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Seine Cruises: The 15 Best Hours on the Water in Paris

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An hour on the water costs less than a museum ticket and shows you more of the city than either. The 15 below separate the plain sightseeing loops from the dinner sailings and the hop-on passes, with prices, run times and which ones sail after dark.

Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower - Finding the boat at Port de la Bourdonnais
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Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower

1.Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 11,231 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Our pick

Pair a one-hour Seine cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais with a freshly made crêpe at Trocadéro. You can cruise and snack anytime between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM, with open-air and enclosed seating, commentary in 14 languages, and tickets valid for one month.

“really enjoyed this cruise beautiful scenery under all the bridges 🌉 shame needed own audio equipment we couldn't listen to it as our phones disnt have enough battery im not sure why the audio couldn't have been played from speakers on the boat. lots of room upstairs for people to sit”

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Paris: Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise - What dinner is like aboard Paris en Scène
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Paris: Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise

2.Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,611 reviews · 1h 45m · from $64

Cruise the Seine for 105 minutes aboard Paris en Scène, dining on a three-course French meal served in cocotte style. Outward-facing seats, panoramic windows, and an open terrace give you clear views of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, and more. The boat holds a small group of up to 10 people, with mineral water included and other drinks available to buy.

“A great experience....the service, food, and sights were top shelf.”

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Paris: Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise - Entering the Eiffel Tower by reserved elevator
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Paris: Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise

3.Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,329 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Meet your English-speaking guide near the Eiffel Tower, hear lively stories from guides such as Chloé, Marcella, or Emmanuel, then ride to level two for Paris views. Add summit access if you wish. Your one-hour Seine cruise ticket is valid for six months after the tower visit, giving you useful scheduling freedom.

“Chloe was amazing and walked us to the best entrance to skip the line as well as gave very good instructions for when we had to show our tickets and go through both security checks. She gave us great information and help us with an issue at security that came up and literally saved our trip to the Eiffel tower with the guards. She was a godsend! We did the 8:45pm tour which was perfect because we were up on the tower for the first sparkle then headed down to get our photos below the tower when it was lit up, had time to take our Seine River cruise which…”

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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music - Boarding beside the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

4.3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,248 reviews · 2h 30m · from $135

Spend 150 minutes aboard a Bateaux Parisiens glass boat, enjoying a three-course à-la-carte dinner, live singing, and Paris landmarks lit after dark. Departing from the Eiffel Tower, the cruise passes Les Invalides, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and more. Choose from central, panoramic, window, or front-row seating packages.

“It was AMAZING !!! One of the best evening here and I celebrate my birthday. I highly recommended ♥️🫶🏻”

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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise - Choosing the right service and table
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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise

5.Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,930 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Board near the Eiffel Tower for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with a 3 or 4-course French meal, wine or Champagne, and live singing. Large windows frame Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and illuminated bridges. Choose your service carefully if a window table matters.

“Great experience. They needed to announcement when we going to pass the icons, at night you can not see were you are. Entertainment (Singer) was great. Staff professional Good food”

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Paris: Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops - Starting at the Eiffel Tower stop
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Paris: Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops

6.Paris: Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,645 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $27

Use a 24 or 48 hour Batobus pass to explore Paris by the Seine. Hop on at nine stops near major sights, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Notre-Dame. Heated boats, an open terrace, multilingual webapp, and frequent departures make this a relaxed alternative to the Metro.

“Liked being able to get off in areas that you wanted to spend more time. If you don’t have much time, you can see a lot by doing the whole circle”

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Paris: Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise - Boarding near the Alexandre III Bridge
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Paris: Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise

7.Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 5,272 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $69

Board a panoramic restaurant boat near the Alexandre III Bridge for a 90-minute to two-hour Seine cruise. Enjoy a three-course French bistro dinner served by butlers, then step onto the outdoor terrace for views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Conciergerie, and the Eiffel Tower. Drinks, window tables, and celebration extras cost more.

“It was wonderful. From beginning to end! A lovely dinner cruise that I highly recommend”

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Paris : 3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River - Boarding near the Musée d’Orsay
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Paris : 3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River

8.3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5,205 reviews · 75 minutes - 2 hours · from $100

Sail from the Musée d’Orsay area on a glass-enclosed boat, enjoying a three-course Parisian dinner while passing Notre Dame, the Louvre, Pont Neuf, and the Eiffel Tower. Choose the 6:45 PM or 9:15 PM departure. Window seating, Champagne, cocktails, and beef cost extra, so check your package carefully.

“Amazing experience! Would do again in a second. Food was excellent!”

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Bateaux Mouches Dinner Cruise on the Seine River in Paris - Prestige or Excellence: which menu earns its price?
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Bateaux Mouches Dinner Cruise on the Seine River in Paris

9.Bateaux Mouches Dinner Cruise on the Seine River in Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,847 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156

Make your own way to Port de la Conférence near Alma Bridge for a roughly three-hour evening cruise. Enjoy a three- or four-course dinner, wine or Champagne, live piano and violin, and views of Paris landmarks from the covered dining room or upper deck. Excellence includes priority window seating and extra food choices.

“Fantastic cruise on River Seine experience with great food and excellent service, we loved every minute!”

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Paris: 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music - Four French Courses With Wine or Champagne
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Paris: 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

10.4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,827 reviews · 2h 30m · from $153

Board a Bateaux Mouches restaurant boat near Pont de l’Alma for a 150-minute Seine cruise. You’ll enjoy four French courses, wine or Champagne, piano and violin music, and views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, and Eiffel Tower. Most tables sit by windows, while the Excellence option gives you priority seating.

“The boat was excellent! I very much enjoyed celebrating my birthday with everyone!! The food, ambiance, and music was splendid. Thank you so very much!”

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Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise by Batobus - Port des Invalides and the grand riverfront
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Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise by Batobus

11.Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise by Batobus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,411 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Use a 24 or 48-hour Batobus pass to cruise Paris on the Seine, stopping near the Eiffel Tower, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and Saint-Germain. Boats offer an open rear terrace, staff onboard, and multilingual audio through a web app. It is scenic transport first, guided tour second.

“My husband and I booked for this tour. When we got there our tickets were not recognized by the Batobus company. We had to buy new tickets. No communication no refund. Won't recommend to anyone!”

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Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise - The dinner menu and what it means for value
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Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise

12.Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3,116 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Board at Île aux Cygnes near Pont de Bir-Hakeim for a 1-hour-45-minute evening cruise with window-facing armchairs, a three-course meal, bottled water, music, and views of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Musée d’Orsay, and illuminated bridges. Wine and Champagne cost extra.

“It was a great evening! The food was good and there was music! It was festive and it was great to see the lights of the city”

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Paris: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour & Seine Cruise Bundle Tour - Stop 1: Opéra and the grands magasins
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Paris: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour & Seine Cruise Bundle Tour

13.Paris: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour & Seine Cruise Bundle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,009 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $56

Use a 1, 2, or 3-day Tootbus pass to circle Paris by clean-energy open-top bus, then take a Vedettes de Paris cruise from the Eiffel Tower. Audio commentary comes in 10 languages, with a kids’ guide, live bus tracking, and five self-guided walks covering areas such as Montmartre, fashion, Emily, and the Eiffel Tower.

“Directions to the boat cruise could have been better”

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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise - Boarding beneath the Eiffel Tower
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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise

14.Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,680 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100

Start beneath the Eiffel Tower for a two-hour Bateaux Parisiens lunch cruise. Enjoy a private table, Champagne or a kir, a three-course meal, wine, live music, and broad views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, Musée d’Orsay, Pont Alexandre III, and the Statue of Liberty.

“Absolutely superb from start to finish. Staff were superb. Food was superb. The tour was amazing. Overall I would recommend this to anyone going to Paris.”

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Paris: Seine River Cruise with a Live Guide - Finding the Vedettes de Paris dock at 2 Port de Suffren
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Paris: Seine River Cruise with a Live Guide

15.Seine River Cruise with a Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,629 reviews · from $24

Board near the Eiffel Tower for a one-hour Seine cruise on a quiet electric boat. A local guide speaks in French and English, while an app adds commentary in five more languages. You will pass Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Hôtel de Ville, and historic bridges before returning to 2 Port de Suffren.

“Guide was excellent all 5 star. Good value for money.”

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