Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music
Paris, France

Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music

Outty Ranking 47 4.0 · 149 traveler reviews1.3 hoursFrom $205
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47/100

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4.0/5

Based on 149 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music worth booking?

Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music is a 1.3-hour experience in Paris, France, from $205 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 149 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
4/5 (149)
Duration
1.3 hours
From
$205 per person

Experience the magical Maxim's atmosphere during a diner cruise along the Seine river with drinks included and live music with piano and singer, to live the magic of one of the most emblematic historical restaurants in Paris: the Maxim’s. All tables are window seating to be able to admire the most of our "Ville Lumière" the City of Lights and its beautiful monuments all along the river. What a more romantic and enjoyable way to complete your visit of Paris than experience this unforgettable dinner?

What you get

    About this experience

    Experience the magical Maxim's atmosphere during a diner cruise along the Seine river with drinks included and live music with piano and singer, to live the magic of one of the most emblematic historical restaurants in Paris: the Maxim’s. All tables are window seating to be able to admire the most of our "Ville Lumière" the City of Lights and its beautiful monuments all along the river. What a more romantic and enjoyable way to complete your visit of Paris than experience this unforgettable dinner?

    What's included

    Included

    • Live Music
    • Red or White wine 37.5 cl per person, mineral water, coffee, or tea
    • Window seated
    • Glass of Champagne as aperitif
    • Dinner

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Pick up hotel

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Seine

      The river that corss the centre of Paris

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Assemblee Nationale

      Where the French parliement is

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Musee d'Orsay

      From a train station at the end of the 2th century it became an impressionist museum

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

      The city's most famous cathedral

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Place de la Concorde

      The largest square in Paris

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Ile de la Cite

      The nest of the city, where the first inhabitants settled down

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Louvre Museum

      Along the river, one of the largest world museums

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Musee de l’Armee des Invalides

      Part of this munument is a museum part a hospital, where the remains of Napoleon are

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Conciergerie

      Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Conciergerie is one of the oldest remains of the Palais de la Cité, the residence and seat of power of the kings of France in the Middle Ages.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. Statue de la Liberte

      A replica of the famous statue in New York, this statue was donated to France by the Comité des Américains de Paris to mark the centenary of the French Revolution.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    You must arrive 30 minutes prior the departure at Port de Solférino - Promenade Édouard Glissant, 75007 Paris – Extime Paris Seine In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    You must arrive 30 minutes prior the departure at Port de Solférino - Promenade Édouard Glissant, 75007 Paris – Extime Paris Seine In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

    Options you can book

    • Early Dinner Cruise

      DCM18

    • Evening Dinner Cruise

      DCM21

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Extime Travel

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • All guests will be seated at window tables
    • Elegant attire is required (tie and jacket not mandatory) no shorts, no short-pants
    • EARLY DINNER : SAMPLE MENU *STARTER* Buckwheat waffle, Scottish smoked salmon, light smoked tea cream *CHOICE OF MAIN COURSE* Pan-seared sea bass fillet, baby potatoes, cocoa and / Espelette pepper sauce Rossini-style duck breast, celery purée, roasted vegetables, rich blackcurrant jus / Beef tenderloin, wild mushrooms, parsnip and chestnut purée, truffle sauce (+10€) *CHEESE* Plate of matured cheeses (Optional +10€) (Brie de Meaux, Comté, Sainte-Maure) *DESSERT* Samana dome (chocolate mousse, crispy feuillantine, passion fruit cream)
    • LATE DINNER : SAMPLE MENU*CHOICE OF STARTER* Half-cooked duck foie gras with port, pear and fig compote, sprinkled with toasted hazelnuts / Scallops prepared two ways, passion fruit vinaigrette, slow-cooked root vegetables / Buckwheat waffle with Scottish smoked salmon, delicately smoked tea cream *CHOICE OF MAIN COURSE* Pan-seared sea bass fillet, baby potatoes, cocoa-infused Espelette pepper sauce / Rossini-style duck breast, silky celery purée, roasted seasonal vegetables, rich blackcurrant jus / Beef fillet, wild mushrooms, chestnut-parsnip purée, truffle-scented sauce (+10€) *CHEESE* Plate of matured cheeses (Optional +10€) (Brie de Meaux, Comté, Sainte-Maure) *DESSERT* Samana dome: chocolate mousse, crisp feuillantine, passion fruit cream / St. Honoré-inspired pastry / Vanilla and apple delight on an almond joconde biscuit
    • SAMPLE VEGAN MENU VEGAN MENU *STARTER* Butternut squash velouté, hazelnut oil, roasted porcini mushrooms *MAIN COURSE* Arborio risotto with black truffle shavings *DESSERT* All-chocolate swirl
    • You must arrive 30 minutes prior the departure for the dinner cruise.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 149 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

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

    Photo opportunities

    4 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    4 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    149 verified traveler reviews for Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    4 star
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    3 star
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    2 star
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    izzybelle · October 2026

    Inside boat

    Beware if you want to take pictures, your pictures will be distorted by the windows and you are inside the entire time and no way to get out to take pictures. If you have an allergy, they will not provide more options even when you prearrange the allergy. Waste of money. Also, the service was lacking, drop food off and don’t come back. Needed additional water and never got it. The drinks are extra as well! Better options out there with better food. Food was mediocre.

    via Tripadvisor

    allens50 · September 2026

    Not worth it

    Three of us went on the 8PM dinner cruise. Boat is small with a very pleasant ambiance. Our cruise only had 15 customers. Food was meh. Nothing special and certainly not a gastronomic experience. Service mostly okay...except...at the end of the cruise our server asked me how much I intended to leave as a tip. I have eaten in hundreds of restaurants on five continents and this is the first time a server solicited a tip. This was a huge turn off for me. A more minor issue was charging for water. Silly me, I thought for $200 a head I would get water.

    via Tripadvisor

    K6415OTdavidv · September 2026

    Too Rushed

    The boat location was confusing with a few different variations on the same address. We finally found the boat and were seated about five minutes before departure. They immediately took our drink order but also asked as we’re were pulling away from the dock which entre we wanted. We tried slowing down the process which worked a little. The waiters were pleasant. The food was decent with nice presentation. Entres came out quickly as did dessert. It all felt very rushed. We were told it was a two hour dining experience however we were back at the dock after an hour and twenty minutes. Disappointing. Value for the money? Not so much.

    via Tripadvisor

    John_B · September 2026

    Great dinner cruise with great Eiffel Tower views

    What a great experience! The boat is not a huge boat it is more intimate and every table has a window view. The service was amazing and the bean was probably one of the best we had while in Paris. Make sure you follow the correct address for the netting point because there were two different ones. Other than that, great trip!

    via Viator

    joanjO1313RV · September 2026

    A Terrific Paris Experience

    We were in France for over two weeks and the best meal we had our entire time was on Maxim's Dinner Cruise. The ship itself, the staff and the entertainer all created an experience that we just loved. If we ever return to Paris, we will book another dinner cruise with Maxim's!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $205 to $264
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    52
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Paris CityVision, who run 80 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.3.

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    Why this scores 47

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)34
    Review evidence (18% weight)69
    Booking momentum (14% weight)64
    Value for money (12% weight)4
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music cost?

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    Prices start at $205 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 Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music take?

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    Plan for about 1.3 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 Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 149 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 Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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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 Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    Around 52 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 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music 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 Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. 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.

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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.

    What is included in Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    Included: Live Music; Red or White wine 37.5 cl per person, mineral water, coffee, or tea; Window seated; Glass of Champagne as aperitif; and Dinner. Not included: Gratuities; and Pick up hotel. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    You must arrive 30 minutes prior the departure at Port de Solférino - Promenade Édouard Glissant, 75007 Paris – Extime Paris Seine In case of problem. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    Across 149 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise by Maxim's with Champagne & Music?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Early Dinner Cruise, Evening Dinner Cruise. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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