Paris Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with options
Overview
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Explore the City of Lights with a quintessential Seine River Cruise in Paris! Choose from a variety of daily departure times to suit your sightseeing schedule, and then check in for your cruise near the Eiffel Tower. Hop aboard a popular Bateaux Parisiens riverboat, and soak up the passing sights of iconic attractions like Notre Dame, the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay. Glide beneath beautiful historic bridges, including the famous Pont Neuf. Even the riverbanks of the Seine are a sight to behold and have been collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, a prerecorded audio guide provides commentary on the history and legends of Paris. The boat will turn around after about half an hour and cruise back up the opposite bank for a scenic and leisurely introduction to the magic of Paris. Your sightseeing cruise ends back at the original departure point near the Eiffel Tower.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Enjoy special online pricing that is not available when buying on the spot.
In addition of our commentary, a guide is at your disposal on board for additional questions.
Departures are between 10 am - 10 pm (one departure every 30 minutes) from April to September.
Departures are between 10:30 am - 9 pm (one departure every hour) from October to March.
For lunch, please have your meal before or after the cruise. For dinner, please have your meal before the cruise
There is no room to store luggage and/or large bags on this tour. Please leave them at your accommodations or vehicles
Smoking and drinking is not allowed. You will immediately be asked to leave if caught by a staff member
There's a vending machine on the boat for snacks and drinks.
You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring a valid photo ID/passport with you as it is required to be displayed at the entrance.
No Show policy: Failure to report on time will result in a no show, and no rescheduling or refund will be provided.
No outside food or beverages and luggage allowed.
A Viator/TripAdvisor confirmation booking will be sent at the time of confirmation is not the official ticket.
E-Tickets will be forwarded via Email by one day before the tour date. No need to print, you can show from smart phone itself.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
[Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Cruising route along Seine River, Palais Bourdon, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Institut de France, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Cité de la Mode et du Design, Hôtel de Ville, Conciergerie, Louvre Museum, Pont de la Concorde, Grand Palais, Trocadéro Square, Statue of Liberty
Imp Note: Tickets are valid for full day during opening hours. Mentioned time slot are for booking purposes only.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Enjoy a leisurely trip down the Seine on this Bateaux Parisiens river cruise. Glide past Paris’ world-famous monuments including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and historic bridges like the Pont Neuf. Listen to audio commentary along the way to learn more about passing attractions. Cruise during the day, or choose an evening departure time to float through the enchanting city at night. Either way, it’s a fantastic introduction to the highlights of Paris. Seine River sightseeing cruise in Paris Cruise down the Seine river, see top Paris attractions like Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre Glide under classic bridges, such as Pont Neuf, and listen to audio commentary about their history. Cruising route (60-80 minutes) along Seine River, Palais Bourdon, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Institut de France, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Cité de la Mode et du Design, Hôtel de Ville, Conciergerie, Louvre Museum, Pont de la Concorde, Grand Palais, Trocadéro Square, Statue of Liberty.
Observatoire Panoramique de la Tour Montparnasse
Enjoy some of the best panoramic views overlooking Paris—and skip the crowds at busier attractions like the Eiffel Tower—when you ascend to the observation deck of the Montparnasse Tower. Upon arrival, head straight up to the open-air rooftop of this modern skyscraper for unparalleled views of the Eiffel Tower, Invalides, and other famous landmarks that dot the Paris skyline. You can even visit during twilight to see the City of Light all aglow.With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone to enterBe rewarded with some of the best views of ParisGuarantee your entry in advance to make logistics seamlessLearn more about the sights from the audiovisual displays.
What‘s Included
Admission tickets as per option selected
Montparnasse Top of the City Ticket if option selected
60 minutes Seine River cruise Ticket
See top Paris attractions along the river like Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre
Pick up or Drop off
Food, Drinks and Souvenir Photo taken at boarding
Options
Bateaux Mouches
Admission Ticket: Sightseeing cruise for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Please reach at the Pont de l’Alma, Port de la Conférence, 75008 Paris, France.
Validity: Tickets are valid from 10 am till 7 pm and can be used anytime in between. Mentioned time slots are for booking purpose.
Boarding: Begin the cruise along the Seine River.Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the time selected.
Starting point:
Bateaux-Mouches, Pont de l'Alma, Port de la Conférence, 75008 Paris, France
Bateaux Parisiens
Admission Ticket: Please board at Bateaux Parisiens located at Port de la Bourdonnais. https://maps.app.goo.gl/jyDtqCVZHtCvYXuN8
Validity: Tickets are valid from 10 am till 7 pm and can be used anytime in between. Mentioned time slots are for booking purpose.
How to get there: Take Bus Line 30 to Tour Eiffel Station and walk fro 5-minute. Please type Bateaux Parisiens & follow google map location.
Starting point:
Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris, France
Paris Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with Montparnasse
Admission Tickets: Paris Seine River Cruise and Montparnasse Tickets.
Time Slots: Tickets's Time Slots for Seine River Cruise and Montparnasse will be differ by 3 hours.
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great views
Vicki P,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great pics of the Eiffel tower from the river! Affordable price for a short but funfilked trip! Great restaurants close by
A good walk, but sending tickets without respecting the deadlines and boarding to better organize
Mamaka87,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.001. The most Good ride, which could have gone to the Statue of Liberty on the one hand, the National Library of France on the other. Relevant comments. 2. Less - Tickets sent the same morning and not 24 hours before as promised by the description - Queues / boarding to fluidify, toilets to keep cleaner: although very numerous, each of your customers pays; they are not livestock!
Bad service, wasted tickets
Lizetta F,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Be sure to check your tickets very early. We were sent a bad file and they did not respond to fix it. We were not able to use the tickets and they have not responded for a refund.
Top
Go37839815320,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good time spent on board to make discover Paris to children, pleasant and welcoming staff. Beautiful views of the Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame Cathedral Lady, the Eiffel Tower...
Trapped
pennymO6398XF,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Massive tourist trap. Three hour queue to get on an overcrowded boat. Poorly managed. Would not recommend this to my worst enemy.
Very bad fraud- money gone
Wander04291712940,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Viator was scam no tickets received, so simply no longer book through TripAdvisor. Unfortunately quite bad experience
Long queues, too busy..I was just about able to sit on top deck..but could see anything due to people standing in front of me .
Arpana F,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Poor sightseeing due to overcrowding. Peo0le constantly standing in front of u leaving you with no view. Not recommended
Walk on the Seine to discover the monuments
laurentr174,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The children were outside and we could enjoy the visit. At nightfall we were able to enjoy the city lights and monuments. Welcoming and comments much appreciated
Do not buy from TripAdvisor or Viator
T6480ERstever,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Do not use TripAdvisor or Viator! There are tickets available at the port. I bought a ticket online and the electronic ticket was not delivered in my email. So my wife and I had to get tickets at the kiosk at the port. As far as the boat ride, only 3 landmarks along the river. Not much to look at after that.
Don’t do it ….. Scam scam scam scam
2MattL,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Don’t do this. Tripadvisor should have taken this off ages ago judging by how many scam calls have been made against it. Seine cruise was lovely. Received the tickets 24 hours prior (as advised), but then no tickets for the “option”. Our option was to go to the top of the Montparnasse tower. Got there even though instructions were vague from “tour operator”. The people at the tower were helpful, but alas we had to pay the entrance fee. We had contacted the “tour operator” and they fobbed us off and then eventually stone walled us. Needless to I will be contacting g trip advisor but it seems from other reviews that will be a waste of time. I have asked my bank to look into this for me.
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