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Sightseeing Cruise along the River Seine

Sightseeing Cruise along the River Seine
Sightseeing Cruises are an invitation to travel along the River Seine and its secrets for both adults and children. As a couple or with friends, by day or by night, discover Paris as you have never seen it … Gliding under one bridge to another with a view of the finest monuments, enjoy an hour’s relaxation at the heart of the bustle of the City of lights. All-glass boats with open air observation decks ensure that whatever the time or season, you fully benefit from the exceptional sights. Furthermore, individual audioguides provided inside the boat which include a special commentary for children add to the experience. Your magical journey begins at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
PARIS CRUISE WITH COMMENTARY
Embark on a memorable experience with our cruise with commentary in Paris. Discover the City of Light from its legendary river and let yourself be carried away by the magic of the iconic monuments of Paris. You won’t regret this special trip along the River Seine. From the Eiffel Tower to the Hôtel de Ville, passing by the Musée d’Orsay, you’ll be amazed by the scenery that awaits you.
ENJOY AN EXCEPTIONAL CRUISE WITH COMMENTARY THROUGH THE HEART OF PARIS
Imagine yourself sailing on a boat on the River Seine, where every bend reveals a new view of the city’s thousand-year-old history. Bateaux Parisien can offer you this and more.
Our one-hour cruises with commentary are designed to immerse you in the very essence of Paris. Equipped with an audioguide in English, you’ll be taken on a journey through the stories and anecdotes that have shaped the French capital. Every monument has a story to tell, every bridge a legend.
Our cruise with commentary in Paris is an invitation to discover the City of Light as you’ve never seen it before. Admire the banks of the Seine, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, and be charmed by the quays, the second-hand booksellers and the historic buildings.
It’s a unique opportunity to understand why Paris is the city of romance, artists, poets and dreamers.
Duration : 1 Hour With Audioguides
Tour Languages : Francais, English, Espanol, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Portugues, German, Italian.
From 15 €
TOUR DETAILS
Included :
- Ticket valid for a 1 hour cruise
- Audioguide in 14 different languages with a special commentary for children
- Hostess on board to answer all your questions and querries
Not Included :
- Transportation from your residence
- Food and Drinks
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
*Departure schedules
From April to September:
Choose any departure time from 10am to 10:30pm (except 1pm and 7:30pm - no departures)
Departure subject to a minimum of 10 participants
Frequency: approx. every 30 minutes
On weekends and every weekday of July and August: from 10am to 11pm
On 14 July, due to French National Day festivities, the last Sightseeing Cruise departure of the day is at 2pm.
From October to March:
Choose any departure time from 10:00am to 11pm (except 1pm and 7:30pm - no departures)
Departure subject to a minimum of 10 participants
Frequency: approx. every hour
On 24 December, due to Christmas festivities, the last Sightseeing Cruise departure of the day is at 5pm.
On 31 December, due to New Year's Eve festivities, the last Sightseeing Cruise departure of the day is at 9:30pm.
*Security measures
For the safety and security of us all, the number of security agents on site has been increased. Bags are systematically checked and jackets and coats must be opened at the entrance.
Baggage except for small backpacks, handbags and computer bags are no longer accepted within our establishments, including the cloakroom.
Any items, boxes or other containers left unattended as well as any suspect behaviour must be reported to Bateaux Parisiens crew members.
* Ticket valid 1 year
A BOAT TRIP IN PARIS IDEAL FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES
Would you like your children to discover Paris?
Our cruise with commentary is the perfect way to do so!
It offers a sightseeing cruise with an audioguide in English that will recount the history of the city and its monuments. Children can even get a little booklet named ‘Les Incollables’
for a simplified explanation with pictures!
Looking for something romantic to do as a couple? Our guided cruise through Paris and its monuments is also ideal! Snuggle up in the arms of your loved one and admire the wonders
of the city - day or night. See the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Musée d'Orsay to name just three of the monuments on the cruise route.
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OUR CRUISE ROUTE IN PARIS ON THE RIVER SEINE
Sail on the historic waters of the River Seine and enjoy an experience you'll never forget
on a boat trip with views of some of Paris's most famous monuments.
Start of the cruise: from the Eiffel Tower to Les Invalides
The journey begins with the majestic Eiffel Tower, universal symbol of the city, emerging in all its splendour.
As you continue your escapade, Les Invalides can be seen, home to Napoleon's tomb and military museums,
testament to France's military greatness.
From the Assemblée Nationale to the Institut de France
This cruise with commentary in Paris then takes you past the Assemblée Nationale, guardian of French democracy,
followed by the Musée d'Orsay,a former railway station transformed into a museum housing famous works of Impressionist art.
Cruising further, the Institut de France appears, the city's seat of learning and guardian of the arts and literature.
From Notre-Dame Cathedral to the Conciergerie
On the Île de la Cité stands the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, symbolising the medieval soul of Paris.
Not much further and the Hôtel de Ville comes into view with its exceptional architecture, recounting the city's political history.
Then appears the Conciergerie with its medieval towers, a reminder of its royal and revolutionary past.
End of the cruise: from the Louvre to the Palais de Chaillot
Then comes into view the Louvre, a former royal residence now the world's largest museum.
The boat cruise on the River Seine takes you by the Place de la Concorde, famous for its obelisk and its central role in French history.
The Grand Palais impresses with its grandiose architecture, before the Arc de Triomphe greets you as you pass, a symbol of the nation's victories.
The boat trip ends with the Palais de Chaillot, a testament to French elegance, providing a memorable final image of your cruise on the River Seine.
Tour operated by our partner Bateaux Parisiens
MEETING POINT & MAP
Bateaux Parisiens
At the foot of the Eiffel Tower
Port de la Bourdonnais – 75007 Paris
CANCELLATION POLICY
Your reservation is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation from us via email under 48 hours.
TICKET SERVICES
No refunds are available for the Tickets service: Eiffel Tower tickets, Opera de Paris tickets, the Louvre tickets, Museum Passes, tickets for the Catacombs, Orsay, Versailles…
Since tickets are one of a kind items, they are not replaceable. There are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations on any order once it is submitted to us. This is necessary because we have purchased them specifically for you from the Museum, or other services and we are unable to return them. Unused tickets cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded.
Please order tickets only if you are certain you want them.
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