Seine river cruises and boat tours

10 activities to book in Paris — median entry price €18. Listings updated on .

A daytime cruise is the easiest way to see Paris at a glance: an hour on the Seine, from the Eiffel Tower to Notre-Dame, with recorded commentary or a guide on board. The canals offer a slower trip, with their locks, between the Bassin de la Villette and the Port de l’Arsenal.

These tickets are usually open-dated or valid at any time: you board the next departure without booking a slot. Dinner and evening cruises are in the Nights & experiences section.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a Seine river cruise?

From €13 (Batobus Paris); median price €18 across 10 cruises.

Where do the boats leave from?

From the piers of the selection: Bateaux-Mouches (8th arr.), Vedettes de Paris (7th arr.), Bateaux Parisiens (7th arr.) and Paris Bike Tour (3rd arr.). Each listing gives the exact boarding point.

Where are the dinner cruises?

23 dinner and evening cruises are in the Nights & experiences section. Dinner cruises →

Do I need to book a cruise in advance?

Rarely for a sightseeing cruise: tickets are often open-dated and departures frequent. Canal trips, fewer in number, are best booked a few days before a weekend.