Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
You will experience a 3-course dinner including a drink (soft drink, beer or a glass of wine) and a 1-hour-sightseeing cruise. It is up to you to choose whether you prefer having dinner first and taking the cruise after your meal or if you start by the cruise and enjoy your dinner after it.
The Bistro Parisien with its unique situation on the Seine River, just at feet of the Eiffel Tower, welcomes you for dinner at 6.30 pm. Take your seat at your private table and choose your dishes from the à-la-carte menu. The authentic French cuisine is cooked from seasonal produce. A vegetarian option is available.
Before or after dinner, take a sightseeing cruise and appreciate the breathtaking views of the famous must-see landmarks and discover many facts about the culture and the history of Paris via the audio phones or the interactive smartphone app available in 11 languages (English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Japanese, Russian, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese).
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Arrival time at 6.30 pm
The sightseeing cruise is free for children who are less than 4 years old. However, if they eat at the Bistro Parisien restaurant, a child menu at €15 per child will be charged on the spot.
A vegetarian option is available on the spot.
You can choose if you start by the cruise or the dinner. If you choose to take the cruise before having dinner, collect the ticket for the cruise at the Bistro Parisien (pontoon no. 2).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Paris
Step in to the Bistro Parisien, which is a transparent quayside restaurant. From the Bistro Parisien, you have the best view to the Eiffel Tower, perfect for a nice picture. Your ticket includes a 3-course-dinner and a 1-hour-sightseeing cruise. It is up to you if you prefer starting by the cruise or the dinner. You will get the tickets for the cruise at Bistro Parisien. See the sights of Paris from the River Seine on a 1-hour cruise from the Eiffel Tower. Marvel at the monuments of Paris from its historic waterway, including the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris, the Louvre, the Latin Quarter, the Grand Palais and the Eiffel Tower. Learn about the monuments and have fun with the interactive smartphone app available in 11 languages. Take your seat at your private table at the Bistro Parisiens and enjoy a delicious 3-course menu. Choose your dishes and savor traditional French food. A vegetarian option is also available on the spot.
The Seine
Marvel the views of Paris’ major attractions lining the beautiful Seine River, whose historic riverbanks are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Starting at the imposing Eiffel Tower, your route takes in iconic Notre Dame-Cathedral, the buzzing Latin Quarter and the Pont Neuf as well as world-famous museums such as the Musée d’Orsay and the Louvre, as you cruise to L'Ile Saint Louis and back. Your cruise then returns to the quay near the Eiffel Tower.
What‘s Included
a beer, a glass of wine or a soft drink
starter, main dish and dessert
1-hour sightseeing cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Photo taken by the photographer during the cruise
Pick-up not provided
Options
Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien
Reviews
760 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Value and Good Experience
Darkglade,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good value and great experience. We were in Paris on Labour Day so everywhere was absolutely rammed with massive queues. We'd booked in advance and walked straight in. Service was a bit slow and we had to chase drinks twice but they had let us board the restaurant prior to opening so, fair enough. Food was good albeit my steak was ni where near medium rare but it was huge and was decent. After the meal we left for the cruise....and the carnage began....we were told to tell the staff on the queue that we had 'bistro' tickets which would allow us to queue jump.....the queue was a few hundred people! We spoke to the staff, which told us to speak to someone else, that person sent us to someone else and that person then sent us to the back of the long queue....we went back to the original person and explained it again and we were bustled through a barrier successfully. The queue was intense and the flow of people was doubly so....so I do get the confusion...however, this was my only real criticism that this part of the experience could have been improved. However, the food and eventually cruise were great and I would recommend....also, we sat and ate dinner, literally within a hundred meters of the Eiffel Tower - like wow
Loved this experience!
John H,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The dinner and service was excellent. The cruise was so relaxing and scenic. Make sure to go on the 9:00pm cruise to see the 10:00pm Eiffel Tower sparkle!
Wonderful experience.
V3655ZPcalvins,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would recommend this for couples or for families. The dinner was delicious. Waiter was confused about what accompaniments came with the meals, but everything was good so it really didn’t matter. If you want cafe after your meal it is not included, the price is steep so be forewarned. The river cruise was lovely. We took the last one for the night, and it was a little chilly and packed like sardines. Wear layers and you will be fine.
Nice ride and tour
carolyn d,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If they don't drink wine select another drink if they pour it you'll havecto pay if you want a different drink
First time Paris visit
Mary-anne K,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We chose to do the Cruise first and then the Dinner. The Cruise was very full of tourists and once we found a spot to sit we really enjoyed it The food was fantastic, and the service was also excellent Great location under the Eiffel Tower Would definitely return again
Dinner and Cruise
Deb S,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were a little confused because not actually a guided tour which is fine but needs more explanation you just head to dinner and they give ticket for cruise a bit vague
Misleading Experience
Shannon B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The ad is misleading- it states dinner cruise. We went to eat and it states 3 course dinner. When I asked the waiter he said yes it includes a starter, main dish and a dessert. When we ordered, I selected the steak but the waiter said it would be 10 euro more. That’s a bait and switch. But you eat first and then go on the cruise. The line was super long to board the boat so we asked someone where we go if we have a reservation with Viator. He pointed us to a shorter line but we still waited about an hour. When we finally got up to boarding the cruise the top was filled up already. I asked someone if we could board the next boat because my husband has anxiety and didn’t bring his meds to calm him down. The guy said we had to go out and exchange our tickets and then wait in the big line again. In a rude way he opened the gate and said leave! You and your family need to leave! I was shocked! We paid extra for these tickets and were supposed to have priority seating. Apparently not. I’ll be disputing the charge on my card for misleading verbage.
The food was amazing at...
Deidra H,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The food was amazing at the bistro and the river cruise was a nice touch after. It was a great end to our day
Refund
markwR7828FU,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00the trip was canceled due to high water in the river. how do I go about getting a refund
All appearance..
Ilaria L,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The cruise is very badly organized, endless line with incredible cold! No fast track for those like us who had booked with dinner included. Not satisfying either... Maybe being Italian we always have different expectations about food. Experience not to be repeated
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