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Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

4.3  / 511882 reviews
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Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary
4.3  / 511882 reviews

Admire the beautiful monuments of Paris illuminated for the evening or in the light of the day on an enjoyable 1-hour cruise on the River Seine departing from the Eiffel Tower.

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Duration 1 hour
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Host or greeter
English, French, Spanish
Audio guide included
Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Cynthia – United States

My friend and I booked this cruise for our first night of a 2.5-day stay in Paris, and I'm so glad we did. It was a beautiful way to get a sense of the city and see so many touristy spots without the crowd. We sat up top outside in late December, and while I was chilled through by the end, I wouldn't have changed a thing. The associated audio had some interesting facts, but I was smitten with the views and stopped trying to listen after the first few. I definitely recommend this.

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Cynthia – United States
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Alexandra – United Kingdom

The boat has very wide windows so everyone is able to see properly the view. the guide speaks in French, English and Spanish so most tourists are able to understand.

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Alexandra – United Kingdom

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    7 Port de la Bourdonnais

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    Les Invalides

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    Musée d'Orsay

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    Ile de la Cite

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    Notre Dame Cathedral

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    Hôtel de Ville

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    Louvre Museum

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    Place de la Concorde

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    Grand Palais

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    Eiffel Tower

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience the beauty and romance of Paris from the Seine River
  • Sail down the River Seine past world-famous monuments like the Eiffel Tower
  • Enjoy panoramic views on board a modern Bateaux Parisiens pleasure boat
  • Learn about Paris and its history with the audioguide or the interactive app

Full description

Take a day or evening cruise on the River Seine and enjoy spectacular views of Paris illuminated against the night sky or while the sun is out. Enjoy informative audio commentary on your smartphone as you cruise on this boat trip past the city's most famous buildings. Embark on this round trip boat excursion to see Paris by night or day. Listen to the on board audio-guide commentary (available in French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Arabic and Hindi) or explore the interactive webapp (available in French, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Arabic and Hindi) to learn more about the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and other attractions. The audio guide is available inside the boat. The webapp is available inside the boat and on the sundeck. Glide gently through the Paris of today and yesterday as you enjoy panoramic views from the classic trimaran boat, with terrace and exterior passageways. Marvel at iconic sights such as the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, and Musée d’Orsay. See the spooky gargoyles of Notre Dame and pass the imposing façade of the Louvre Museum, Grand Palais, and many more sites.

Includes

  • 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
  • Drinks and snacks
  • Souvenir photos

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Board at the river bank at Port de la Bourdonnais (at the foot of the Eiffel Tower) – pontoon no. 3 – 75007 Paris, France. Paid parking is available at the meeting point.

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Important information

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.
  • On 24 December, the last departure is at 5 pm.
  • 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.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 11882 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    3.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Cynthia – United StatesDecember 29, 2024  – Verified booking
My friend and I booked this cruise for our first night of a 2.5-day stay in Paris, and I'm so glad we did. It was a beautiful way to get a sense of the city and see so many touristy spots without the crowd. We sat up top outside in late December, and while I was chilled through by the end, I wouldn't have changed a thing. The associated audio had some interesting facts, but I was smitten with the views and stopped trying to listen after the first few. I definitely recommend this.
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Alexandra – United KingdomDecember 16, 2024  – Verified booking
The boat has very wide windows so everyone is able to see properly the view. the guide speaks in French, English and Spanish so most tourists are able to understand.
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Dina – GermanyDecember 6, 2024  – Verified booking
Really enjoyed the ride and the illuminations on the various landmarks. Well worth to do the tour during the evening. The guide was quite tricky to follow from the mobile though, but it was sufficient once you get the hang of it.
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Product ID: 193898

Activity provider:BATEAUX PARISIENS - S.E.V.P.T.E

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