Seine River Cruise Paris

The Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the bridges that have inspired poets for centuries.

Your spot on the Seine is one click away

The most iconic city in the world, seen from its most iconic river

One hour that changes how you see Paris forever

Glide past 1,500 years of history without walking a single step

Paris was built around the Seine. Its greatest monuments face the river on purpose, designed to be seen from the water. From your seat on board, the Eiffel Tower rises ahead of you without a crowd blocking the view. Notre-Dame appears around a gentle bend, its stone towers reflected on the surface below. The Louvre stretches along the bank longer than you expect, and the gilded Pont Alexandre III frames the sky like something out of a painting.

The cruise runs for approximately one hour and ten minutes, long enough to take it all in without rushing, short enough to fit into any day in Paris. Departures run throughout the day from early morning until late at night, so you can choose the light that suits you best. Midday is clear and bright. Sunset turns everything golden. After dark, the city illuminates and the Seine becomes something else entirely.

You board at the Pont de l'Alma pier, a short walk from the Eiffel Tower. The boats are spacious, with open-air upper decks for unobstructed views and climate-controlled interiors if the weather calls for it. An audio commentary in multiple languages runs throughout the cruise, giving you the stories behind what you are seeing rather than just the names. No map, no guidebook, no tired feet. Just Paris, exactly as it was meant to be experienced.

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Cruise Schedule: High Season

From April through September, cruises depart every 30 to 45 minutes on weekdays between 10:00 and 22:30, and every 30 minutes on weekends. On selected dates in April, May, and June there are exceptional late departures at 23:00, giving you the chance to sail Paris at its most luminous.

Cruise Schedule: Low Season

From October through March, departures run every 45 minutes on weekdays between 10:15 and 22:00. On the weekend of November 11, frequency increases to every 30 minutes from 10:00. Even in the quieter months, the Seine at night is well worth the trip.

What Your Ticket Includes

Your ticket covers a one hour ten minute cruise past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Musee d'Orsay, and the Louvre, with audio commentary throughout. Onboard lunch and dinner menus are available if you want to make an evening of it.

What Is Not Included

The ticket covers your place on the boat and everything on it. Getting to the Pont de l'Alma pier is on you, whether that means the metro, a bus, a taxi, or a walk along the river. Once on board, access is limited to the designated passenger areas of the boat and pier.

How Long Does the Cruise Last

The sightseeing cruise lasts approximately one hour and ten minutes from departure to return. There are no stops along the route, so once you board you are on the water for the full duration. It is a comfortable length that gives you time to settle in, take your photos, and simply enjoy the ride.

Good to Know Before You Board

Personal photography is welcome, though selfie sticks, flash, and external lighting are not allowed. Food, drinks, and smoking are limited to designated areas, and outside food and beverages cannot be brought on board. Tickets are valid for one boarding only.

Getting There

The boarding pier is located near the Pont de l'Alma, a short walk from the Eiffel Tower. By metro, take Line 9 to Alma-Marceau or Line 1 to Franklin D. Roosevelt. Buses 42, 63, 72, 80, and 92 also stop nearby. If you are arriving by car or motorbike, there is parking available close to the pier. Vélib' bike-sharing stations can also be found near the Pont de l'Alma.

Pets and Accessibility

The boats are fully equipped to accommodate guests with reduced mobility. Pets are not permitted on board, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs that are properly identified. If you have specific accessibility requirements, it is worth confirming arrangements before your visit.

What Awaits You on the Water

See Paris the way it was meant to be seen.

From golden afternoon light to the glittering reflections of Paris after dark, every moment on the water looks like a photograph worth keeping.

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Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit

The route takes you past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, the Île de la Cité, and a succession of historic bridges that have defined the Paris skyline for centuries. On an evening cruise, all of it is illuminated, and the reflections on the water make every landmark look twice as impressive.
The sightseeing cruise runs for approximately one hour and ten minutes. It is long enough to take everything in comfortably, short enough to fit into any itinerary. Dinner cruises and special onboard experiences run longer, typically around two to two and a half hours.
Booking ahead is always the smarter move, especially between April and September when departures fill quickly. It guarantees your preferred time slot and lets you board without queuing at the pier. That said, same-day tickets are often available online if your plans are last minute.
Sunset is the answer most people give, and for good reason. Watching Paris light up as you sail, with the sky shifting from gold to deep blue, is one of those experiences that stays with you. Night cruises are equally impressive, with the monuments fully illuminated and the Seine glittering below.
Yes. The boats are spacious and easy to move around, the ride is smooth, and the audio commentary gives children something to engage with at each landmark. It is one of the most effortless and rewarding things you can do in Paris with kids of any age.
The Bateaux Mouches pier is located near the Pont de l'Alma, a short walk from the Eiffel Tower. By metro, take Line 9 to Alma-Marceau or Line 1 to Franklin D. Roosevelt. Buses 42, 63, 72, 80, and 92 serve the area. If you are coming by car or motorbike, parking is available near the pier, and Vélib' bike-sharing stations are also close by.
Yes, aim to be at the pier at least 20 to 30 minutes before your departure. This gives you time to board without rushing and to find a good spot on the open upper deck, which fills up fast in high season.
Your phone or camera for the views, and a light jacket even in summer. The breeze off the Seine can be cool once you are moving, and noticeably cold at dusk in autumn and winter. In terms of photography, natural light is your best tool. Flash and selfie sticks are not permitted on board.
Once you leave the boat, re-entry with the same ticket is not allowed. Food, drinks, and smoking are only permitted in designated areas, and outside food and beverages cannot be brought on board. Noise should be kept to a considerate level. Prohibited items include weapons, tools, blunt objects, and flammable or explosive substances. Pets are not permitted, with the exception of guide and assistance dogs.