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The 15 Best River Cruises in France

102 tours  ·  from $17 a head

Nearly all of it is the Seine, and nearly all of the Seine is Paris: hours, dinner services and the Loire beyond. These 15 are priced and timed, with the open-deck sailings marked.

Paris: 1-Hour Seine Cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower - The Eiffel Tower to Les Invalides
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Paris: 1-Hour Seine Cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower

1.1-Hour Seine Cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 77,472 reviews · 1 hour · from $20Our pick

Board at Port de la Bourdonnais, beneath the Eiffel Tower, for a one-hour round trip past Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and more. Choose the open top deck or warm indoor seating, then use the multilingual audio guide or onboard web app for context.

“Was great, you need to be early to guarantee a top level seat and be aware people may stand up around you. other than that it was great!”

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Paris: Evening River Cruise with Music - What you see from Les Invalides to the Musée d’Orsay
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Paris: Evening River Cruise with Music

2.Evening River Cruise with Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22,721 reviews · 1 hour · from $27

Board a 100% electric Vedettes de Paris boat beside the Eiffel Tower for a one-hour evening ride past the Louvre, Notre-Dame, Musée d’Orsay, and grand bridges. Music sets the mood, while the optional champagne, wine, or beer adds a pleasant touch. There is no guide onboard, but an app offers commentary in 10 languages.

“Such a scenic ride! Loved it! Great music and beautiful views.”

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Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary - Choosing the best departure time
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Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

3.Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 12,340 reviews · 1 hour · from $20

Set out from Port de la Bourdonnais for a one-hour Seine cruise past the Louvre, Notre-Dame, Musée d’Orsay, and Eiffel Tower. Choose an onboard audio guide or smartphone app, then head to the open top deck for wide views. Evening departures are best for illuminated monuments and the tower’s sparkle.

“as we were docking the captain made sure we could be on the river to see the twinkling lights at 9. it was magical.”

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Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower - What you see from Port de la Bourdonnais to Notre-Dame
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Paris: Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower

4.Seine Cruise & Crepe Tasting near the Eiffel Tower

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 11,231 reviews · 1 hour · from $23

Cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais beneath Paris bridges and past the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and Musée d’Orsay. Use the multilingual audio guide, then walk to Trocadéro for a freshly made crêpe with an Eiffel Tower view. Your ticket remains valid for one month.

“Large capacity fit on the boat. Inside or outside depending on preference. Crepes were yum too! Super service”

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Paris: Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise - A three-course meal in cocotte style
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Paris: Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise

5.Seine River Panoramic Views Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 10,611 reviews · 1h 45m · from $64

Spend 105 minutes cruising from Île aux Cygnes to Île Saint-Louis while eating a three-course French cocotte meal. Outward-facing club armchairs, panoramic windows, a rooftop terrace, and views of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, and more make this a strong evening choice for couples, families, and small groups.

“the whole experience was excellent. we enjoyed the food and it was so relaxing watching Paris slide past.”

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Paris: Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise - Planning your route through the Louvre
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Paris: Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise

6.Louvre Museum Entry Ticket With Host and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,926 reviews · 1 day · from $100

Meet an English-speaking host at Benlux on Rue de Rivoli, enter the Louvre at your scheduled time, and see the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and three vast museum wings at your own pace. Later, take a one-hour Seine cruise with multilingual audio commentary. The cruise is self-guided, not a guided tour.

“It was perfect, this museum is huge and has so much to see! And the cruise was nice.”

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Paris: Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise - Meeting near the tower, not at the tower
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Paris: Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise

7.Eiffel Tower Access by Elevator & Seine River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,329 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Meet near the Eiffel Tower, join an English-speaking guide such as Chloe or Marcella, and use a group reservation for the first and second levels. Add summit access if you wish, then take a one-hour Seine cruise with multilingual audio commentary. The cruise voucher remains valid for six months.

“Excellent guide and skipping the lines was very convenient.”

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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music - Boarding beneath the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

8.3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,248 reviews · 2h 30m · from $135

Spend 150 minutes cruising from the Eiffel Tower while enjoying a three or four-course French dinner, wine options, and live singing. Choose from center, panoramic, window, or front-of-boat seating. The vegetarian menu is available on request, and the smart-casual dress code matters.

“Fantastic time with excellent food and service. The singer during the cruise was exceptional, regularly moving around with the guests, and possessing an excellent voice. The range of music nicely aligned with the views from the river. I would highly recommend this excursion.”

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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise - Choosing between the four dinner services
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Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise

9.Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Dinner & Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,930 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $150

Board near the Eiffel Tower for a 2 to 2.5 hour evening cruise on the Seine. Enjoy a 3 or 4 course French dinner, wine or Champagne depending on your package, live singing, and large-window views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Paris by night.

“Fantastic way to end our Paris Trip. Highly recommend! We along with our teenage kids greatly enjoyed the food and the beautiful views from the boat.”

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Paris Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise - Reading the Route From the Louvre to Notre Dame
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Paris Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

10.Paris Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6,534 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $46

Use a 24- or 48-hour Big Bus pass to circle Paris on the Red Route, stopping at the Louvre, Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Musée d’Orsay, and Palais Garnier. Audio commentary comes in nine languages, with WiFi, live bus tracking, and optional Seine cruise or Arc de Triomphe access.

“Best way to get around the City . Covers all main Spots. Will Be back again and will to go on the big bus when moving around the city”

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Paris: Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo - Getting your Louvre ticket by email
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Paris: Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo

11.Louvre Reserved Ticket and River Cruise Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6,054 reviews · from $37

You’ll enter the Louvre at a reserved time, explore masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo on your own, then take a one-hour Seine cruise anytime during your Paris stay. No guide or audio guide is included, and tickets arrive by email the day before.

“So easy to get into the Louvre - thanks for such great organisation!!”

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Paris: Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops - Starting at Port de la Bourdonnais and the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops

12.Hop-On Hop-Off Seine Cruise Pass with 9 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,645 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $27

Use a 24 or 48-hour Batobus pass to explore Paris from the Seine. Board at any of nine stops, ride in a heated glass-covered boat, and hop off near the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Musée d’Orsay, and other major sights. A multilingual webapp adds practical monument information.

“We got the 24-hour Batobus pass and it was super convenient! It was such an easy way to get around Paris while also enjoying the views from the Seine. We loved being able to hop on and off at all the main attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre-Dame. Much nicer than dealing with the metro, and it felt like a little river cruise in between stops. Definitely recommend if you want a relaxed way to see the city!”

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Paris: Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise - Following the route from Musée d’Orsay to Notre Dame
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Paris: Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise

13.Seine River Bistronomic Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 5,272 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $69

Board Eiffel Croisières near the Alexandre III Bridge for a 90-minute to two-hour Seine dinner cruise. Enjoy a three-course bistro meal served at your table, then step onto the outdoor terrace for views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Conciergerie, and the Eiffel Tower. Drinks and window tables cost extra.

“Food was lovely, hot and came out quickly. Got to see some of the iconic attractions at night. The highlight was seeing the Eiffel Tower lit up from the Siene river.”

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Paris : 3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River - Choosing between the 6:45 PM and 9:15 PM sailings
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Paris : 3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River

14.3-Course Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5,205 reviews · 75 minutes - 2 hours · from $100

Settle into a glass-enclosed boat near the Musée d’Orsay for a 75-minute to two-hour Seine cruise with a three-course French meal. You’ll pass Notre Dame, the Louvre, Pont Neuf, and the Eiffel Tower, with coffee or tea included and optional Champagne, window seating, and drinks available onboard.

“Loved the food and great service. My 18 year old daughter and I got offered an upgrade to window seat when we arrived for €15 each which was so worth it. Food absolutely delicious but different menu to advertised on app. We chose to buy drinks onboard rather than champagne package and that was great. A lovely lady singing and commentating added to the atmosphere and fun. Highly recommend!”

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Paris: 2-Hour River Seine Lunch Cruise with 3-course-menu - Boarding beneath the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: 2-Hour River Seine Lunch Cruise with 3-course-menu

15.2-Hour River Seine Lunch Cruise with 3-course-menu

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,887 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Board a glass-canopy boat at the Eiffel Tower for a two-hour lunch cruise through central Paris. You’ll enjoy a three-course à-la-carte meal, aperitif, wine, water, and coffee or tea while passing Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Les Invalides, and more.

“Great to see Paris from the Seine- a lovely cruise, great food and wine and a memorable experience!”

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