Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise
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Is Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise worth booking?
Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise is a 5.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $196 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 743 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (743)
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- From
- $196 per person
This fantastic half day excursion (morning or afternoon) allows you to discover Paris's famous tourist sights and monuments. It includes a lunch on the 1st floor new restaurant " MADAME BRASSERIE" of the Eiffel Tower, a
What you get
About this experience
This fantastic half day excursion (morning or afternoon) allows you to discover Paris's famous tourist sights and monuments. It includes a lunch on the 1st floor new restaurant " MADAME BRASSERIE" of the Eiffel Tower, a city tour by panoramic covered coach, and an hour-long cruise along the Seine. Experience the beauty and heritage of the French capital in three different ways. Panoramic coach tour of Paris hotspots with multilingual commentary (10 languages) and special fun recordings for kids One hour cruise along the Seine, gliding past spectacular famous monuments.
What's included
Included
- Audio commentary available in 10 languages via downloadable mobile application ( for the city tour)
- Multilingual tour escort
- Access to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower with reserved access
- French Style Gourmet lunch at the Eiffel Tower restaurant "Madame Brasserie"
- Audio guide in 10 languages available to download on your smartphone to discover the Eiffel Tower.
- 1h Cruise on the Seine River with commentaries in 14 languages
- Luxury air-conditioned coach transport
Not included
- 2nd and Top floor access tickets to the Eiffel Tower
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Headphones
What you'll see and do
PLACE DE SYDNEY, 75015 Paris. Meet our representative with a Paris City Vision sign. Please arrive 20 min before departure time.
20 minutes here
Paris
City tour of Paris with audio commentary available in 10 languages via downloadable mobile app and personal earphones.
60 minutes here
Musee de l'Armee
The Hôtel des Invalides is a magnificent 17th-century complex in Paris, home to the Army Museum and the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, under its iconic golden dome.
Pass by without stopping
Musee d'Orsay
The Musée d'Orsay is a stunning museum housed in a former railway station, showcasing an exceptional collection of 19th- and early 20th-century art, including masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Pass by without stopping
Conciergerie
The Conciergerie is a former royal palace and prison on the Île de la Cité, known for its Gothic architecture and for having held Queen Marie-Antoinette during the French Revolution.
Pass by without stopping
Pantheon
The Panthéon is a grand neoclassical monument in the Latin Quarter of Paris, where many of France’s greatest figures, such as Voltaire, Rousseau, and Marie Curie, are buried.
Pass by without stopping
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Notre-Dame is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture located on the Île de la Cité, famous for its stained-glass rose windows, flying buttresses, and iconic twin towers.
Pass by without stopping
Hotel de Ville
The Hôtel de Ville is the historic city hall of Paris, known for its impressive Renaissance-style architecture and its role as the center of the city’s administration since the 14th century.
Pass by without stopping
Louvre Museum
The Louvre is the world’s largest art museum and a historic Paris landmark, home to thousands of works including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
Pass by without stopping
Place de la Concorde
Place de la Concorde is one of the largest squares in Paris, famous for its Egyptian obelisk and its role in French history during the Revolution.
Pass by without stopping
Champs-Elysees
The Champs-Élysées is Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, lined with shops, cafés, and theaters.
Pass by without stopping
Place du Trocadero-et-du-11-Novembre
The Trocadéro offers one of the best views of the Eiffel Tower and is home to beautiful gardens and several museums, including the Palais de Chaillot.
Pass by without stopping
Eiffel Tower
Lunch with drinks at Madame brasserie located on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower.
180 minutes here · Admission included
The Seine
One hour commented cruise on the Seine with recorded commentaries and personal earphones available in 14 languages: French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Hindi, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Place de Sydney, 75015 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador 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
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Paris CityVision
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that this tour does not suit those with reduced mobility
- Service of a multilingual hostess
- Note: Non-foldable strollers and small suitcases cannot be taken up the Eiffel Tower. Glass bottles, knives, sharp objects, padlocks, alcohol, and aerosols are not permitted on the tower
- Note: Each 1st Sunday, the Champs-Elysées Avenue is pedestrian
- Access to the Summit is not possible on this tour
- Be aware that there will be some waiting at the security check and for the lift
- Audio guide is available in Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish from an audio app. Make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget your headphones!
- Menu example: STARTER • Cream of artichokes, Barigoule jus, fried onions and tapenade • White asparagus and pea tartlet with mustard mousseline sauce MAIN DISH • Einkorn risotto, turmeric, creamy tomato sauce, fennel and parmesan cheese • Melt-in-the-mouth free-range chicken, mashed potatoes, chard and courgettes • Éclimont trout with yellow carrots, peas and citrus butter • Confit beef chuck eye steak, homemade barbecue sauce, new potatoes and mushrooms DESSERT • Shortbread almond tartlet with lemon-mint cream and meringue • Molten grand cru dark chocolate cake with vanilla custard sauce
- CHILDREN'S LUNCH MENU Handmade Ile-de-France Eiffel Tower pasta, creamy tomato sauce, Parisian ham and parmesan cheese Free-range chicken breast with mashed potatoes Fromage blanc cream with strawberries, rhubarb and homemade granola Molten grand cru dark chocolate cake with vanilla custard sauce Soft drink 25 cl CHILDREN'S DINNER MENU Cream of artichokes, Barigoule jus, fried onions and tapenade Madame Brasserie’s egg mayonnaise, romaine lettuce and red radish Handmade Ile-de-France Eiffel Tower pasta, creamy tomato sauce, Parisian ham and parmesan cheese Free-range chicken breast with mashed potatoes Pot of Madagascar vanilla cream with mango confit Molten grand cru dark chocolate cake with vanilla custard sauce Soft drink 25 cl
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 743 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
743 verified traveler reviews for Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I wouldn’t call this a tour - it’s just tickets to events
This tour was not what I thought it would be. It wasn’t really a tour at all. We met the tour guide at the meeting point (I don’t know his name, he never told us). He led us to the Eiffel Tower and left us there to manage navigating the tower. He gave us vouchers for the boat ride (which ended up working in our favor, since we weren’t able to do it the same day). Lunch was wonderful and the views were magnificent! The bus ride was terrific. Bus was empty we had so much room to move around. Again, we were not with a tour we were just on our own. The boat ride also not a tour. You need to find the port yourself and use the vouchers they gave you at lunch. Boat ride was excellent though.
Response from the operator: Dear Lynda, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re happy you enjoyed the lunch at the Eiffel Tower, the beautiful views, the comfort of the bus, and the Seine cruise. As mentioned in the tour description, this is a combination experience with a panoramic coach ride, a priority lunch, and a self-paced river cruise using vouchers, rather than a fully guided tour. We’re sorry this wasn’t what you expected, and we’ll keep working to make the format clearer for future travelers. Kind Regards,
via Viator
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Viator cancelled the booking last minute. Clients did not go on the safari despite booking early. We wish Viator communicated this early.
Response from the operator: We’re truly sorry to hear that your booking was cancelled at the last minute. We understand how frustrating this must have been, especially after booking in advance and planning accordingly. We are following up with their team to ensure better coordination and transparency in the future. If there’s anything we can do to assist or help make up for the inconvenience, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. Best regards,
via Viator
Lunch Amazing, River Cruise Great
Eiffel Tower lunch was amazing, view was awesome! The Paris tour on the bus was poor. No narrative by the guide, it was downloaded and guide were say #6 on left, #23 on right etc. leaving out many things we wanted to know what is that building. The guide would respond I don’t know, YUK ! Need a knowledgeable person to add value to bus tour. The river cruise, full of hundreds of people, can understand the prerecorded information in both French and English. On River cruise expected the prerecorded information not on the city bus tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Tom, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the lunch and the stunning views from the Eiffel Tower! We’re sorry that the bus tour didn’t meet your expectations. We strive to provide knowledgeable guides who enhance the experience with insightful commentary, and we regret that this was not your experience. Your comments about the guide’s responses and the narration have been shared with our team for review. Regarding the river cruise, we appreciate your understanding of the prerecorded information given the large number of guests onboard. Thank you again for your feedback, it helps us improve and deliver better experiences for all our guests. Best regards,
via Viator
Great lunch. Poor tour.
We booked this for the experience of lunch in the Eiffel Tower. Lunch was excellent and we enjoyed that part. The city tour was very disappointing. The commentary was via a download on our phones and was minimal. The tour guide told us what numbers to press and sometimes gave the wrong numbers. She was unable to answer questions about what we were seeing. The bus was filthy. The associated boat ride was ok with minimal narration.
Response from the operator: Dear Gretchen, Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the lunch at the Eiffel Tower—that’s certainly a highlight of this tour, and we’re glad it lived up to expectations. We’re sorry, however, to learn that the city tour and commentary did not meet your expectations. The audio app is designed to give guests flexibility during the tour, but we understand it can be frustrating if the guide does not provide clear instructions or if the content feels limited. We will review this with our team to ensure better guidance and support is given during the experience. Additionally, we apologize for the condition of the bus. Cleanliness is a basic standard we take seriously, and we are following up with our transportation partner to address this issue promptly. While we’re glad you found the boat ride acceptable, we regret that the limited narration didn’t add more to the experience. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us improve the overall quality of our tours. Thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances. Warm regards,
via Viator
Wonderful one day tour of Paris!
Great way to see the main sights of Paris in 1 day! Lunch at the Eiffel Tower was splendid and we took the river cruise at sunset…the views of the city at night on the river were breathtaking! Highly recommend this day tour!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 260
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $196 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 Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise take?
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Plan for about 5.5 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 Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 743 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 Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise?
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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 Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise?
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Around 260 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 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paris Tour with Lunch at the Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise 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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