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Guide to Seine cruises in Paris

Sightseeing cruise, lunch on the water, dinner with views over the lit-up monuments: the Seine offers many ways to discover Paris from the river. A guide to choosing the cruise that suits your moment, your pace and your envies.

What kind of cruise should you choose?

The classic sightseeing cruise lasts around an hour and provides a complete overview of the bridges and monuments. Ideal for an introduction or a relaxed family activity, with audio commentary in several languages on most boats.

Lunch and dinner cruises extend the experience to two or three hours. The pace becomes more contemplative, the menu invites a parenthesis at the table, and the city offers itself in a different light at sunset and after dark.

Practical info for a smooth boarding

Most cruises depart at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, near the Musée d'Orsay or close to the Pont de l'Alma. Easily accessible by metro, RER and bus.

Booking in advance is recommended, especially in high season, on weekends and in the evening. It guarantees the choice of date, time slot and, when needed, a window-side table.

Practical information

  • Sightseeing cruises: around 1 hour
  • Lunch cruises: around 2 hours
  • Dinner cruises: 2 to 2h30
  • Departures from the foot of the Eiffel Tower, the Musée d'Orsay or Pont de l'Alma

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