Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 32 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens worth booking?
Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens is a 2.3-hour experience in Paris, France, from $154 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 32 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (32)
- Duration
- 2.3 hours
- From
- $154 per person
This Christmas, elevate your holiday celebration with an experience unlike any other, a luxurious Seine River cruise that brings the magic of Paris to life. Whether you’re dreaming of an elegant Christmas Eve dinner on December 24th or a joyful Christmas Day lunch or dinner on December 25th, this unforgettable cruise is designed to enchant. As the boat gently glides along the Seine, you'll have front-row views of Paris' most famous landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and, of course, the Eiffel Tower. You’ll be treated to a 6-course feast of French festive delights, a true showcase of the country's finest culinary traditions. But the magic doesn’t stop there. A talented live singer will fill the air with joyful melodies, making the festive atmosphere come alive with warmth and celebration. This is more than just a meal, it’s a magical journey through Paris at its most enchanting. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly special this Christmas.
What you get
About this experience
This Christmas, elevate your holiday celebration with an experience unlike any other, a luxurious Seine River cruise that brings the magic of Paris to life. Whether you’re dreaming of an elegant Christmas Eve dinner on December 24th or a joyful Christmas Day lunch or dinner on December 25th, this unforgettable cruise is designed to enchant. As the boat gently glides along the Seine, you'll have front-row views of Paris' most famous landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and, of course, the Eiffel Tower. You’ll be treated to a 6-course feast of French festive delights, a true showcase of the country's finest culinary traditions. But the magic doesn’t stop there. A talented live singer will fill the air with joyful melodies, making the festive atmosphere come alive with warmth and celebration. This is more than just a meal, it’s a magical journey through Paris at its most enchanting. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly special this Christmas.
What's included
Included
- Vegetarian option available on the spot
- Alcoholic beverages
- A sightseeing cruise departing from Eiffel Tower, passing by the most spectacular monuments of Paris
- Live Entertainment by a singer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Seating at a private table in the center of the glass-canopy boat
- Dinner
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Photos taken by the photographer aboard
- Extra food and beverages which are not included in the package
What you'll see and do
The Seine
Enjoy the cruise and admire the most iconic sights of Paris while you savor your Christmas menu and appreciate the live entertainment by the singer! You will board just at feet of the Eiffel Tower and discover the traditional French festive menu. A vegetarian option is also available. As you will be aboard a modern glass-canopy boat, you will enjoy breathtaking views to the Musée d'Orsay, the Pont Alexandre III, the Latin Quarter, Notre Dame de Paris, the Ile Saint Louis, the Marais, the Louvre, the Grand Palais, the Concorde, etc. while you enjoy the dishes that are prepared on board for you by the Chef and his team.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Eiffel Tower
The Bateaux Parisiens port is situated at feet of the Eiffel Tower, a good occasion to take a nice picture before or after the cruise. You will also admire views of the Eiffel Tower several times during your lunch or dinner cruise cruise.
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Le Dome des Invalides
As you approach the Pont Alexandre III, you will see the Dome des Invalides on the right side. This monument houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Pont Alexandre III
Admire this beautiful landmark during your dinner cruise! It is an incredible experience to pass under this bridge aboard the glass canopy boat.
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Assemblee Nationale
This characteristic building houses the French parliament. Have a look at it while you savor the flavors of the French cuisine.
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Musee d'Orsay
You will see the amazing architcture of this former railway station.
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Saint Germain des Pres Quarter
You will enjoy nice views to this famous quarter while you cruise on the Seine.
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Pont Neuf
When you pass under this bridge, the oldest bridge of Paris, lift your head and admire the funny sculptures. "Pont Neuf" means "New Bridge", but today, it is the oldest bridge of Paris.
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Admire the famous Notre dame Cathedral from a special perspective from the river!
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Latin Quarter
Enjoy the special atmosphere of this area when you pass by!
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Bibliotheque nationale de France - site Francois Mitterrand
See the interesting architecture of the French National Library. It represents four open books. This is the place where the boat turns in order to cruise back to the city center.
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Le Marais
Enjoy nice views from the river to this historical quarter of Paris.
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Hotel de Ville
During your dinner cruise, you will also see the Hôtel de Ville de Paris, a very impressive building where the major of Paris has her office.
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Ile Saint-Louis
The Ile Saint Louis is the heart of the historical Paris. You will have interesting views to its typical architecture from the water.
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Pont Marie
The Pont Marie is a very special bridge. If you pass under this bridge, close your eyes and make a wish. It is told that your wish will come true before next year.
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Conciergerie
The Conciergerie is a very remarkable landmark. It is the place where the King Louis XVI and the Queen Marie-Antoinette where imprisoned before they were executed.
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Louvre Museum
Admire the 700 m long facade of the biggest museum of the world. It used to be the residence of French kings.
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Place de la Concorde
From the boat, you will see the Egyptian obelisk. The Place de la Concorde used to play a big role during the time of the French revolution, as the guillotine was placed there.
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Pont de la Concorde
The bridge between the Place de la Concorde and the Assemblée Nationale was built from stones of the Bastille prison which was destroyed after the French revolution.
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Grand Palais
Admire the amazing architecture with its glass coupole! This building hosts exceptional exhibitions and events. During the Olympic games in 2024, it hosted a part of the competitions.
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Statue de la Liberte
Admire the little sister of the New York's Statue of Liberty with the Eiffel Tower in its background! A very special photo spot, just before you return to the Bateaux Parisiens quayside!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Boarding at Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais (pontoons 5 or 7) by the Eiffel Tower. Dec 24 & 25 dinner: Check-in 7 PM, depart 8:30 PM, return 11 PM, end midnight. Dec 25 lunch: Check-in 11:30 AM, depart 12:45 PM, return 2:45 PM, end 3 PM.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Boarding at Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais (pontoons 5 or 7) by the Eiffel Tower. Dec 24 & 25 dinner: Check-in 7 PM, depart 8:30 PM, return 11 PM, end midnight. Dec 25 lunch: Check-in 11:30 AM, depart 12:45 PM, return 2:45 PM, end 3 PM.
Options you can book
Christmas Day Lunch Elegance
Elegance Service: Panoramic seating in the center of the glass-canopy boat Duration: 3 hours: Check in at 12 pm, departure at 12.45 pm, return to quayside at 2.45 pm, end of service at 3 pm. 5-course lunch & beverages: Appetiser, starter, main dish, cheese, dessert by Maison Lenôtre, madeleine & chocolate, champagne, wines & mineral water. Glass canopy boat
Christmas Eve Dinner Elegance
Elegance service: Panoramic seating in the center of the glass-canopy boat Duration: 4 hours: Check in at 8 pm, departure at 8.30 pm, return to quayside at 11 pm, end of service at midnight 5-course dinner & beverages: Appetiser, starter, main dish, cheese, dessert by Maison Lenôtre, madeleine & chocolate +champagne, wines, mineral water. Glass canopy boat
Christmas Day Dinner Elegance
Elegance Service: Panoramic seating in the center of the glass-canopy boat Duration: 4 hours: Check in at 8 pm, departure at 8.30 pm, return to quayside at 11 pm, end of service at midnight 5-course dinner & beverages: Appetiser, starter, main dish, cheese, dessert by Maison Lenôtre, madeleine & chocolate + champagne, wines & mineral water Glass canopy boat
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Seino Vision (Bateaux Parisiens)
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
9 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
32 verified traveler reviews for Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent
Very good, food, service, great way to spend a Christmas Day, and a great view of Paris.. wish it lasted longer.
via Viator
Not a bad cruise. Good to do once.
The food was good, traditional French food. You are served champagne almost as soon as you're seated which was nice. The 5 or 6 courses were overall good; it certainly was a lot of food. The menu is fixed so if you're not adventurous or don't like something, you might be disappointed. I didn't find a menu in advance (or whether that was posted anywhere) and some of our family members didn't care for things here and there, but no one starved. What I didn't like about the cruise itself was that they never dimmed the lights in the interior of the boat so there was a lot of glare on the windows. We were seated in the middle of the boat where there are some pretty serious lights shining down. I felt like I was under a spotlight. If you can request it, get a table by the windows. If you're on the right (starboard) side of the boat, you'll never get a good look at Notre Dame. We decided halfway through that it was the experience of being on the Seine for dinner and occasionally seeing a landmark that was the best part. The views of the landmarks wasn't as romantic as it sounds. But the rest was nice.
via Viator
Wonderful Experience
Booked this Christmas evening dinner cruise last minute through our hotel! Wonderful services, amazing food and views of Paris. The entertainment was exceptional and so was our server.
via Tripadvisor
Don't Pass This Up!
Don't go for the food because the star of this experience is, well, the experience. The table was beautiful, the ambiance elegant and the scenery at night so very special. The food was not bad, but it was incidental to the fact we were in Paris, on the Seine and seeing some of the most beautiful and historical buildings in the world. We had a fabulous quintessential Paris experience and made a memory we'll never forget. The entertainment was quite good, as well! (By the way, when you get on the adjacent area to wait to board, the entry to get on the dinner boat is at the opposite end, not the middle.)
via Tripadvisor
Our Christmas lunch cruise on the Seine
My wife enjoyed the cruise, the lunch was excellent and the service staff were excellent. The Paris scenery along the river was a great sample of Paris architecture and related scenery. Many thanks
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $154 to $225
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Seino Vision (Bateaux Parisiens), who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.6.
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Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens cost?
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Prices start at $154 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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens 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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 32 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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens 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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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Around 11 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 Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens 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.
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.
What is included in Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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Included: Vegetarian option available on the spot; Alcoholic beverages; A sightseeing cruise departing from Eiffel Tower, passing by the most spectacular monument; Live Entertainment by a singer; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Photos taken by the photographer aboard; and Extra food and beverages which are not included in the package. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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Boarding at Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais (pontoons 5 or 7) by the Eiffel Tower. Dec 24 & 25 dinner: Check-in 7 PM, depart 8:30 PM, return 11 PM, end midnight. Dec 25 lunch: Check-in 11:30 AM. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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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.
Is Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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Across 32 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, food and drink. The views and photo stops come up again and again.
What booking options are available for Seine River Christmas Cruise Lunch or Dinner by Bateaux Parisiens?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Christmas Day Lunch Elegance, Christmas Eve Dinner Elegance, Christmas Day Dinner Elegance. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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