts one of the richest art collections in the world. It is easily one of the most popular museums in the world, inviting millions each year. Its glass pyramid structure, a symbol of elegance, can be widely recognized from a distance. The most popular artwork at the Louvre is Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, along with Venus de Milo and Liberty Leading The People.
Notre Dame
This iconic cathedral was built almost eight centuries back and is one of Paris’ prized landmarks. Located on a small island (Ile de la Cite) in the middle of the Seine, the Notre Dame is considered to be a prime example of French Gothic architecture, with its buttresses, high rose windows, and stunning sculptures. It is currently undergoing a massive renovation project after the 2019 fire’s destruction.
Sacre-Coeur Basilica
Dedicated to the sacred heart of Jesus, Sacre-Coeur Basilica is one of the most visited monuments of this city. Now standing as a sacred site, the artistic church is constructed using a white marble stone that gives it a stunning, chalky appearance. It is located at butte Montmarte summit, considered to be the highest point in the city. This makes it the second-highest monument in Paris after the Eiffel Tower.
Along with these, you'll also see the Orsay Museum, Grand Palais, Conciergerie, and the Pantheon among many others.
Plan Your Seine River Cruise Experience
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What are the Seine River cruise hours?
Seine River cruise timings vary based on the ticket you purchase. Generally, sightseeing cruises last between 30 minutes to an hour, every day of the week, from morning to evening. The exact details will be available on your tickets.
Are audio guides included with Seine River cruise tickets?
It depends on the experience you book; some sightseeing experiences include an audio guide in multiple languages, including English.
Can you go on a Seine River night cruise?
Yes, night cruises are available at the Seine River. You can also choose to purchase dinner cruises.
Where can you board a Seine River sightseeing cruise from?
Most Seine River Cruises begin at the Pont de l Alma 1, located near the foot of the Eiffel Tower. The address is Port de la Conference, 75008 Paris, France.
What are the Seine River lunch cruise timings?
It depends on which Seine River lunch cruise you book. Most cruises are available on all days of the week between 12:30 PM and 02:00 PM.
What is included in a Seine River lunch cruise?
Depending on your ticket, your Seine River lunch cruise will cover over a dozen top Parisian landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum, along with a 3-course meal, and drinks
What are the entertainment options on Seine River lunch cruises?
Depending on your Seine River lunch cruise ticket, you will have live accordion music on your cruise.
Where can you board a Seine River lunch cruise from?
Most Seine River lunch cruises begin at the Pont de l Alma 1, located near the foot of the Eiffel Tower. The address is Port de la Conference, 75008 Paris, France.
What are the Seine River dinner cruise timings?
Seine River dinner cruises are available on all days of the week (depending on your ticket) between 8:15 PM and 10:45 PM.
What is included in a Seine River dinner cruise?
Depending on your ticket, your Seine River Cruise will cover over a dozen top Parisian landmarks, including Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, The Parliament, Musée d’Orsay, Institut de France, City Hall, Louvre, and Grand Palais, and a 3-course meal prepared specially by the chef onboard, with optional champagne or wine.
What are entertainment options on a Seine River dinner cruises?
Depending on the experience you opt for, your cruise will include live music or a Crazy Horse cabaret show.
Where can you board a Seine River dinner cruise from?
Most Seine River Cruises begin at the Pont de l Alma 1, located near the foot of the Eiffel Tower. The address is Port de la Conference, 75008 Paris, France.
Is photography allowed on a Seine River cruise?
Amateur photography is allowed throughout Paris. However, professional photography requires a permit. Drones are not allowed over any settlement and is prohibited in Paris.
Are Seine River cruises wheelchair-friendly?
Not all Seine River Cruises are wheelchair-friendly, however, Bateaux Mouches leaving from Pont d'Alma provide easy access from street level, down a mild slope (gravel and concrete) to the boat dock.
What should I wear on a Seine River cruise?
If you're going for a dinner or lunch cruise, it is recommended that you wear smart, semi-formal outfits and avoid casual clothing like flip flops and shorts.
Seine River Cruise FAQs
Are Seine River cruises open to public now?
Yes, Seine River cruises are now open to the public with few health and safety measures in place.
What public safety measures are in place on a Seine River cruise?
To limit contact and ensure social distancing, it is advised that you book your tickets online. Other safety measures include mandatory use of masks, social distancing of at least 1.5 meters, use of sanitizers, and online payments.
What are the different Seine River cruises available?
Guests can book sightseeing cruises, or lunch and dinner cruises.
Are audio guides available on a Seine River cruise?
Only sightseeing cruises include multilingual audio guides; lunch and dinner cruises do not provide audio guides.
What is the best Seine River Cruise for families?
The combo Seine River Cruise with Paris City tour is perfect for families as it covers the best of the city from both land and water, and is cost-effective as well.
What is the best Seine River Cruise for couples?
The Seine River Dinner Cruise is perfect for couples as it is a very romantic experience. You can enjoy delicious French food and wine, accompanied by live music as you see the city come to life around you. The other option is to take a sightseeing cruise combined with a cabaret show. You will get to see Paris from the heart of the Seine, and later, you can head out to see a vibrant show with colourful costumes and extravagant performances.
What is the cancelation policy for a Seine River cruise?
It depends on the experience you choose. While some offer a refund if canceled within the stipulated time, others may not be canceled, amended or refunded.
If I take a meal-based Seine River Cruise, will I be able to get vegetarian food?
Yes, vegetarian options are available on meal-based Seine River Cruises.
What is the best time to go for a Seine River cruise?
The best time would be to go during the off-season, between October to April, since summers tend to get very hot and crowded in Paris.
Is a Seine River Cruise wheelchair-friendly?
Not all Seine River Cruises are wheelchair-friendly. However, Bateaux Mouches, which leaves from Pont d'Alma provides easy access from street level, down a mild slope (gravel and concrete) to the boat dock.
From happy customers
Marvi
United KingdomAug., 2025
It was a lovely experience we had a great time .The cruise was big and we could move freely around .lovely staff as well
1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise
Antonio
SpainAug., 2025
I loved everything about the cruise. Very nice tour, where we were able to see the city from another perspective. Highly recommended.
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Seine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise from the Eiffel Tower
Van
Aug., 2025
We liked seeing Paris from the waterside. The wether was terific. Seeing all the familiair and less familiair landmarks whilst feeling the fresh wind in our faces was very agreeable.
Seine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise from the Eiffel Tower
Debby
BelgiumAug., 2025
Best decision we made. Saw a lot of Paris and you get off wherever you want. You get explanations everywhere thanks to the earpiece system and drivers super friendly and helpful. Too bad there was no Dutch among them.
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Tootbus: Paris Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Seine River Cruise
Elisha
South AfricaAug., 2025
Amazing experience. The Guide was so professional and made the tour so interesting. We really enjoyed the views of the city from the eiffel tower and then from the river cruise at night. We loved learning about the history of the Eiffel tower which was very interesting.
Combo: Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator with Seine River Cruise
Erik
Aug., 2025
A great guide!!!
Very cooperative, always friendly and an answer to every question!!!
Waiting time to get up the tower was definitely too long with children, but you can't help it....
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Combo: Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator with Seine River Cruise
Iwona
AustriaAug., 2025
Extremely big museum worth seeing if you're into history - with elements for kids as well! The ticketing was easy, although if you are eligible for a free ticket you need to get it at the counter first since they need to check your ID. Otherwise it was great, the cruise was also a very cool experience with great sights + the departure was every 30 mins for us so we could plan it really well - overall definitely worth booking!
Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Tickets + Seine River Cruise
Toscano
Juli, 2025
Huge and beautiful museum with dedicated rooms.
Beautiful also the integration of themed haute couture creations.
Too bad about the Mona Lisa room not well managed and too much confusion
Very kind and knowledgeable hostess who handed us the tickets and excellent queue jumping
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Louvre Museum Timed Entry with Seine River Cruise