
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne
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3.3/5
Based on 298 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne worth booking?
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne is a 1.2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $30 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.3/5 rating across 298 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 3.3/5 (298)
- Duration
- 1.2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Since 1949, Bateaux-Mouches has offered visitors a unique way to discover Paris from the Seine River in Paris. Free parking is available. Departing from our centrally located pier near the Alma bridge and Grand Palais,
What you get
- A ticket with no set date or time
- A main deck with large windows and an upper deck offering a 360-degree view
- A free webapp downloadable onto your device (12 languages and GPS tracking)
- A 1 hour sightseeing cruise departing from the Pont de l'Alma (returning to the point of departure).
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks available for purchase on board
About this experience
Since 1949, Bateaux-Mouches has offered visitors a unique way to discover Paris from the Seine River in Paris. Free parking is available. Departing from our centrally located pier near the Alma bridge and Grand Palais, this one-hour sightseeing cruise showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame. Our boats feature a heated or air-conditioned main deck and an open-air upper deck for optimal comfort year-round. On board, enjoy multilingual audio commentary (12 languages) accessible via QR code, with geolocation to identify landmarks in real time. This special package also includes a 20cl mini bottle of Champagne, available from the company shop before boarding, for an authentic French experience. Champagne is included with adult tickets only; guests under 18 must book the standard sightseeing cruise. Departures from approximately 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more details, please visit the official website of the Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches.
What's included
Included
- A ticket with no set date or time
- A main deck with large windows and an upper deck offering a 360-degree view
- A free webapp downloadable onto your device (12 languages and GPS tracking)
- A 1 hour sightseeing cruise departing from the Pont de l'Alma (returning to the point of departure).
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks available for purchase on board
Not included
- Reserved seats
What you'll see and do
Eiffel Tower
An iconic Parisian monument, in front of your eyes: unique photos from the Seine!
Pass by without stopping
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
The history of the French capital is watching you as you pass near Notre Dame
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Louvre Museum
One of the most beautiful museums in the world, with windows overlooking the Seine. Can you recognise the works of art behind ?
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The Seine
The most beautiful avenue in Paris unfolds before your eyes
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Conciergerie
The history of Paris has passed through the Seine and its surroundings: do you know what happened in this great palace?
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Pont des Arts
One of the most beautiful bridges in Paris
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Musee d'Orsay
The largest museum of modern art in Paris, housed in a former railway station
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A symbole of New York... in Paris ?
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Ile de la Cite
One of the must-see places for party-goers and lovers of old Paris
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
On the right side of the Seine river, close to Alma bridge. Métro - Line 9 : Alma-Marceau station Métro - Line 1 : Franklin Roosevelt station RER - Line C : Pont de l’Alma station Bus stops : Lines 28, 42, 49, 63, 72, 80, 83 and 92
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
On the right side of the Seine river, close to Alma bridge. Métro - Line 9 : Alma-Marceau station Métro - Line 1 : Franklin Roosevelt station RER - Line C : Pont de l’Alma station Bus stops : Lines 28, 42, 49, 63, 72, 80, 83 and 92
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, ko, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Compagnie des Bateaux-Mouches
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Once you've passed through the turnstiles, don't forget to ask the staff in the gift shop for a bottle of Champagne and glasses.
- No booking required for a particular schedule
- Regular departs all day long, every 30 - 45 minutes, indicatively from 10am to 9pm
- Under-18s are not allowed to drink alcohol
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 299 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
299 verified traveler reviews for Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Champagne river tour
Need to be in the front of the line if you want the top deck. No one respects the line and will cut in front of you. No speakers all around boat to hear any talking they might do. Overall was worth it for the money but definitely not as romantic as I wanted it to be with my Champaign and plastic cups and cramped seats.
via Viator
It was awful, it is not...
It was awful, it is not worth it. Book elsewhere , do not take this cruise. It was very much a waste of time
via Viator
Great value, but they could have stayed at the Eiffel Tower longer…
Booked as a last minute boat trip as our previous one was cancelled, gosh was it busy! Staff at ticket check and at the counter to collect our mini bottle of champagne were lovely, very helpful and we had a laugh with the guy we collected the champagne from (sorry we didn’t catch your name). Unfortunately the rain started just prior to the boat leaving so everyone huddled inside, we decided to head outside and stand under a bit of the roof as the rain slowed, so we were ok. Toilets were clean enough, warm with plenty paper. The tour itself went quite far down the river and then turned just past the Notre Dame and went back all the way down to the Eiffel Tower - the disappointing factor was that it headed back less than 5 minutes before the sparkle started on the tower so we missed some amazing views and photo / video opportunities.
via Tripadvisor
Bon Voyage
A beautiful way to see Paris on the Seine. Narration for the highlights and history of the area in various languages. A very nice experience.
via Viator
Terrible audio guide
Chose this tour to see and learn about some of the sites in Paris. The issue is that as you are travelling along the Siene - the audio tells you about buildings or monuments but doesn’t tell you whether it’s in your left or right side so you don’t know where to look, apart from obvious structures like notre dame etc - all the buildings look the same so the audio is not helpful. Very frustrating. We did notice part way through that they used nautical terms ( starboard / port) - I’m not a sailer so that meant nothing to me.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 104
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne cost?
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Prices start at $30 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® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne take?
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Plan for about 1.2 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® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.3/5 across 298 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.2-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne?
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Around 104 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 1.2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise in Paris with Champagne 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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