RIVER & CANAL CRUISES
Reviewed, compared and ranked by the people aboard.
The 15 most popular paris cruises, compared side by side. What you see from the water, how long you are aboard, what it costs and which operator to book, so you can pick your boat in a couple of minutes.
Seine at night from near the Eiffel Tower on a 100% electric boat with music, an audio app, and landmark views for about 1 hour.
Most Popular“Such a scenic ride! Loved it! Great music and beautiful views.”
Tootbus hop-on hop-off Paris lets you ride 1–3 days with audio guides and an optional 1-hour Seine cruise for easy landmark sightseeing.
“This is MUST! The best way to visit Paris! Dragoljub, one of our drivers was amazing! 10/10”
1-hour Seine illuminations cruise from the Eiffel Tower with audio in 14 languages and a smartphone app for landmark views and photos.
“It was a great experience and we enjoyed it very much.”
Hop-on hop-off open-top bus across Paris with audio for adults and kids plus an optional 1-hour Seine cruise.
“Loved the Toot Bus which was extremely convenient to get around and stop at 10 major attractions. A must do when you first arrive in Paris. I hopped on the first bus in the morning and did the entire tour before hopping off. This gave me a chance to get oriented. Hop off/on at stops…”
Host-coordinated timed Louvre entry plus a 1-hour Seine cruise with audio commentary and a digital audio guide app for $100.
“Considering the Louvre prices and the cruise by itself its a bit overpriced but other than that the cruise was fine and had no issues with my louvre tickets”
Skip the lines with reserved Eiffel Tower access, then enjoy a 1-hour Seine River cruise with audio options in many languages.
“Catalina was great. Funny and engaging and very good.”
Big Bus Paris hop-on hop-off Red Route with audio and optional Seine cruise, covering Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and top sights in 24–48 hours.
“Best way to get around the City . Covers all main Spots. Will Be back again and will to go on the big bus when moving around the city”
Timed Louvre entry plus a flexible 1-hour Seine cruise, with email ticket tips and metro directions for an easy Paris day.
“Really enjoyed the Lourve and we were fortunate that it was not overcrowded which resulted in a better experience for us.”
1h10 Seine cruise with 360° views, smartphone audio, and must-see landmarks from Pont de l’Alma to the Eiffel Tower.
“Wonderful! Easy to use. We went on a different day than we originally booked and it was no big deal.”
1-hour fast-access Seine cruise from Eiffel Tower on a 100% electric boat. Live French/English guide, major landmarks, and big views.
“We were a group of 17 girls celebrating our friends hen do from the UK!!! We didn’t find the place straight away fault of our own but once we were on board it was such an amazing experience!!! Great service and a smooth fun ride!!! Might be worth telling people as they go down the…”
1-hour illuminated Seine cruise from the Eiffel Tower with audio guide and a warm waffle near Trocadéro. Great value for $22.
“It was amazing and unforgettable experienced for me and my partner. Worth the money!”
Glide down the Seine on a 100% electric boat with a live bilingual guide, passing the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, Louvre, and more.
“The tour started on time and it was not difficult to find the meeting point with the help of the directions given on this app. The guide explained everything nicely in French and English.”
Skip stress at the Eiffel Tower summit and ride the Seine for an hour. Pre-booked elevator access and flexible cruise timing included.
“Great guide & lots of information given. Wonderful experience going to the summit of the Eiffel Tower & the Seine River cruise at night was magical”
Ride the Paris Seine with Bateaux Parisiens: English audio commentary, iconic sights from the Eiffel Tower, and flexible departures from day to night.
“Be préparer for à long cattle queue. The best part is the proximité to the tour Eiffel and the beautiful views of that.”
Eiffel Tower summit access with a Seine River cruise and Paris bus tour. Priority entry, big views, and time-tested tips for getting it right.
“The worst experience I have ever had. I didn't know that a customer could be treated so horribly. We stood in the rain at the meeting point only to find out the the tour was cancelled and only after receiving a 100th confirmation. I'm in a foreign country, relying on resources on my own (they…”
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