Paris Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with Commentary by Bateaux Parisiens
Description
You will book your cruise on a specific date, but there is no need to book a particular time slot, you can choose what time you want to go on the day of your cruise – simply show your voucher at the quay when you arrive. Cruise through the heart of Paris on this 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens tour by sightseeing boat. While gliding along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed banks of the River Seine, you’ll see legendary Paris attractions such as Notre Dame Cathedral and pass beneath elegant bridges like Pont Neuf. Listen to audio commentary and learn all about the sights and history of the city on this must-do Paris cruise! The commentary is available in 14 different languages via the audio guides on board or on your smartphone.
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Take a cruise on the Seine River, the most beautiful avenue of Paris!
Departure from the feet of the Eiffel Tower
As you approach the Pont Alexandre III, you will see the Dome des Invalides on the right side. This monument houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte.
This particularly beautiful bridge was a gift to France from Tsar Alexander III. It's a wonderful experience to pass underneath this structure aboard the fully glass-enclosed boat.
This characteristic building houses the French parliament. Have a look at it while you savor the flavors of the French cuisine.
Splendid building of the famous Orsay Museum and its surrowndings
You will enjoy nice views to this famous quarter while you cruise on the Seine.
When passing under Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge of Paris, lift you head and admire the sculptures
See Notre Dame Cathedral from the river
Enjoy the specific atmosphere of this area when you pass by
The Ile Saint Louis is the heart of the historical Paris. You will have interesting views to its typical architecture from the water.
The Pont Marie is a very special bridge. If you pass under this bridge, close your eyes and make a wish. It is told that your wish will come true before next year.
The Conciergerie is a very remarkable landmark. It is the place where the King Louis XVI and the Queen Marie-Antoinette where imprisoned before they were executed.
See the Louvre, the ancient Royal Castle - one of the longest buildings in the world
From the boat, you will see the Egyptian obelisk. The Place de la Concorde used to play a big role during the time of the French revolution, as the guillotine was placed there.
Admire the amazing architecture with its glass coupole! This building hosts exceptional exhibitions and events. During the Olympic games in 2024, it hosted a part of the competitions.
The bridge between the Place de la Concorde and the Assemblée Nationale was built from stones of the Bastille prison which was destroyed after the French revolution.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will book your cruise on a specific date, but there is no need to book a particular time slot; you can choose what time you want to go on the day of your cruise – simply show your voucher at the quay when you arrive.
- Enjoy special online pricing that is not available when buying on the spot.
- In addition of our commentary, a guide is at your disposal on board for additional questions.
- Schedules may vary on holidays
- On July 14 (French National Day) , the last departure is at 5:00 PM
Reviews(2,560)
You get what you pay for. We were boarded like a heard of cattle. Best seats are on top. We ended up downstairs. Weather was over 90° - no AC - you can't imagine how hot it was. The audio wasn't working. It was just not a great experience. Pay a little more.
We couldn’t make it that day due to being delayed I trépied to move to follow long day but they said no!’n
Disappointing. We sat on top, but there was no audio unless you listen through your phone. Which of course we didn’t bring headphones, nor did we have enough battery left on our phone.
Long q line but it went quickly. No bugs, nice breeze on lower level. Many were standing so your view may be blocked. But still a nice ride to see the waterfront.
Splendid experience; you see a lot of Paris in about 1 hour of navigation on the Seine, with audio broadcast both outside and inside. Truly a beautiful experience
It was good, but it was overcrowded, and we missed a lot of the sights as a result. I would recommend it to other people though.
The tour was simple, you get what you pay for. It would have been nice if the explanations were better.
A very relaxing and scenic cruise down the Seine River. The cruise was about an hour long and there was an audio guide on the boat for your leisure.
We went at nighttime and it was beautiful seeing Paris lit up! Sit on the top, near the stern of the boat for the best views!
Cruise was enjoyable. Arrived around 8:30 pm. I had an issue with my ticket’s QR code loading. If that hadn’t occurred, I would have boarded in under 10 minutes from my arrival. The boarding process was easy and was able to get on the top deck outside to get great views and take pictures. As others mentioned, the audio is not clear. Therefore, don’t expect to hear anything or get any history. Overall, worth the money for a river cruise.
