1-Hour Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise

About this experience

Book tickets for a one-hour illuminated evening cruise on the Seine and see Paris at its most photogenic, from the water. You board a Bateaux Parisiens glass-canopy boat at Port de la Bourdonnais, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, and glide past the city's lit-up monuments while a complimentary audio guide tells their stories in 14 languages. It is an easy, seated way to spend an evening in Paris without planning a full night out. The route: Eiffel Tower to Notre-Dame and back From Port de la Bourdonnais the boat heads east along the river towards Notre-Dame. On the way you pass the Musée d'Orsay and the Louvre, both floodlit after dark, and the gilded Pont Alexandre III. The boat turns around at the Île de la Cité near Notre-Dame Cathedral, giving you views of the Conciergerie, the Hôtel de Ville and the 17th-century houses of the Île Saint-Louis, before returning west to the Eiffel Tower. Boats may also slow down for the Statue of Liberty replica on the Île aux Cygnes. The Seine banks in central Paris are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and at night the whole stretch glows. What is included in your ticket 1-hour evening sightseeing cruise on a Bateaux Parisiens boat with a glass canopy, a terrace and outer walkways for photos Audio guide in 14 languages: French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese and Korean Flexible ticket valid for 6 months from the date of purchase, with cruises departing every hour This is a sightseeing cruise, not a dinner cruise, and there are no hop-off stops. If you would like a meal on the water, compare Seine river dinner cruise tickets instead. Boarding, bags and practical tips Show your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID at Port de la Bourdonnais, and check the voucher for the exact boarding point and instructions. Arriving about 15 minutes before your departure keeps boarding relaxed. A few things to know before you go: Large bags are not allowed on board. Small backpacks and regular-size handbags are fine. Toilets are available on the boats only. There are no toilets on the pontoons. Bring your own headphones for clearer audio commentary. Paid parking nearby is limited, so public transport is usually easier. Evening air on the river is cooler than in the streets, so bring a layer. Cancellation policy You can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before the start of your cruise for a full refund. Within 48 hours of departure, the booking cannot be cancelled. Who this evening cruise suits The cruise is a good first night in Paris, a relaxed plan for couples, and an easy evening for families after a long day of museums. It takes only an hour, so it fits neatly before or after dinner near the Eiffel Tower. For more Paris after dark, pair it with the Big Bus Paris night bus tour, or plan a daytime visit with Eiffel Tower guided tour tickets. You can find more things to do on the VervTrip Paris page.

Highlights

• Cruise the Seine for 1 hour after dark on a Bateaux Parisiens glass-canopy boat
• See the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Pont Alexandre III and Notre-Dame lit up at night
• Listen to the audio guide in 14 languages
• Flexible ticket valid for 6 months, with cruises every hour

What is included

• 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens evening sightseeing cruise
• Choice of departure time (cruises depart every hour)
• Flexible ticket valid for 6 months from purchase
• Audio guide in French, English, Hindi, Arabic, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese and Korean

Not included

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Parking

Before you go

Board at Port de la Bourdonnais, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. Check your voucher for the exact boarding point. Show your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID when you board. Arrive about 15 minutes before your departure. Large bags are not allowed. Small backpacks and regular-size handbags are fine. Toilets are available on the boats only, not on the pontoons. Bring your own headphones for the audio guide if you like.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience. Within 48 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.