Paris: Day or Sunset Cruise with Drink, Ice Cream or Dessert

History

The Seine River, flowing through Paris since ancient times as Lutetia, has been the city’s lifeline, shaping its growth from a Roman settlement to a global cultural capital. By the Middle Ages, it facilitated trade and inspired iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral, built in the 12th century, and the Louvre, transformed from a fortress to a museum in the 18th century. Parisian bridges, such as Pont Alexandre III, reflect the city’s 19th-century grandeur, while the Eiffel Tower, erected in 1889, became a symbol of modern Paris.

Seine cruises have been a beloved tradition since the 19th century, offering unique views of the city’s architectural heritage. This day or sunset cruise enhances the experience with a treat like a crepe or ice cream, connecting Paris’s historic waterways with its culinary charm, rooted in French dessert traditions from patisseries to street-side vendors.

Highlights

• Watch the Eiffel Tower glow at sunset or sparkle at night
• Enjoy a waffle, ice cream (summer only), or soft drink
• Pass iconic landmarks like Notre-Dame and the Louvre
• Capture stunning photos from the Seine River
• Drift under Paris’s historic bridges with a multilingual audio guide

Full Description

Experience Paris on a 1-hour Seine River cruise, offering breathtaking views of the city’s iconic landmarks. Meet at Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais, Pontoon 03, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, and board a comfortable boat with a multilingual audio guide (accessible via Wi-Fi, bring headphones). Choose a day cruise for vibrant cityscapes or a sunset/evening cruise to see the Eiffel Tower illuminated, passing landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, and ornate Parisian bridges.

Before or after your cruise, visit Les Terrasses du Trocadéro at Esplanade du Trocadéro to enjoy a waffle, ice cream (summer only), or soft drink, perfect for savoring while photographing the Eiffel Tower. The audio guide shares insights into Paris’s history, enhancing your journey under historic bridges like Pont Neuf. This family-friendly cruise, ideal for all ages, combines scenic beauty, cultural immersion, and a delightful treat, creating lasting memories of the City of Lights.

What’s Included

• 1-hour Seine River cruise
• Multilingual audio guide (accessible via Wi-Fi)
• Wi-Fi connection on board
• Choice of waffle, ice cream (summer only), or soft drink

Meeting Point

Meet at Bateaux Parisiens, Port de la Bourdonnais, Pontoon 03, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, for the cruise, at the time specified in your booking. For the treat, visit Les Terrasses du Trocadéro, Esplanade du Trocadéro, 75016 Paris. Both are near the Trocadéro metro station. Arrive promptly for boarding.

Price

From $23 per person

Traveler Reviews

• Nice trip on the boat. Bring headphones to access the audio guide – they are not provided. We started with the crepe at Trocadero and walked to the pier. A lovely afternoon.
• Amazing! Loved it! Especially at night! The long line went by fast.
• Could not collect the drink as it was far from the boarding of the cruise.