Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris in Paris
Paris, France

Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris

Outty Ranking 36 3.4 · 22 traveler reviews2.3 hoursFrom $75

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Is Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris worth booking?

Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris is a 2.3-hour experience in Paris, France, from $75 per person. It scores 36 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.4/5 rating across 22 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
36 / 100
Rating
3.4/5 (22)
Duration
2.3 hours
From
$75 per person

Have a Champagne dinner cruise, taste a French traditional cooking, prepared on board by our own chef. Enjoy a 2h15 magic cruise with live music! At the end of the dinner, make yourself comfortable and watch the firework

What you get

    About this experience

    Have a Champagne dinner cruise, taste a French traditional cooking, prepared on board by our own chef. Enjoy a 2h15 magic cruise with live music! At the end of the dinner, make yourself comfortable and watch the firework display from the upper-deck.

    What's included

    Included

    • Carbonated beverages
    • Free parking in front of your boat
    • An upper deck with a 360° view of the City of Light, for your pictures and videos
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • A 2 hours and 15 minutes cruise on the Seine river, passing by the most iconic monuments of Paris
    • Dinner

    Not included

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

    What you'll see and do

    1. The starting point for your experience on the water, just a stone's throw from the Alma Bridge and the Golden Triangle

      15 minutes here

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

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Eiffel Tower

      You’ll pass by Paris’s most iconic landmark several times, especially when it sparkles.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

      You’ll get a glimpse of French history as you pass right by this iconic Parisian landmark: get your cameras ready!

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Louvre Museum

      Sail past the world's largest museum and try to guess which works of art can be seen through the many windows overlooking the Seine.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. What remains of the palace of the first kings of France, the Conciergerie became a prison during the French Revolution.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    9. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. Trocadero

      Built for the 1937 World Exhibition, it houses various museums (the Naval Museum, the Museum of French Monuments, the Museum of Man...)

      Pass by without stopping

    11. Pont Alexandre III

      Admire the decorations on this historic bridge from the Seine river

      Pass by without stopping

    12. You return to where you started, your eyes filled with images that will become memories

      15 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    Metro Alma Marceau (Line 9) Pont de l'Alma (RER C)

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Metro Alma Marceau (Line 9) Pont de l'Alma (RER C)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    de, ru, ko, pt, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Wed, Fri
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Compagnie des Bateaux-Mouches

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • 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.
    • Dress code is smart casual
    • 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 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    7 mentions

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

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    22 verified traveler reviews for Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    PelleasPhiladelphia · July 2026

    Unforgettable family experience

    We decided to splurge on this upscale Bastille day cruise, and though very expensive, and even a little cheesy at times, we don’t regret it one bit. It’s a beautiful glass-enclosed dining room with live piano and violin with an occasional dancer. The timing of the whole evening is perfect, going up and down river past all the famous sites, before settling back at the dock in time for fireworks. The food was surprisingly great and served elegantly with lots of champagne pours in addition to the bottle of wine with dinner. Even the photographer was a welcome addition. The upper deck was the perfect place to view the Bastille day show. We felt like we had the best seats in Paris.

    via Tripadvisor

    B3968JUlindad · July 2025

    Great way to see the sights

    This was a fantastic experience. Food was good, views spectacular. They also celebrate birthdays with a huge firework sparkler on the dessert! My only complaint is that once we got to the port, it was hard to find exactly where to board our boat, since there were many boats in the same area.

    via Tripadvisor

    Michael_C · July 2025

    Dinner and Fireworks along the Seine

    A wonderful dinner cruise on Bastille Day with fireworks at the Eiffel Tour. Boarding was efficient and effortless. Once seated, a glass of champagne, followed by 5-courses of food and a bottle of wine. A cruise along the Seine with live music. Service was unrushed, but never felt as slow - it is Paris. After dinner docked near the Eiffel Tour for the fantastic Fėte Nationale fireworks display.

    via Viator

    Constantine_C · July 2024

    Bad experience

    Did not get to go on cruise, directions to the port site was wrong taxi cab in Paris even took us to wrong location, very very upset and pissed off, unbelievable, lost over $550 euros for nothing

    via Viator

    B4618PSmichelleg · May 2024

    10/10

    I accidentally booked my parents dinner for the wrong night during their trip to Paris, but Adrian was so kind to accommodate them anyways. he was super sweet to my parents and made them feel very welcomed his great service and help saved their last night in paris. Thanks so much Adrian!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Wed, Fri
    Price range
    $75 to $255
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    8
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 36

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)28
    Review evidence (18% weight)43
    Booking momentum (14% weight)35
    Value for money (12% weight)72
    Listing quality (10% weight)62
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner 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® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris take?

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    Plan for about 2.3 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® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 36 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.4/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner 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® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner Cruise in Paris?

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    Around 8 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 2.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Bateaux Mouches® Special Bastille Day Dinner 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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    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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