Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour in Paris
Paris, France

Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour

Outty Ranking 60 3.6 · 1,219 traveler reviews2.5 hoursFrom $17

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Is Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour worth booking?

Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Paris, France, from $17 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 1,219 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
3.6/5 (1,219)
Duration
2.5 hours
From
$17 per person

Cruise the waters of the River Seine before enjoying a unique view of old Paris from the Canal Saint Martin. See many of the major attractions of Paris from the water including Notre Dame and The Louvre. Pass through tun

What you get

    About this experience

    Cruise the waters of the River Seine before enjoying a unique view of old Paris from the Canal Saint Martin. See many of the major attractions of Paris from the water including Notre Dame and The Louvre. Pass through tunnels, locks and under bridges as you cruise through some of the Parisian neighborhoods less popular with tourists and explore the city from the water. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to best fit your schedule. For Christmas Holidays, we offer the breakfast the morning, and a snack on the afternoon. Children will enjoy make up activities the afternoon ! It is a special offer ! Book Now !

    What's included

    Included

    • Live onboard commentary
    • Cruise

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    What you'll see and do

    1. Musee d'Orsay

      Orsay Museum : Departure or arrival point of the cruise

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Place de la Bastille

      Your boat will pass under the Bastille Square

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Canal Saint-Martin

      Sail on this amazing canal and discover Paris in a different way ! Discover : locks, footbridges liftbridge and the most beautiful monuments by the Seine... and of course history of the city along the water

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

      The best point of view : on board our boat sailing on the Seine river

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Louvre Museum

      View of the Louvre Museum from the Seine river

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Parc de la Villette

      Boarding or arrival of the cruise

      Pass by without stopping

    7. The Seine

      A boat trip on the Seine from Orsay Museum to Arsenal Marina

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Cite Des Sciences Et De L'industrie

      Our departure point is just in front of the Cité des Sciences

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Ile Saint-Louis

      Discover l'ile Saint Louis from the Seine

      Pass by without stopping

    10. La Geode

      Our cruise departure or arrival point is just in front of La Geode

      Pass by without stopping

    11. Paris Canal

      Our office is located near the Bassin de la Villette

      Pass by without stopping

    12. Bassin de la Villette

      You will discover the Bassin de la Villette and have a view on la Rotonde de la Villette, Crimée liftbridge and Paris Plages

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Paris

    DEPARTURE AT 02.30PM from Parc de la Villette. METRO is Porte de Pantin (line 5) As soon as you exit the metro, walk straight on through the park, past Grande Halle de la Villette, until you get to the canal. The departure will be on the left, opposite the restaurant 211. White and blue boat

    Meeting point

    Paris

    DEPARTURE AT 10.00AM from Port de Solférino/Quai Anatole France. The closest metro is Solférino (line 12) As soon as you exit the metro, join the Orsay museum. When you have the Orsay museum on your back, go downstairs at the level of the Seine, and walk on the left. White and blue boat Paris Canal

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    If you start the cruise at 2.30pm from the Parc de la Villette you arrived at 5.00pm to the Musée d'Orsay

    Ends at

    If you start the cruise at 10am from the Musée d'Orsay you arrived at 12.30pm to the Parc de la Villette

    Options you can book

    • 3pm Orsay Museum Departure

      3pm departure from Pont de Solférino arriving at Parc de la Villette at 5:35pm. Starting point: 12 Port de Solférino, 75007 Paris, France

    • 10am Orsay Museum Departure

      10am departure from Pont de Solférino arriving at Parc de la Villette at 12:30pm.

    • 10:15 AM La Villette departure

      Starting point: Paris Canal Parc de la Villette, 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris, France

    • 2:30pm La Villette Departure

      2:30pm departure from Parc de la Villette arriving at Port de Solférino at 5pm. Starting point: Paris Canal Parc de la Villette, 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris, France

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Paris Canal

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,219 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    1,219 verified traveler reviews for Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    430
    4 star
    308
    3 star
    175
    2 star
    140
    1 star
    166
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    Denise_J · August 2026

    The Canal tour was an...

    The Canal tour was an interesting experience with an interesting part of Paris history. As there are 7-8 locks the tour boat takes you through which takes a large part of the time on the tour. Once you get to the Seine the tour goes more quickly with more local sights to see!

    via Viator

    Carol_R · August 2026

    Experiential?

    To make the most of this trip and make it experimental you should move to the front and to the back of this vessel to truly experience the locks.

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    D1136VWsarahw · August 2026

    Nice but a little slow

    Definitely book a boat tour on the Seine while in Paris, but no need to take the longer trip that includes the canals unless you want to sit for longer. The canal portion is interesting but slow, and if you’ve seen one canal lock you’ve seen them all. The boat was nice & the crew friendly, but I’d recommend a simple hour tour or even just taking a water taxi over this experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    Lynn_P · August 2026

    The ability to text your...

    The ability to text your guide ahead of time is very helpful. They are timely responsive with needed information or guidance.

    via Viator

    Brian S · July 2026

    Nice Relaxing Tour with Good Info from Luke. Slow paced waiting for locks. More info could have been provided while waiting f

    Nice Relaxing Tour with Good Info from Luke. Slow paced waiting for locks. More info could have been provided while waiting for locks. Luke was a good guide but more history & talking was hoped for. He speaks in both French & English. There was too much time without hearing info and facts.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $17 to $25
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    427
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 60

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)1
    Review evidence (18% weight)97
    Booking momentum (14% weight)97
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $17 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 Cruise and Paris Canals Tour take?

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    Plan for about 2.5 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 Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 1,219 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 Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour?

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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 Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour?

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    Around 427 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour 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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