Common questions
What are the rates for a dinner cruise on the Bateaux-Mouches in Paris?
The price of a dinner cruise with the Bateaux-Mouches Company depends on the departure time and the duration of the cruise. The 8:30 pm dinner cruise, lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes, is priced at 115 € for the Prestige formula and 155 € for the Excellence formula. Children (ages 3 to 12) receive a discounted rate of 39 € for both departure times. Please note, specific rates apply to special dates such as New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day evening, and the July 14th cruise (due to the fireworks show).
Should you reserve a dinner cruise aboard the Bateaux-Mouches?
This advice applies to all dinner cruise companies on the Seine: advance booking is strongly recommended to avoid finding a fully booked boat. Seine restaurant cruises are in high demand, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as on the eves of public holidays and special dates.
What time should you arrive before a dinner cruise on the Seine?
It is advisable to always arrive at least 30 minutes in advance of the stated departure time. The restaurant boats must adhere to very strict schedules and will not be able to wait for latecomers.
Is it possible to celebrate a birthday during a Bateaux-Mouches dinner cruise?
It is entirely possible, and it's even a specialty of the house! A birthday option can be added upon request, including a piece of cake (choice of chocolate or red fruits) starting at 5 euros per person.
Good to know: you can request a sparkler to be placed on the dessert chosen by the birthday person. It's free and allows everyone to choose the dessert they prefer from the menu.
What is the duration of a Bateaux-Mouches dinner cruise in Paris?
The duration depends on the departure time. The Bateaux-Mouches offer a short 1 hour and 15-minute cruise with dinner at 6 pm, ideal for early sleepers and families with young children. The 8:30 pm cruise is much longer, lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes.
What is the route of the Bateaux-Mouches dinner cruise?
Starting from the Port de la Conférence at the Pont de l’Alma (Right Bank), the restaurant cruise will take you past all the monuments visible from the Seine and under the most prestigious bridges of Paris from the tip of the Île aux Cygnes and its Statue of Liberty to the tip of the Île Saint-Louis. You can admire, appropriately illuminated, the Louvre Museum, the Orsay Museum, as well as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Trocadéro, and the Conciergerie. The Pont Neuf, Royal, de l’Alma, and d’Iéna will obviously be part of the journey.
What is the difference between the Prestige menu and the Excellence menu?
The Excellence Menu at 139 euros offers even finer raw materials as well as wines and champagnes from even more prestigious houses than the 99 euro Prestige Menu. Both formulas offer a choice of 5 starters, 5 main courses, and 5 desserts with an aperitif, a bottle of wine for two, a bottle of water for two, and coffee or tea. By choosing the Excellence Menu, you also guarantee a table near the window.
Is the Bateaux-Mouches dinner cruise suitable for vegetarians?
The chef of the Bateaux-Mouches Company has made it a point of honor to satisfy vegetarians and vegans who will not settle for the side dishes of others. Simply request the vegetarian starters, dishes, and desserts when you place your order.
How to book a Bateaux-Mouches dinner cruise for a group?
For groups of more than 10 people and up to full privatization, whether it's a private event (wedding, birthday, anniversary, Mother's Day, etc.) or a professional event (retirement, end-of-year party, seminar), consult our Seine event organization specialists and request a quote.
Good to know: for 15 people and beyond, the Bateaux-Mouches require a unique choice of Starter, Main Course, and Dessert for the entire group (excluding special diets) to ensure smooth and comfortable service.