Paris Boat Cruise Prices 2023
Looking to embark on a leisurely cruise along the Seine River? What a wonderful idea to discover Paris from a unique perspective, passing by all its most beautiful landmarks: the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre Museum, Pont des Arts, Pont Alexandre III, and the Musée d'Orsay. You'll have front-row seats! These boats are specially designed with glass windows, offering a 360° panorama. They are air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter, ensuring the best experience during your visit to the capital.
Paris boat tours are available year-round and typically last about 1 hour. During the day, you can enjoy the pleasant weather and an hour of relaxation amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Paris. In the evening, the cruises take on a special charm as the monuments light up, and you can witness the sparkling Eiffel Tower glittering for 10 minutes every hour after sunset.
There are several boat companies operating in Paris. Below is a comparative table to make your decision-making process easier. We strongly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to save time on-site. Moreover, the tickets are valid for the date and time of your choice.
2024 Rates
| BATEAUX PARISIENS | BATEAUX MOUCHES | VEDETTES DU PONT NEUF | VEDETTES DE PARIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rates | |||
| Adults: € 15 Children (4 to 11 years old): € 7 Children (0 to 4 years old): free |
Adults: € 14 Children (4 to 11 years old): € 6 Children (0 to 4 years old): free |
Adults: € 12 Children (4 to 12 years old): € 5 Children (0 to 4 years old): free |
Adults: € 15 Children (4 to 12 years old): € 7 Children (0 to 4 years old): free |
| Departure times | |||
| From April to September: From 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. (until 11 p.m. on weekends and every day in July and August) Frequency: every 30 minutes From October to March: From 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Frequency: every hour |
From April to September: From 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Frequency: every 30 minutes From October to March: From 11 a.m. to 9:20 p.m. Additional departure at 10.15 a.m. on weekends. Frequency: every 40 minutes |
July and August: From 10:30 a.m. to 10:50 p.m. Frequency: every 30 minutes From September to June: From 10:30 a.m. to 10:15 p.m. Frequency: approximately every 45 minutes, no cruise between 5 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. |
From April to October: From 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. (until 11:30 p.m. every day in July and August) Frequency: every 30 minutes From November to March: From 11:15 a.m. to 9 p.m. Frequency: every 45 minutes |
| Duration of the cruise | |||
| 1h | 1h10 | 1h | 1h |
| Boarding location | |||
| Port de la Bourdonnais, au pied de la Tour Eiffel | Pont de l'Alma | Square du Vert-Galant, next to Notre Dame | Pont de Grenelle, on the dock opposite the Eiffel Tower |
| Metro access | |||
| Trocadéro (M6 or M9) | Alma Marceau (M9) | Pont Neuf (M7) | Passy (M6) |
| Advantages | |||
| Individual audio guide Access to the upper deck Right next to the Eiffel Tower |
Commented cruise Access to the upper deck Free parking during the cruise |
Live comments Boarding in the heart of Paris Lowest price |
Snack options available Access to the upper deck Right next to the Eiffel Tower |
| Buy your tickets online | |||
| Bateaux Parisiens | Bateaux Mouches | Vedettes du Pont Neuf | Vedettes de Paris |
Bateaux Mouches route in Paris
Restaurant cruises on the Seine
As with the sightseeing tours, several cruise companies offer dining and lunch cruises. The atmosphere is more intimate and the experience remains memorable as a couple or with family and friends. The waiters take good care of you and you will enjoy all the monuments of Paris.
For lunch, discover our special page on lunch cruises on the Seine.
For the evening, we invite you to consult our page that lists the best dinner cruises in Paris.
Other cruise tours in Paris
Batobus is a shuttle service in Paris that allows you to hop on and off freely, making all the stopovers you want. Buy a Pass for one day (€ 17) or two days (€ 19) and make an unlimited number of journeys. 9 stations are served near the main districts and monuments of Paris: Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Notre-Dame, Jardin des Plantes, City Hall, Louvre and Place de la Concorde .
Paris Canal offers departures from La Villette or the Musée d'Orsay. You will sail along the Saint-Martin canal, crossing the Bastille's mysterious vault and crossing the different locks. Superb experience too!
