Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

Enjoy a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise and see Paris from the water, passing many of the city’s most famous landmarks. With panoramic views by day or evening and helpful audio commentary onboard, it’s an easy way to experience the heart of the French capital at a comfortable pace.
Take stunning photos from the the top deck
Take stunning photos from the the top deck
Experience the beauty and romance of Paris
Experience the beauty and romance of Paris
Take in breathtaking views of famous landmarks
Take in breathtaking views of famous landmarks
Learn fascinating details about famous sights
Learn fascinating details about famous sights
1 hr
Group size up to 19 persons
Mobile ticket
English
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

What is included in activity

1-hour cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower
Commentary via an audio guide available in 14 languages
Smartphone app with commentaries, descriptions, photo filters, and interactive games available in 11 languages

What is not included

Drinks and snacks
Souvenir photos

Details

Step aboard a round-trip cruise on the River Seine and discover Paris from a unique perspective. Whether you choose a daytime departure or an evening ride, you’ll glide through the city center while taking in memorable views of its world-known monuments.

As you travel along the river, Paris unfolds on both banks. Highlights include the Eiffel Tower, the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, and many of the city’s famous bridges. This 1-hour cruise offers a calm and comfortable way to admire the capital’s architecture and atmosphere.

During the journey, you can listen to audio commentary that shares stories and background about the sights you pass. Choose between the onboard audio guide or an interactive web app accessible on your smartphone, available both inside the boat and on the sundeck. Multiple languages are offered, making it easy for international travelers to follow along.

The modern trimaran boat features spacious outdoor terraces and exterior walkways, giving you plenty of opportunities to find the best viewpoint. Along the route, you’ll see landmarks such as Les Invalides, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Louvre Museum.

From the river, details like the distinctive towers of Notre-Dame and the grand façade of the Grand Palais come into view. In the evening, the city’s illuminated skyline adds an extra sense of charm, with the Eiffel Tower shining above the Seine.

This cruise is an ideal option for travelers looking to explore Paris at a relaxed pace—combining sightseeing, history, and beautiful riverside scenery in one easy experience.

Important Info

What to bring
• Charged Smartphone
Not allowed
• Oversize luggage
• Luggage or large bags
• Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
• Departures are between 10 am - 10 pm (one departure every 30 minutes) from April to September.
• Departures are between 10:30 am - 9 pm (one departure every hour) from October to March.
• Children under 4 years travel for free.
• Tours are subject to navigation conditions. The itinerary might be modified.
• In peak season, you might have to wait in line.
• It is possible to use your tickets up to 30 days after the booked date.
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Price
Adult (Age 12-99)
€17
per person
Children (Age 4-11)
€8
per person
Infant (Age 3 and younger)
€0
per person
For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Starting location:
  • Bateaux Parisiens - tour Eiffel
Les Invalides



Musée d'Orsay
Ile de la Cite
Notre Dame Cathedral
Hôtel de Ville


Louvre Museum
Place de la Concorde
Grand Palais
Eiffel Tower
Arrive back at:
  •  Bateaux Parisiens - tour Eiffel

Places you will see

• Les Invalides
• Musée d'Orsay
• Ile de la Cite
• Notre Dame Cathedral
• Hôtel de Ville
• Louvre Museum
• Place de la Concorde
• Grand Palais
• Eiffel Tower

Activity book period

You can book tour up to 2 hours in advance.

Your transport

Activity languages

English

Directions to meet your guide

Address: Port de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris, France

How long your tour will be

1 hr

Photos

Reviews by travellers

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Jackie M.
Good all over! But gets annoying when random children are hitting you with the guide speakers and parents don’t care! Maybe go later or have adult only options
about 2 months ago
Dorothy C.
Excellent! Staff was great & approachable. If you want to see the lights turn on, do the 900pm and you will see the Eiffel Tower lights come on and flash. Sit in the back closest to tower bc when you return you will be on the tower side again. Bathrooms on board. Line looks long but they allow 600 passengers per boat and they load quick.
about 2 months ago
Alice G.
The boat tour is well worth it. A whole new perspective on Paris and it’s really great value for money.
3 months ago
Robert J.
We really enjoyed Eiffel tower at night, when it is illuminated.
4 months ago
Elizabeth S.
I really loved the fact that they synchronized the return of the boat with the start of the Eiffel Tower sparkles!
5 months ago
Luis W.
Beautiful views and a great route! Quite a line for the evening hour ride even now! Timed perfectly withe the tower sparkles when leaving and returning!
6 months ago
Christine H.
It was a nice ride! Only issue was the drop off point. Address on voucher was different than drop off point. But all in all it was a nice experience
7 months ago
Charles M.
Really enjoyed it and very scenic. Just wish they would announce each monument as we passed it instead of just a few
8 months ago
Roy B.
as we were docking the captain made sure we could be on the river to see the twinkling lights at 9. it was magical.
8 months ago
Carl P.
large boat with plenty of space and amenities onboard. you can walk around thensides of the boat to get better photos with a QR code to be scanned to access podcasts on different sites.
8 months ago
Program details changed.
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