Best Paris Seine Boat Tours

What Is It

• A magical sightseeing tour of Paris by night.
• Enjoy a coach tour and a boat tour with audio commentary.
• Also take in the views from the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower.

What Will Do

• Enjoy a romantic cruise along the River Seine passing by Paris's iconic monuments lit in all their glory.
• Travel along the boulevards by coach as you discover more about the city with audio commentary.
• Conclude your trip with a visit to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower for views across the city.

What Inclues

• 1 hour sightseeing cruise.
• Coach tour with audio commentary.
• Access to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower viewing platform.

Travellers Talk

• This was an amazing way to see the city at night.
• Nice 1st night tour to get familiar with Paris
• A great tour that hits all the highlights

Is It Right

• A superb tour of Paris for a first time visitor who wants to see as much as possible in as short a time as possible.
• A must if you want to enjoy Paris at night!
• May not be suitable for young kids due to the length of the tour and the late end time.

What Is It

• A 3 course dinner on the refined Marina de Paris river boat.
• See Paris lit up at night as you cruise down the Seine enjoying your meal.
• An unforgettable way to spend an evening in Paris.

What Will Do

• Cruise down the Seine on an evening dinner cruise passing The Eiffel Tower, Pont Neuf, The Louvre and more.
• Enjoy a 3 course meal of French Cuisine served onboard.
• Take in the panoramic views from the glass enclosed river boat.

What Inclues

• Evening sightseeing cruise on the river Seine.
• 3 course dinner.
• Champagne and wine.

Travellers Talk

• One of the most enjoyable excursions I've had in Paris.
• The food was very good, but the atmosphere is what made the cruise. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
• The service was awesome, the food, the drink and personnel were great.

Is It Right

• A romantic way to spend an evening in Paris - Perfect for couples.
• There's a smart-casual dress code so make sure you pack, or buy, something special to wear!
• Vegans and vegetarians are also catered for as well as those with food allergies if you notify staff at time of booking.

What Is It

• A great value 2-in-1 combo sightseeing tour on the road and on the water.
• A 2 hour sightseeing bus tour around Paris.
• Plus, a 1 hour sightseeing cruise on the River Seine.

What Will Do

• See the sights from a comfortable coach that will take you past The Louvre, Champs-Elysee, The Eiffel Tower and many more places.
• Then, hop onboard the sightseeing cruise for a 1 hour trip to view Paris from the water.
• You'll learn about all the places you're passing on both the coach and the boat via audio commentary.

What Inclues

• 2 hour sightseeing coach tour.
• 1 hour River Seine sightseeing cruise.
• Audio commentary via headphones on both tours available in 13-15 languages.

Travellers Talk

• This is a really good tour to take because you get to see some of the major sites on the bus tour and then you get to enjoy a wonderful cruise down the Seine
• Short in time? This tour is easy and comfortable.
• Nice overview of Paris in a comfortable sightseeing coach

Is It Right

• A great way for first time visitors to get an overview of the city, especially for those visitors who are short on time.
• Good for people who dislike walking, or cannot walk far for health reasons.
• A great option to stay dry and warm whilst seeing the sights if visiting Paris outside of the Summer season.

What Is It

• An enjoyable family-friendly lunch and sightseeing cruise.
• A 2 hour cruise on the River Seine passing by some of the most famous Paris monuments.
• A 3 course a la carte lunch with French cuisine is served.

What Will Do

• Watch the sights of Paris pass by as you enjoy a 3 course lunch onboard the river boat.
• Listen to the live music whilst you soak up the atmosphere.
• Visit the open upper-deck for photo opportunities.

What Inclues

• 3 course lunch
• 1 bottle of wine and 1 aperitif.
• 2 hour boat cruise with live music.

Travellers Talk

• A wonderful experience, not to be missed
• Good food, friendly staff and a nice experience.
• A highlight of my trip.

Is It Right

• A relaxing way to cruise the River seine whilst enjoying some fine food.
• Vegetarian options are also available.
• Good for solo travellers, couples, and families.

What Is It

• A 2.5 hour river and canal cruise with local guide.
• A unique view of Paris taking in both iconic grand and quaint neighbourhoods.
• Travel on the River Seine and the Canal Saint Martin.

What Will Do

• See both the famous side of Paris and the lesser known areas that travellers rarely see.
• Learn all about the places you're seeing from your English speaking local guide.
• Pass through tunnels, locks and under bridges.

What Inclues

• 2.5 hour boat tour.
• Live commentary in English and French.
• Cruise on the River Seine and on the St Martin Canal.

Travellers Talk

• A great way to see another side of Paris
• An interesting alternative to the river cruises in Paris.
• Well worth the money. Lots of good historical monuments passed and great commentary.

Is It Right

• Good if you enjoy boat trips and want to see more of Paris than just the popular tourist sites.
• Not good if you're inpatient and short on time as the boat (obviously) has to travel slowly through the canal lochs.
• Perfect if you dislike walking but want to see as much of Paris as possible.

What Is It

• An opportunity to enjoy a laid-back sightseeing tour of Central Paris.
• A romantic cruise on the French waterways.

What Will Do

 
• Cruise along the picturesque River Seine, passing the most famous landmarks of the city whilst sharing a glass of French champagne with your friends and family.
• Chose to relax onboard and enjoy the view or learn about the city with a free audio guide.

What Inclues

• One free glass of champagne or liquor.
• One free crepe or muffin.
• 60-minute river cruise.
• Multilingual onboard audio guide and headphones.

Travellers Talk

• Travellers have said that this is a fantastic way to get to know the city of Paris.
• Reviews generally agree that the cruise is well operated and very relaxing.
• A few comments criticise the onboard audio guide but overall the cruise has been highly recommended by visitors.

Is It Right

• Right for anyone who wants to kick back and relax whilst seeing the sights of Paris with a glass of French Champagne in hand.
• This river cruise can be a perfectly romantic setting for couples, a sociable outing for friends, or a fun trip for families.

What Is It

• One of the most romantic activities in Paris.
• A pleasant cruise on the Seine with delicious dinner.
• A chance to explore beautifully-illuminated riverbanks and bridges.

What Will Do

• Marvel at points of interest illuminated by soft lights.
• Enjoy delicious dinner along the way.
• Listen to the live musical performance.

What Inclues

• A dinner and a live musical show.

Travellers Talk

• Comments of the participants underline the romantic nature of the dinner cruise.
• Some of them state that the combination of a cruise and French dinner is the right choice for a romantic evening in Paris.

Is It Right

• This tour is especially suitable for couples.
• The Seine cruise caters to all ages.

What Is It

• A 1 hour sightseeing cruise with a bistro lunch on the quay.
• A luxury afternoon spent on and by the river Seine
• An opportunity to see the sights of Paris from the river.

What Will Do

• Take a 1 hour sightseeing cruise to see the top attractions in Paris including the Eiffel Tower
• Learn about the sights you're passing with the audio commentary available in 11 languages.
• After or before the cruise (it's up to you) enjoy a relaxing lunch at the quayside restaurant Bistro Parisian with views of the Eiffel Tower.

What Inclues

• 1 hour sightseeing cruise with audio commentary.
• A 3 course self-service Bistro lunch on the quay with views of the Eiffel Tower.
• A soft drink, beer, or glass of wine with lunch.

Travellers Talk

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• The lunch was outstanding and the cruise was Awesome - Worth the money.
• Good food and attentive service.
• Great value for money. Very relaxed cruise followed by excellent food.

Is It Right

• A great way to spend a relaxing afternoon in Paris for first-time visitors.
• A great way to celebrate a birthday or other special occasion.
• Good for couples, families, and groups with a special kids set menu also available.

What Is It

• A 1 day pass for the River Seine hop-on-hop-off shuttle boat.
• 8 stops in Paris where you can hop on or hop off.
• Boats depart every 20-25 minutes.

What Will Do

• Sightsee Paris at your own pace using the shuttle boat cruise to move around.
• Enjoy panoramic views from the boat of Paris's iconic landmarks.
• Stay on board and enjoy a 1.5-2hour leisurely cruise along the Seine.

What Inclues

• A 1 day / 24 hour pass for the hop-on-hop-off boat.
• Travel between the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Elysees.
• Panoramic views of Paris from the water.

Travellers Talk

• It was worth getting. Boats are clean, and staff is friendly.
• It's easy to navigate the boat stops and see all the main attractions along the Seine River.
• A fantastic was to travel and view the city.

Is It Right

• A good option for visitors needing to move around the riverside attractions with ease but be aware that the boat has no commentary so it's not so good if you want to learn about the sights you're passing.
• Great if you want to avoid using the Paris metro and the congested roads.
• Cannot be used if you have luggage with you - Only use this shuttle for moving between the attractions on a sightseeing day not on a transfer day.

What Is It

• See Paris from the streets and from the water.
• Get a 1 hour tour of Paris from a local in a vintage 2CV vehicle.
• Followed by a 1 hour sightseeing cruise.

What Will Do

• Be driven around Paris in a vintage 2CV vehicle with driver/guide.
• Then hop on the 1 hour sightseeing cruise.
• From the road and/or the water you'll see the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, the Arc de Triumph, Champs Elysee, Grand Palais and so much more.

What Inclues

• A 1 hour tour of Paris in a vintage vehicle with local driver/guide.
• A 1 hour sightseeing cruise.
• Pickup from your hotel.

Travellers Talk

• We had a great time in Mathilda, a 2CV from 1980, it was all we'd expected and more!
• It was a fantastic way of sightseeing Paris.
• The cruise complements the car tour perfectly

Is It Right

• If you enjoy sightseeing but hate walking, this is a tour for you!
• A must for those who love vintage cars.
• Good for couples as well as families with young kids - Kids under 12 travel free.