Common questions
Why choose Bateaux Parisiens for a dinner cruise in Paris?
The Bateaux Parisiens company is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its service and the gastronomy offered on board. We love the embarkation at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and the live music throughout the course. We love the modernity of boats entirely designed for a perfect panoramic view regardless of the location on the boat.
What time does the Bateaux Parisiens cruise with dinner leave?
Two daily departure times are available: 6.15 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. During school holidays, it is also possible to book a 9 p.m. cruise modeled on the 6.15 p.m. cruise. The 6:15 p.m. cruise is short with a duration of 1:15 which makes it ideal for a family dinner with small children. Take your time with the 8:30 pm cruise which lasts 2h30. Check-in is made at decks n°5 or n°7 (fifty meters between the two decks) up to 15 minutes before the cruise departure. Note that the boats are forced by the river authorities to leave at fixed times and will not be able to wait for you if you arrive late.
What is the price of a dinner cruise in Paris with Bateaux Parisiens?
A bateaux parisiens seine river gourmet dinner & sightseeing cruise can be booked from 89 euros at Bateaux Parisiens. This price is that of the 6.15 p.m. cruise lasting 1.15 hours. It will cost you 99 euros to book the 8:30 p.m. cruise with "Etoile" (Star) option and up to 205 euros to take advantage of the exceptional Premier option in the bow of the boat. Children benefit from a reduced rate of 34 euros on the 6:15 p.m. cruise and for the "Etoile" option on the 8:30 p.m. cruise. For other services, the price is the same for an adult and for a child. There is no free admission for infants who will have to pay the child rate even if they do not have dinner. The company justifies it because of the cost of insurance.
Do I need to book the Bateaux Parisiens dinner cruise in advance?
It is absolutely essential to reserve your table in advance for a dinner cruise aboard the Bateaux Parisiens. How long in advance? In general, it is recommended to make a reservation at least 48 hours before even if it is possible to find a table at the last minute. Weekend evenings and the eve of public holidays are in high demand and require greater anticipation. For special dates such as New Years Eve, Christmas Eve, July 14th or Valentine's Day cruise, we recommend booking at least 1 month in advance.
What are the differences between the dinner options?
There is only one option for the 6:15 pm cruise. However, you have the possibility of adding a supplement to guarantee a place by the window. There are 4 different options for the 8:30 p.m. cruise. The Etoile option with a location in the middle of the boat, the Discovery service with a fixed tasting menu, the Privilege option with a guaranteed window table and the Premier service under the glass roof of the bow of the boat. Besides the location on the boat, the quality of the wines will be higher depending on the price paid.
Is there a vegetarian menu for the dinner cruise?
Vegetarians will be pleased to know that a special menu has been prepared for them. Stricter diets (vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, residue-free, diabetic, etc.) will require a request at least 24 hours in advance.
Do children have a special menu?
There is no children's menu but the proportions are adapted to their age. The kitchens have a device for warming a bottle.
Are there any alcohol-free dinner options?
You can request to replace the drinks included in the services with water or soft drinks. The price of the chosen option will however be the same.
Where is the embarkation port for the Bateaux Parisiens dinner cruise ships?
Boarding for a dinner cruise with the Bateaux Parisiens company is at the Port de la Bourdonnais in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. Turn your back to the Eiffel Tower and go down the banister that goes down to the right just at the foot of the Pont d´Iéna. The pier is at pontoon n°5 or 7 depending on the day.
Are the dinner cruises in Paris accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM)?
The Bateaux Parisiens restaurant boats are wheelchair accessible. PRMs can be dropped off right in front of the boarding pontoon. On the other hand, the toilets on board require access by stairs and are not suitable for wheelchairs.
How to book a dinner cruise in Paris for a group?
For the reservation of dinner cruises in Paris for groups of 10 people or the privatization of one or more boats, our service specializing in events is at your disposal to make your experience memorable by telephone on 01 82 83 12 04 or by filling out our
dedicated form.
