Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris
Description
Since 1949, we have welcomed millions of visitors to discover Paris from the Seine. Our pier, near the Pont de l’Alma and the Golden Triangle, is easily accessible by public transport and offers free parking during your cruise. All boats feature a heated or air-conditioned main deck and an open-air upper deck for optimal comfort year-round. On board, a QR code gives access to audio commentary and anecdotes in 12 languages, while a geolocation system identifies the monuments along the route. During this one-hour cruise, admire Paris’s most iconic landmarks, including Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre, in a peaceful setting away from the city’s bustle. Your tickets are not time-stamped: you can board the train any day at any time. There are several departure times available, from approximately 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more details, please visit the company’s official website.
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A royal square designed by architect Gabriel in the 18th century. In 1792, this square was home to a guillotine that took thousands of victims’ lives. In 1836, King Louis Philippe installed the obelisk, a gift from Egypt.
Constructed as a stronghold in the 13th century, it went on to become the French royal residence and was transformed into a museum in 1793. Today, it displays over 35,000 words of art (Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo...). Since 1989, visitors enter through the glass pyramid, designed by architect Ieoh Ming Pei.
The neo-renaissance style Hôtel de Ville in Paris was rebuilt in the 19th century after being burnt down during the Commune rule of 1871. Today, it serves as the Paris City Hall.
What remains of the palace of the first kings of France, the Conciergerie became a prison during the French Revolution.
The ‘cradle’ of the city of Paris where its very first inhabitants (the Parisii) settled in the 3rd century BC.
A jewel of Gothic architecture. Beginning in 1163, construction wasn’t completed until 1350. It was celebrated by Victor Hugo in his famous novel, ‘The Hunchback of Notre-Dame’. We owe the restoration to architect Viollet-Le-Duc who undertook this project in the 19th century.
Formerly the île aux vaches (cow’s island), here you’ll find the most beautiful 16th and 17th century houses, constructed for the most part by architect Le Vau.
The oldest stone bridge in Paris, it was opened in 1606. At its centre, you can see the equestrian statue of King Henri IV, nicknamed Vert Galant (The Green Gallant) because of his many female conquests.
With its façade hinting at its past life as a railway station, constructed in 1900, it today serves as a museum displaying masterpieces of the 19th century, and more precisely, the work of the Impressionists.
Recognisable by its dome adorned in fine gold, it was originally built as a hospital for the war wounded under the reign of Louis XIV. Today, it houses the tomb of Napoleon I and the Musée de l’Armée (Military Museum).
Nicknamed the ‘Iron Lady’, it was designed by engineer Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World Exhibition. A genuine feat of engineering, she stands 324 metres high and weighs in at 10,000 tonnes.
Built for the 1937 World Exhibition, it houses various museums (the Naval Museum, the Museum of French Monuments, the Museum of Man...)
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small pets are only allowed if they can be kept in a suitable bag. Above a certain size, only guide dogs will be allowed on board.
- It is possible to board the train with luggage, subject to available space.
Reviews(885)
My best friend and I really enjoyed this cruise! It was such a beautiful and relaxing way to see Paris from the Seine and take in so many of the famous sights from a different perspective. We got some great views and awesome pics along the way. Definitely a must-do while visiting Paris!
The experience is good but the queues take up to 3 hours and there is not a priority despite the ticket you buy.
A Seine River cruise is one of the best ways to experience Paris from a different perspective. Although our early afternoon departure was a little warm, the breathtaking scenery more than made up for it. From historic landmarks to elegant bridges and beautiful riverside architecture, every moment offered another postcard-worthy view. A relaxing and highly recommended experience, especially if you can catch a morning or sunset departure.
Do not go after 9pm. People want to do this to see the Eiffel Tower lit and sparkling on the hour. My advice is to take the boat trip in the daytime and use a viewing point at night of which there are plenty to experience the Eiffel Tower after dark. Learn from our mistake. The queues are awful regardless of whether you purchase your tickets beforehand or not. We arrived at 9.30 and did not get on a boat until 11pm. It was a very scary experience of people pushing and shoving with no staff control whatsoever. Only saw staff at the turnstile where they pushed people through like cattle. Children crying and upset. I never want to experience anything like this ever again. Shocked by the lack of safeguarding. When we got onto the boat we were lucky to get a seat. You hear nothing of the audio recording. It’s so noisy on the boat and people smoking made it unpleasant. I feel sure (hope) you would have a better daytime experience.
Left me wanting more. Don’t do it! I’ve realized I wanted a nice pleasant experience so I should have paid more and bought something else. Cheap tickets , cheap experience. No lines, no crowd control, everyone was pushing, no workers except two security guards on land and two people on ship who did nothing. Repeat: NO LINES. It’s a free-for-all getting to the game, like cattle to their pen. Secure guards on land had to take turns as they took cigarettes breaks. People screaming, SCREECHING and sing through out the entire ride. It was so loud you couldn’t hear the voice guided recordings. I know people don’t want to hear those but it becomes annoying background sound with everyone talking so loudly. Crowds of people in the parking lot trying to find their bus was a nightmare.
If I had to describe this trip in one word it would be: horrible. Hereby a clear warning, DO NOT book this!!! Unless you've always wanted to experience how tinned sardines feel. Then this is the perfect 1 on 1 experience. This is 1 big fever dream from start to finish. After 60 minutes of standing in an endless line in which all kinds of teenage girls in instagramproof clothing try to pass you by. You arrive on the boat and sit with 700 other people who all stand to take pictures or rather have complete photo shoots including extremely bright flashlight. I've been to photo shoots where there was less photography. Below each bridge you will also be screamed if you are in the flying Dutchman of the Efteling. It's undoable and why ask me anything. Oh yes the Eiffel Tower is nice to see but would look nice on the ground. We'll probably be in the scrapbook with 15 people next year, aju!
Buy the tickets just before departure before 8 p.m. because there are few people. After 9:00 p.m. it is really crowded. The office is located next to the Alma bridge. Go to the top of the boat because you will not see much sitting at the bottom of the boat. There are restrooms, water. You can take beautiful photos of the Eiffel Tower because the boat passes right by it. Price 50 euros for 1 adult and two children.
Worse place to visit in Pasis Run away if you read this Bought the ticket without knowing
Very affordable and simple way to see sites along the river Bank we went just before the sunset crowd and it was perfect. Listened to the audio guide on my phone and was very relaxing for one hour and got great photos of the Eiffel Tower. Lots of people on the boat, but everyone was nice.. and very thankful for the low price as it was affordable.
I had to go back to the email I received, then go to the Bateaux-Mouches ticket office in order to get the tickets to pass through the gate. Furthermore, I was told that I could have had a discount being recognized as disabled, which I did not see on your site.
