Best of Paris in One Day: Louvre or Orsay, Eiffel Tower & Cruise
Overview
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Mobile ticket
Looking for the best way to see Paris in one day? This expertly guided experience covers the city’s must-see highlights, including timed entry to the Louvre Museum (or Musée d’Orsay on Tuesdays), a scenic Seine River cruise, and unforgettable views of the Eiffel Tower.
Designed for first-time visitors, this full-day tour blends world-famous art, historic neighbourhoods, and iconic landmarks into one well-paced itinerary. Explore masterpieces like the Mona Lisa with an expert guide, stroll through the heart of the city, and discover the stories behind Paris’s most celebrated sights.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
Strikes can be common in Paris. We make every effort to contact you prior to your tour if a strike will affect your tour. For last-minute strikes, modifications or cancellations may be communicated at the meeting point.
A single cruise ticket is provided for your use at your convenience. Please note that the cruise is guided and may be subject to delays or cancellation due to high water.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Please note: This tour offers multiple options so you can customize your experience. Please choose the one that best suits your interests.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre
Begin in Montmartre with a guided visit to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, reaching the hilltop easily via funicular. From the top, enjoy some of the best panoramic views in Paris and admire the basilica’s distinctive white domes overlooking the city.
Montmartre
Explore Montmartre on foot with your guide, visiting its historic vineyard and famous windmills while learning how this hilltop district became the heart of Paris’s artistic revolution. Discover where painters like Van Gogh and Picasso once lived and worked, then enjoy free time to sit at a classic French café for coffee and a croissant (optional, at your own expense).
What‘s Included
Local English-speaking guide
One hour Seine River Cruise (flexible ticket)
Group of 16 max
Headset
Expertly guided walking tour
Ticket for Louvre Museum or Orsay (only Tuesday tours) - if option selected
Metro tickets
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Eiffel Tower ticket
Options
Paris in a Day without Museum
Duration: 5 hours: An express option with a guided walking tour through the city’s highlights & Seine cruise. DOES NOT include Louvre or Orsay.
Private - Paris in a Day
All the major sights in Paris in a 9-hour private tour, city strolls, the Louvre, Eiffel tower, ile de la Cite and more.
Duration: 9 hours
Paris in a Day Tour
Duration: 9 hours
Reviews
2,007 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Paris in a Day
Alaina E,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is ALL walking and is up and down steps. It says that in multiple places. Our guide was very patient with our group that contained a family that somehow missed that. Felicity was our guide and she was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about everything she showed us. She went out of her way to help me find an authentic Paris souvenir and I wish we could have given her a tip.
Tour of Paris
Sylvia P,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The only downside was the fact that the Viator description was vague as to how we were getting from sight to sight. I had assumed buses but it was actually the metro. Not a problem as it was all covered by the price of the tour but necessitated more walking than we anticipated. Had 22,000 steps at the end of the day so take that into consideration. A hop off/hop on bus might be a better fit for older folks or people with limited energy.
Fantastic introduction to the City of Lights
Stephen B,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was a full day of exploring the French capital, with a mix of art, architecture and getting acclimated to how the city works and is laid out. Violette, our tour guide, was super knowledgeable, friendly and humorous, making the day even more enjoyable with her information, sense of humor or extensive detail regarding current and past French events. All of the stops of the tour were totally worth it, and gave us some great suggestions to revisit on our trip and future Paris visits. We were able to get acclimated to the city and also rode the subway, and it is always great to have a guide the first time you jump on a train in any city!
Great tour guide!
Kelly L,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Claire was a wonderful tour guide. She made everyone in the group feel included and her knowledge was extensive. Would highly recommend!
A Day in Paris of fun !
BETTY J,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tank was so wonderful made the day!Was a very great day learned a lot and was timed out great the day went fast though because Tank was so witty and fun and informative about any questions we had would recommend for sure !!!😊
Wonderful Tour by a Fantastic Tour Guide
Beryl J,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Felicia, our tour guide was absolutely incredible! She was an exceptional historian and storyteller, captivating us from the very beginning to the end of the 9-hour tour. Her energetic and enthusiastic demeanor kept the entire group fully engaged throughout the journey. Additionally, her cultural cues for lunch suggestions were spot-on. Thank you, Felicia, for making our tour such a wonderful experience. I highly recommend this tour and the exceptional Felicia who guided us.
Great experience
Lisa C,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Felix, was excellent. Very knowledgeable, funny, accommodating, easy to talk to and easy to understand. As it states in the description, this tour does involve a considerable amount of walking, including going up and down stairs, but walking is a great way to explore Paris.
A must do tour
adam b,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great day. Very interesting and very informative. I couldn't recommend this tour any more highly.
Great tour
FarAway425598,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Felix,our guide was so knowledgeable and fun. Overall amazing experience.
A Must do to for all Paris travelers
bg5621,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well done!! The best one day tour of Paris ever. Felix covered all the bases and was very attentive to all needs and questions of our diverse group. Great way to start your Paris trip.
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