The panoramic Seine River cruise by the Bateaux Parisiens river company costs 17 euros for adults and 8.5 euros for children (aged 4 to 11 inclusive). It is free for children under 4 years old.
Seine Sightseeing Cruise with the Paris Bateaux Parisiens
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Experience the magic of a sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower aboard the superb barges of the Bateaux Parisiens fleet. Book your ticket online cheaper than at the box office!
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What to expect
Welcome aboard the Bateaux Parisiens for an unforgettable cruise on the Seine, one of the most beautiful rivers in the world. Embark from the dock located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and let yourself be carried along the Seine to discover the main monuments of Paris.
During this one-hour sightseeing cruise, you will have the opportunity to discover or rediscover the history and architecture of the French capital thanks to an individual audio guide available in several languages. Let yourself be enchanted by the charm of Parisian bridges, historic buildings, and the beautiful gardens lining the riverbanks.
Bateaux Parisiens offers regular departures throughout the day, from 10 AM to 10 PM, to suit your desires and schedule. The base price for the sightseeing cruise starts at 18 euros per adult and 9 euros per child from 4 to 11 years old (web prices!). To enjoy the Miraculous Cruise option, prices start at 24 euros per adult and 19 euros per child.
For an even more magical experience, you can opt for a night cruise to admire the beauty of illuminated Paris. Bateaux Parisiens also offers onboard dining options, with delicious menus for all tastes. If you’re interested, don’t hesitate to check out the dinner cruise and lunch cruise offers by Bateaux Parisiens.
Book your sightseeing cruise now with Bateaux Parisiens and discover Paris in a new light, whether with the Miraculous Cruise or simply by admiring the beauty of Parisian monuments from the Seine.
Bateaux Parisiens sightseeing cruise times
From April to September:
- Departures from 10am to 10:30pm (except at 1pm and 7:30pm)
- At weekends and every day in June, July and August: from 10am to 11pm
- Frequency: about every 30 minutes
From October to March:
- Departures from 10:30am to 10pm
- At weekends and every day during zone C school holidays: from 10am to 10:30pm
- Frequency: about every hour
- Exceptions: last departure on 24 December at 5pm, on 31 December at 9:30pm.
Practical information
- Boarding pier ideally located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
- Individual audio guides are available in 14 languages so you don't miss any of the monuments you'll see. A sightseeing cruise to enjoy as a couple, in a group or with the family; don't hesitate to bring your children – an adapted version (in French) has been specially created for them.
- Toilets are available on board the boats (not on the pontoon).
- Free Wi-Fi is available at all the piers.
- Animals are not allowed (except guide dogs).
- Paid parking, subject to availability.
- Bateaux Parisiens also offer dinner cruises and lunch cruises.
Sightseeing cruise prices
A commented cruise aboard a Bateaux Parisiens boat costs €20 at the ticket office for adults (aged 12 and over). An individual audio guide is included in the price.
Book online and enjoy WEB prices:
Adult ticket: €18 (aged 12 and over) instead of €20 at the ticket office
Child ticket: €9 (aged 4 to 11)
Baby: Free (aged 0 to 3)
Discover the other sightseeing cruises in Paris
At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, Bateaux Parisiens offer a cruise commented in fourteen languages, often the first gateway to discovering the Seine. But Paris is full of other equally memorable river experiences: for a more local approach in the historic heart of the capital, the small fleet moored at the Square du Vert-Galant offers boarding directly on the Île de la Cité. Visitors staying in the Trocadéro area may prefer the river crossing by Vedettes de Paris, with its warm atmosphere and human-sized boats, or opt for a river outing specially designed for children to experience Paris at their level. For a dive into the history of Parisian cruises, nothing beats the aura of the iconic company founded in 1949 and its pier at the Pont de l'Alma. If your sightseeing programme includes several sites along the Seine, the unlimited day pass with nine stops turns the river into a practical way to travel between the major monuments. Finally, to escape the traditional route, head for the canals: the sightseeing cruise along the Canal Saint-Martin between Orsay and La Villette or the heritage crossing by Canauxrama and its successive locks reveal an unexpected Paris, punctuated by swing bridges and underground passages.
Cruise itinerary
Group quotation
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Map
Address
Port de la Bourdonnais
75007 Paris
75007 Paris
Public transportation
Trocadéro
Iéna
Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel
Tour Eiffel
Pont D'iena
Varsovie
Customer Reviews
Robert M.
20 June 2026
I recommend buying tickets a minimal 3 hrs in advance if doing it online. We purchased our tickets approx 90 min before they didn’t show up. We can call and wait 20min on hold before speaking to someone. Although the we a had a reservation email they would not accept it at the wharf until our tickets arrived.
Wendy C.
31 May 2026
Boat trip
We had a really nice boat trip on the Seine, the commentary was very informative, as it was a very hot day it was very helpful that we could fill up our water bottles before we went on board, the only negative thing was that they wouldn’t let us refill them after the trip.
Richard D.
25 December 2025
Boat was lovely went at twilight and the dark with lit buildings was nice. Bit of a scrum to get on pard and not especially fun queuing with no info in the cold. But once on board we sat inside and popped out every now and then. Audio tour wasn't up to much but sights were better.
Rachel C.
Published over a year ago
Excellent way to see some of the major sites when only in Paid for a few hours ... and in the middle of a heatwave! Booked online, walked straight into the boat, plenty of space and even managed to find a shady spot on the deck!
Alexandra T.
21 December 2025
Evening Cruise on the Seine
A lovely evening cruise on the Seine. Very informative and a great way to admire Paris’s main attractions.
Definitely worth it and reasonably priced.
RJ
Published over a year ago
Quick and easy booking
The booking process was quick and smooth - had no issues with checking in with activities booked through this site. Thank you!
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