Paris: 1-Hour Seine River Cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower
Tour Highlights
- Begin your Seine cruise at the base of the Eiffel Tower aboard a modern, comfortable boat
- Take in sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and many other iconic landmarks
- Discover Paris through engaging audio commentary available in 14 different languages
- Enjoy interactive activities using the multilingual web app, offered in 11 languages
- Capture stunning photos from the open-top deck, which provides a full 360° panorama
Itinerary
Full description
Embark on a Magical 1-Hour Seine River Cruise and Rediscover Paris
Set off on a delightful 1-hour round-trip cruise along the Seine aboard a modern, comfortable boat departing directly from the foot of the Eiffel Tower. As you glide along the water, enjoy unforgettable views of Paris, drifting beneath its historic bridges and past its most celebrated monuments—a perfect way to admire the city’s charm from a fresh perspective.
Throughout the journey, you’ll sail past world-famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Hôtel de Ville, and the majestic Louvre Museum. Wander freely around the boat to choose your ideal vantage point: head to the open-air top deck for sweeping 360° panoramas, or relax inside where large windows offer clear, scenic views of the sights as they appear along the riverbanks.
Enhance your cruise with insightful commentaries about Paris, its captivating history, and its iconic architecture. Access the interactive web app—available in multiple languages including French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Arabic, and Hindi—by simply connecting your smartphone to the onboard Wi-Fi, accessible both on the top deck and inside.
If you prefer, individual audio guides are also available inside the boat, offering the same rich commentary in French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Arabic, and Hindi. Explore each monument at your own pace and deepen your appreciation for the stories that shape Paris.
Whether it’s your first visit or a return trip, this Seine River cruise promises a relaxing, informative, and unforgettable way to admire the city’s most iconic sights—all from the comfort of a modern boat.
What's Included / Excluded
Included
- 1-hour river cruise
- Audio guide commentary available in 14 languages
- Commentary and additional content via a smartphone app available in 11 languages
Not Included
- Drinks and snacks
- Souvenir photos
Frequently Asked Questions
The cruise departs directly from the foot of the Eiffel Tower, at Port de la Bourdonnais. The boarding area is easy to access and well-signposted, making it convenient for visitors.
The experience lasts approximately 1 hour, offering a full round-trip along the Seine with views of Paris’s most famous monuments.
Yes. Passengers can enjoy detailed commentaries through an interactive web app available in multiple languages. Individual audio guides are also available on board in a wide range of languages, including English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Arabic, and more
Absolutely. The boat features a covered, climate-controlled interior with large panoramic windows for comfortable viewing in any weather. The open-air top deck is perfect for sunny days and photography.
During the 1-hour journey, you’ll pass by several of Paris’s most iconic sights, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the Hôtel de Ville, the Musée d’Orsay, and many historic bridges, including Pont Alexandre III and Pont Neuf.
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