Paris Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off and Seine River Cruise
Description
Experience Paris from two unforgettable viewpoints with a combined hop-on hop-off bus pass and a scenic Seine River cruise. Travel through the city aboard an open-top bus that stops near its most celebrated attractions including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe along with dozens of other remarkable sites. Create your own route as you board and leave the bus whenever you choose, enjoying panoramic views and an engaging audio guide that reveals stories behind Paris’s architecture and culture. Enhance your sightseeing with a one-hour cruise along the Seine. From the water, you will enjoy a fresh perspective of landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the Musée d’Orsay while passing under some of Paris’s most charming bridges. Available with a 24- or 48-hour bus ticket, this flexible experience lets you discover more than 50 key locations in a relaxed and memorable way.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile pass.
- Infants (age 0-3) can go on the tour free of charge
Reviews(86)
A lifelong Parisian, I let myself be convinced to take a tour with friends. I have always lived in Paris, but this experience allowed me to see my city in a different way... We were welcomed by Soufiane, an exceptional driver who was helpful, kind, and who really welcomed us well with a big smile throughout the entire tour. Pleasantly surprised to discover my city through different eyes, I was able to take my time, whereas the rest of the year my eyes are on the GPS. Super pleasant for me as a Parisian and for my friends who came from elsewhere. I highly recommend it.
Great experience! Very convenient for sightseeing. The only inconvenience was that not all the buses have A/C. The drivers they speak more than one language, therefore easy communication.
Hello Clorinda! Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to learn that not every bus was equipped with A/C. Please remember that if you encounter this issue, you can inform the bus driver so they can address it. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Good overview of Paris in a day plus a river Seine cruise. Well worth the effort. 2 hour bus time allowed easy access to various places
Hi, Robert! Thank you so much for your great review! We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time exploring Paris with us and that you enjoyed the Seine river cruise. It’s fantastic to know that our 2-hour route made it easy for you to visit the city's key attractions. We hope to welcome you aboard again on your next adventure! Best regards, Mihaela@BigBusToursTeam
The bus was not easy to find and stopped and sat without even saying why or if they were leaving again. The River cruise wasnt bad but so many people were put on one boat and they all wanted on the top with no one saying there were to many up there so we were packed like sardines and sometimes it was very hard to see anything because of the people standing up in front of everyone because there wasnt enough seating. It was super uncomfortable
Hello, Carol! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your tour in Paris fell short of your expectations and caused so much discomfort. We apologize for the frustration caused by the difficulty in finding bus stops and the unexplained delays. Our drivers should always keep passengers informed when a bus is pausing at a timed stop or changing shifts, and we are sharing this feedback with our Paris operations team to ensure better communication onboard. Regarding the Seine river cruise, we are deeply concerned to hear about the overcrowding and lack of seating management on the upper deck. Passenger comfort and safety are essential, and the onboard staff should actively manage passenger movement so that everyone can enjoy the views comfortably. We will be passing your comments directly to the boat operator to review their boarding procedures and seating management. Thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention. Your feedback is crucial in helping us address these operational issues with our local partners. Maria@BigBusToursCustomerCare
We had a wonderful experience with the Big Bus Tour in Paris! Everything was well organized, and the route was a great way to see the city’s most famous landmarks. A special thank you to our driver sohaila, who made the experience even better. She was incredibly kind, friendly, and always smiling. She welcomed everyone warmly as they got on the bus, creating such a positive and inviting atmosphere from the very beginning. Her cheerful attitude and professionalism really stood out and made our tour even more enjoyable.
Excellent organization. I recommend it
If you want to know the main sights, the central area of Paris, to make a general recognition, this service is PERFECT. You streamline your time, in addition to being able to go down to all the main sights (Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Galeria Lafayette etc.). And, to be able to sail in the River Sena, also very special. Super recommend for one who, like us, has few days to meet PARIS.
You should arrive early since there are always a lot of people. And the last schedule, at sunset, is the best!
Hello! Thank you for the fantastic review and the great tips! You are completely right—arriving early helps beat the crowds, and the sunset time slot is absolutely magical for photos. We appreciate you sharing this with fellow travelers, and we hope to see you on board again soon! Melisa@BigBusTours
The bus and cruise together give you a great overview of Paris. Once both of those are complete, you can then determine the landmarks or arrondissements to which you wish to spend more time. I highly recommend this combo tour. The info on the bus is everything you need!
Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your fantastic feedback! We are thrilled to hear that the combination of the tour and the cruise gave you such a great overview of Paris. You made an excellent point—using the loop to get your bearings before deciding which landmarks and arrondissements to explore deeper is the perfect way to travel! We are also glad to hear that the on-board commentary provided everything you needed. Thank you for the high recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on board again on your next trip! Best regards, Mihaela@BigBusToursTeam
At the harbour we could not find the cruise ship 😪
