Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris
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Is Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris worth booking?
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris is a 1.2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $8 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 887 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 3.7/5 (887)
- Duration
- 1.2 hours
- From
- $8 per person
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
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).
- Snacks available for purchase on board
About this experience
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.
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).
- Snacks available for purchase on board
What you'll see and do
Place de la Concorde
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.
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Louvre Museum
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.
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Hotel de Ville
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.
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Conciergerie
What remains of the palace of the first kings of France, the Conciergerie became a prison during the French Revolution.
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Ile de la Cite
The ‘cradle’ of the city of Paris where its very first inhabitants (the Parisii) settled in the 3rd century BC.
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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.
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Ile Saint-Louis
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.
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Pont Neuf
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.
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Musee d'Orsay
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.
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Esplanade des Invalides
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).
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Eiffel Tower
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.
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Palais de Chaillot
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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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, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 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
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 888 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
888 verified traveler reviews for Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Well worth it
We booked direct with Bateaux Mouches for €17 each which I thought was decent value. We arrived and queued, on a mid-August Saturday, for no more than 15 minutes. The boats are huge - nearly 1000 passengers (I think about 400 on our trip), most of whom sat on top. We sat outside on one side of the boat for shade on a 39 degree day. It is only an hour, but the scenery is lovely. There is commentary, but the sound quality is appalling and we heard virtually nothing - and I have good hearing! There is nothing on board so we took some water and beers. Well worth it and recommended
via Tripadvisor
You Can’t Visit Paris Without Doing This! 🇫🇷✨
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!
via Viator
Careful with the queues
The experience is good but the queues take up to 3 hours and there is not a priority despite the ticket you buy.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
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.
via Tripadvisor
Awful unsafe experience
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.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $17
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 310
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris cost?
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Prices start at $8 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 on the Seine River in Paris 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 on the Seine River in Paris worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 887 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris?
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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 on the Seine River in Paris suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bateaux Mouches® Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine River in Paris?
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Around 310 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 on the Seine River 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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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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