Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris in Paris
Paris, France

Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris

Outty Ranking 45 4.1 · 13 traveler reviews1.8 hoursFrom $75

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45/100

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4.1/5

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Is Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris worth booking?

Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris is a 1.8-hour experience in Paris, France, from $75 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 13 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (13)
Duration
1.8 hours
From
$75 per person

For Christmas live a wonderful Lunch Cruise on the River Seine with its magnificent historical monuments. In a beautiful decor, with family or friends you will enjoy a card specially created for this festive day by our

What you get

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • One bottle of wine for two
  • Bottled water
  • Seine River Cruise
  • Live Music
  • Lunch

About this experience

For Christmas live a wonderful Lunch Cruise on the River Seine with its magnificent historical monuments. In a beautiful decor, with family or friends you will enjoy a card specially created for this festive day by our Chef. Please note that for groups (more than 15 people) a unique choice of menu is compulsory.

What's included

Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • One bottle of wine for two
  • Bottled water
  • Seine River Cruise
  • Live Music
  • Lunch

Not included

  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you'll see and do

  1. The Seine

    Glide along the river and see the Ville Lumière from a different angle.

    Pass by without stopping

  2. Eiffel Tower

    The most iconic of Parisian monuments appear to your eyes as a french queen.

    Pass by without stopping

  3. Statue de la Liberte

    A replica of the statue in New York, in the city where it was built before crossing the ocean.

    Pass by without stopping

  4. Musee d'Orsay

    It holds mainly French art dating from 1848 to 1914, including paintings, sculptures, furniture, and photography.

    Pass by without stopping

  5. Conciergerie

    Former courthouse and prison in Paris, located on the west of the Île de la Cité below the Palais de Justice. It was originally part of the former royal palace, the Palais de la Cité, which also included the Sainte-Chapelle.

    Pass by without stopping

  6. Hotel de Ville

    The city hall of Paris

    Pass by without stopping

  7. Ile Saint-Louis

    Eleven hectares in size, is one of two natural islands in the Seine river.

    Pass by without stopping

  8. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

    Dedicated to the Virgin Mary ("Our Lady") is considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture.

    Pass by without stopping

  9. Pont Alexandre III

    The bridge widely regarded as the most ornate, extravagant bridge in the city.

    Pass by without stopping

  10. Pont Neuf

    The oldest standing bridge across the river Seine in Paris, France. It stands by the western (downstream) point of the Île de la Cité, the island in the middle of the river that was, between 250 and 225 BC, the birthplace of Paris, then known as Lutetia and, during the medieval period, the heart of the city.

    Pass by without stopping

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Paris

Departure Point: Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches Pont de l'Alma / Alma Bridge Directions: Metro station : "Alma-Marceau" (Line 9)

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Departure Point: Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches Pont de l'Alma / Alma Bridge Directions: Metro station : "Alma-Marceau" (Line 9)

Before you book

Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Languages
de, ru, pt, ko, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Fri, Sat
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Compagnie des Bateaux-Mouches

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Reservations are possible for a maximum of 14 people at a time. If you wish to reserve for a larger number of people, we invite you to make several reservations and to contact us immediately to inform us that you wish to be seated at the same table. If we do not hear from you, we will not be able to guarantee a single table, with the risk that the group will be split between several boats.
  • Infant meals not included
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

8 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Good for families

2 mentions

Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

Traveler reviews

13 verified traveler reviews for Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Marc_B · December 2025

Beautiful day and a great meal

An outstanding meal on a beautiful day. Check in was seamless and the experience great. Recommend!!!

via Viator

Cata_G · December 2025

Amazing

It was a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely. The cruise around the city was great with some pretty wonderful spots. I highly recommend this to anyone! The highlight was a family that made great memories with their elderly family member. He was so excited to see one of the smaller children.

via Viator

703brahimo · October 2025

Horrible.

I went with the family to the fly boats. Arriving at the gate, there is a security guard who told us that we had to get down there and end up on foot in the cold in the rain it is really not normal while I am well used to going by taxi, he drops me off in front of the Welcoming of the entrance of the fly boat. And besides, he dared to tell me that it was only the Vtc that could go home, it really wasn’t normal, it ruined my evening.

Response from the operator: Cher(e) Client(e), Merci d'avoir pris le temps de nous faire part de votre expérience auprès de BATEAUX-MOUCHES. Nous sommes navrés qu'elle se soit révélée une si grande déception pour vous ; nous accordons pourtant une importance de taille à l'accueil et à la satisfaction de notre clientèle. N’hésitez pas à revenir vers nous pour nous en dire davantage, à l’adresse info@bateaux-mouches.fr. Notre service clients se fera un plaisir de vous répondre. Merci pour votre confiance, à bientôt ! Bien cordialement, Le Service Relations Clients

via Tripadvisor (translated)

David_C · December 2024

A truly memorable experience

My wife and I had such an enjoyable time, from the greeting when we embarked to the disembarkation, everything was so well organised. The food and drink were so enjoyable - the whole experience was very memorable, thank you all very much.

via Viator

NorthWalesSian1 · December 2024

A wonderful Christmas treat

We had a fabulous experience that we would definitely recommend.m for a Christmas treat. Great service, with fantastic food

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
1.8 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Fri, Sat
Price range
$75 to $125
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
5
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 45

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)59
Review evidence (18% weight)36
Booking momentum (14% weight)29
Value for money (12% weight)58
Listing quality (10% weight)81
Local standing (8% weight)24
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

How much does Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris cost?

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Prices start at $75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris take?

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Plan for about 1.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

Is Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris?

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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

Is Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris?

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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 1.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Bateaux Mouches® Christmas Special Lunch Cruise in Paris start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Paris?

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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Paris?

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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Paris?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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