What a fantastic experience! The Seine River cruise was one of the highlights of our trip to Paris. Seeing the city's iconic landmarks from the water was beautiful, especially as we cruised past historic bridges and famous monuments. One of the unexpected highlights was meeting a former Paris local who happened to be on the cruise. They shared fascinating stories and insightful anecdotes about the history of many of the places we passed, adding so much depth and personality to the experience. It felt like getting a private history lesson from someone who truly knew and loved the city. The cruise itself was relaxing, well-organized, and offered incredible views throughout. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Paris--it's a wonderful way to experience the city's beauty while learning more about its rich history. read more

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Perfect way to see major historical landmarks! Such a fun way to see parts of Paris without walking & there was plenty of space on the boat! There is an audio guide, or our tour had a woman who was announcing all of the sites in multiple languages! It was perfect to follow along. We did not partake in any of the food on board, but there was a cafe available! read more

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We had so much fun on our canal cruise! It was exactly as described in the email instructions they sent prior to our trip. The line was long when we arrived, but it moved very fast and we were boarded with a very large group of people. We were among the last boarded so there was no real seating together, which was okay because we went up to the top deck and were able to just idle among others who were also standing. The interaction with the people going down the canal is a real highlight we weren't expecting.. waving, 67, rock paper scissors, cheering, it was all so fun and hard to not get involved at times. The views from the canal cruise itself was so cool to see everything in one shot from the river. Notre dame, the louvre, government buildings, the arch de triumph, Eiffel Tower, etc - you got to see it all in this roundtrip. The bridges you pass under were also something to marvel at from the water perspective. Getting off was a little hectic due to how busy it was but it was not difficult by any means. I also loved how late they ran, we took the 9pm cruise and were able to finish right at 10 to see the Eiffel Tower light up. Honestly if you're going to Paris, this is a must in my book. read more

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I will begin with the positive: the views were lovely and the food was surprisingly good. However, our experience was overall negative. We received horrible service, were ignored and scowled at. Why? Because we were American. I know this because the French speaking couples at the tables surrounding ours were fawned over. I am fairly competent in conversational French yet the moment the waiter heard us speaking in English, there was an obvious vibe shift. We had to beg for water and wine refills while other tables received theirs without asking. We received the wrong dinner orders...which felt almost intentional. We were neglected which, for €185 per person was disappointing to say the least. Do take a boat trip on the Seine, but don't feel like the dinner adds anything to the experience, especially with this company. read more

Had lunch here during a scheduled stop on a guided tour from London to Paris. The restaurant was well organized and well attended. The views were great in all directions. The food was decent and enjoyable. read more

My wife and I accompanied Bateaux Parisiens on an outstanding dinner cruise in 2021. The wine, food and service was exceptional. Two years later, we had problems with a stolen passport in Spain and couldn't get into France. We had made prior reservations for three people for a Bateaux Parisiens dinner, but had to cancel. We cancelled our dinner reservation early and they would not refund our money. They did give a rain check good for one year, but we were unable to make it back to France within a year. We lost our Euros from this trip. Two years later and we made early dinner reservations once again, before arriving back to France. This time, we were late in our travels back to Paris from a day adventure and we missed our boat and dinner. On top of that, I was sick. Our fault. We missed it. I called a few days later and no refund or rain check was offered. Today, we had a 10:00am Seine River cruise. We arrived early and waited in line. We waited and waited and at 10:06 am someone who looked like a Captain got on a microphone and said the trip was cancelled. We could all come back at 11:30am and could go on that boat. If we wanted to change our time, we were directed to go to the ticket office to request a different time. My wife asked for confirmation from two employees and both told her to come back at 11:30. We arrived back to Bateaux Parisiens at 11:15 and tried to check in. To our surprise, we were redirected to the ticket window to get an 11:30 ticket. I told the representative we were on the cancelled 10:00am boat. She conferred with a manager and we were once again told to go to the ticket window. I felt as though I had already purchased stock in this company with one outstanding dinner cruise and two cancelled and lost purchase funds. Now we're being treated poorly, first with the cancellation and then the lack of clear instructions for a return visit later in the day. Originally a FIVE Point score for the first dinner cruise. Thank you for the outstanding evening! However, for lack of consideration for your customers, first with no refunds and second with poor instructions, you receive an average 3.5. We expect better. read more

What a fun experience. I was kinda nervous going with my toddler but it was perfect. Good was great. We had so much fun read more

Bateaux Parisiens - French Near Me - Paris, 75

I did this dinner the first time I was in Paris with my friend. We loved it. What I remember is that we were seated in the middle of the dining hall. I meant to make a reservation for our first night, but I forgot to. Turns out my sister's friend was in town and she surprised us by booking a dinner for the 3 of us as it happened to be my sister's bday. We got there a little early. Probably a solid 30 mins before the checkin time. It gave us plenty of time to do a little photo shoot with the tower behind us as it happened to be a different color. The food is ok. What makes this a great experience is that you get to see all the monuments at night. They even announce when you happen to be in front of the Louvre and Notre Dame. Our waiter made it a point to tell us what we were passing. I enjoyed the food I got. I also enjoyed the drinks that my sister ordered for me cos she doesn't drink so I just had her get me drinks. Boy was I tipsy. Our dinner came with a bottle of red wine that we barely touched. I ended up taking it home. All in all, it's certainly a great experience. The service was amazing. read more

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Totally awful and not worth the money. Over crowded, and the other passengers were so badly behaved. The crew seemed powerless to control the chaos. DO NOT RECOMMEND!! read more

I'm in Paris for the first time and traveling solo. The gourmet lunch cruise was perfect for me. I was able to see beautiful and amazing landmarks while enjoying a wonderful 5 course meal. I chose the premier package to assure unobstructed views out huge windows. My server was awesome. Very helpful and understanding of a solo American tourist. It was everything I hoped for. Had I not been a solo traveler staying near Disneyland Paris, I would have chosen the dinner cruise so to enjoy the lights as well. read more

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It was a dream come true! Delicious food! Great itinerary! You do get better service if you speak French- but that's ok! We had a great time and I'd do it again! Beautiful sights and worth every penny read more

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This tour in the Seine was very relaxing and interesting. They had the audio available on your phone connecting to a website. They have WiFi in the boat, we didn't try any snacks, but the tour was both historical and informative about the history of the places around the tour. read more

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I had to do lunch cruise. We booked the premium one to sit in front. The service was excellent (I believe our server was Sebastian, a really nice guy) Our meal was good. Champagne, white wine and red wine. It was relaxing. I remember having the chicken pate starter, a stew beef type entree and a delicious chocolate and vanilla ice cream cake. The only thing I wish was if they had some audio telling us which famous sites we were passing. read more

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High recommend having this boat ride especially for first time visitor in Paris! It's a one hour ride that takes you round-trip. We bought the ticket same day online. Unlimited some other companies, it did not require a specific time which gave us more flexibility. We went in November and it was cold. We sat on the upper deck to take many beautiful photos of the monuments along the ride. Lower deck certainly was warmer with good heating system. There were toilets on the lower deck. One hour flew by and we had a great time! read more

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Loved this experience!! Food is basic which I was told before hand but I love boats so I knew this cruise was a fun idea todo while visiting! I would definitely recommend paying extra for the better seats so you have a nice view and nothing blocking your view while enjoying your drinks and food. Reason for 5 stars is waitress was so sweet views were amazing ride was super smooth and just a different experience and something nice todo for and hour and a half! I would pay for this experience again just todo it even though there are a million other places with better food sometimes I just want to relax and watch a beautiful view in a boat! read more

Bateaux Parisiens - Reserved the best seat on the dinner cruise! - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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I've taken the open air cruise on the Seine before. That's a good one during warmer months and even better with a glass of Champagne. This Lunch Cruise is definitely a few levels above. First, get here on time and early. They did leave on time at 12:45. Our Boarding was seamless as we paid extra (worth it) to board a 1/2 hour earlier-they have Servers waiting at the entrance that escort guests to their table. We had a window table which was perfect. Three course meal with a good variety of options. We started with a glass of Champagne-yes! I went with the Asparagus Soup for Starter. Not quite what I was expecting-more like Asparagus/Leeks surrounded by paste and it was chilled-it was ok. The Heirloom Tomatoes with Burrata was also ordered and that was a hit. We both went for the Gilthead Sea Bream Filet and it was tender and cooked perfectly. A bottle of Red and White wine were poured throughout the Courses. (Wine inclusive package is worth it) For dessert, it was Concerto Cake which was delicious-Chocolate Lover's delight. The Blueberry Pavlova-crisp crust and soft/light inside. A first tasting this one and it was delicious. Weather (mid April) was unseasonably cold and we got on/off rain and strong winds. So definitely nice that we could go in/out for the views and nice the Boat has glass all around-and you do get some of the best views from the Seine. Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame to name a few. Our server was friendly and attentive but somehow started to fade closer to the end of the Cruise. We had to ask for Coffee after watching other tables get served.-should have come with Dessert. They have a photographer that takes a few shots and we ended up buying one of them. Cruise took about 2 hours. A great way to kickoff our stay in Paris! read more

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Bateaux Parisiens Seine Dinner Cruise was a great experience! I know, a very touristy thing to do, but I absolutely loved it. I did it with a group of girlfriends during my birthday trip to Paris and it was such a nice romantic evening filled with wine, views, food, and music. Boarding was pretty simple but you had to make sure you were at the right boat. Once we were in, we were seated and every seat seemed to have a great view since the tour takes you around the Seine. We had a coursed out meal that we were able to choose from a pre-fixe menu and what seemed to be unlimited wine. It just kept coming and we weren't complaining! The singer for the night was absolutely phenomenal and really added to the ambiance of the evening. This night was probably one of my most favorite memories from the whole trip and I'll never forget eating and drinking as we passed the Eiffel tower view. read more

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Nous sommes célébrons notre anniversaire de mariage en Paris cette semaine. We began our celebration on the Bateaux Parisiens. This is one of the more expensive things we decided to do and all I have to say is it was WORTH IT!! We began with foie gras which was smooth and buttery melt in your mouth greatness. I had the beef filet and my husband had the veal which was better than the beef! It was so tender. For dessert my husband had the cheesecake and I had the chocolate popcorn thing which sounded odd but was an orgasm in the plate. There really is nothing like Parisian chocolate. I have literally never had anything like this in the U.S.!! Service could honestly have been better. We paid for the premier ticket and it seemed like we were served last and were left waiting a lot. The ambiance is perfect!! We took the last boat for the night tour to see Paris lit up from the Siene River. It was the perfect beginning to a perfect anniversary celebration. read more

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Booked the Seine River Cruise a week prior via GetYourGuide.com. They have free cancellation 24 hours prior to your sail date. The voucher recommends to arrive 15 minutes before the time you want since you can't book a specific time slot. We wanted to go after dark so we could see all the lights. Unfortunately, it doesn't get dark in Paris in August until after 9. So we arrived just before 9 to try to get in for the 9:30 in hopes of getting a good seat. The line looked so long that we were worried we wouldn't be able to get on until 10. They were still loading the 9 pm people at that time. Luckily, the boat is huge (capacity of 600) and we still had our pick of seats for 9:30. The cruise is an hour long and it cruises down the river and loops back around. The view isn't great from the boat because you don't get a full view of everything, just because of the angling. While I probably wouldn't pick this particular cruise again, it was still worth the one time experience, especially for the price. read more

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I would give this tour 4.5 stars but it's not fair to give it 4 stars. The tour is worth it for the lovely sights. Definitely try to get a window seat. The pictures are worth it. However, every seat has a view. The pictures they take aren't that costly either. The reason I would give it 4.5 stars is that the entrees are generally overcooked. The steak was ordered medium rare and was well done to a point that it was just too chewy and inedible. I ordered the salmon and it was dry but the sauce made up for it. They mistakenly gave me the duck and it was way too tough. Order the salmon if you can eat it. read more

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The lunch cruise with French Food was incredible and worth every euro spent. They kept the wine flowing throughout the cruise and the food was all incredible! The boat was very clean and windows spotless to enjoy the views. I would do this again the next time in Paris! read more

This is a must-do for tourists visiting Paris! It contains all the things you could want out of a trip: great food, polite staff, and of course, amazing views as you travel Paris on a cruise filled with joy and entertainment. I reserved a spot with my date, and it was lovely from start to finish. I got a tad nervous at first when we were seated beside another couple, with our proximity a little too close for my liking, but I forgave it as the trip began and I was quickly consumed by the pleasant ambiance of the cruise. Before we ordered our food, a photographer greeted us and took our photos. The copies were given to us by the end of the dinner, and we didn't NEED to buy any, but that's where they get you! After feasting on delicious food and drinks, you're so hyped up on excitement (and romance- in my case) that you think, "How could you NOT bring these pictures home?" So, be prepared to spend a little more money on some photographs, because they really do encapsulate the pure joy one could have when visiting this popular attraction. The photo quality is also incredible; it's honestly one of the best photos of myself that I've seen in my life! Once our pictures were done being taken, that was when we gave the waiter our order. Make sure that you know what option you want for every course, because they will be requesting for each one to refrain from walking back and forth so often. I couldn't get enough of their dishes. Every single one I tried was delectable. There was not one that fell short, but if I had to pick a stand out, I'd say the french duck foie gras really took me by surprise with how creamy and tantalizing it was for what appeared to just be a piece of bread and some cream. The thin-crusted snail tart was also yummy, and for that being my first taste of snail, it had me hooked fast! While you're cruising, there is constant music playing that could be overbearing at times, but it didn't ruin the positive vibes I felt. There was a man serenading the guests with English songs too; sometimes I'd catch him singing directly to guests that were seated in the center. Guess that made up for them not being able to sit near the window. My favorite part of the trip, aside from the food, was when we went by a replica of the Statue of Liberty and they played Frank Sinatra's, "New York, New York." It had me a little teary eyed, knowing all the effort I put into making this night happen finally followed through perfectly. I can be pretty emotional from small things, so I don't expect anyone else to be overcome by this, but it does go to show how Bateaux Parisians invested all their time in ensuring their guests had the most magical night in Paris. I'm typically a solo traveller, but this is not a place to go by yourself. If you want to attend this cruise, I highly suggest bringing a loved one with you because it would prove to be a much more meaningful adventure. I relive this trip over and over again, it's one of the biggest highlights of my year, and I hope with my experience you'll be motivated to one day see the beauty that I witnessed that night on Bateaux Parisians. read more

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What a wonderful experience! Traveling with four others it was a nice way to experience Paris from a different perspective while enjoying a fabulous gourmet lunch with nice wine and music. Every once in a while, they announced where we were and told us some history behind it. It was simply marvelous. read more

Spectacular service and great ambiance. To come to conclusion like this, you have to experience Bateaux in New York as well. Both dinner cruises of course different scenery, great dinner choices. Bateaux New York, space is more tight, smaller tables, rushed service, but scene is just fantastic. Bateaux Paris, big round tables, lots of space, pleasant and prompt service, of course live music and history all around you. I want to say special thanks to the Manager Mohammed, made our dinner spectacular! He also made sure went every single table taken care of. Also, explained all of the landmarks of the city. I will definitely come back. Thank you! read more

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We chose this river cruise (we went in late April ) to get a new introduction to Paris with a fresh perspective. We didn't want to try a bus tour because we had already seen many sites years ago. I'd like to say at the outset that we were most pleasantly surprised not so much by the tour, but by the exquisite multicourse meal that was served with great care. As the great sites of Paris were floating by, the déjeuner was the main attraction. There was no narration to point out the sites of Paris, but in retrospect that would've been an intrusion. Our server was very welcoming and eager to please. We were given a choice of wines, a cheese plate, and an intriguing choice of first and main courses. We will let our photos speak for themselves: every course was excellent and artfully presented. Unfortunately, we forgot to take pictures of the exquisite desserts! read more

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I had the experience of the Bateaux dinner cruise in New York, where I live. It costs a pretty penny, but it was worth it. As I was looking for something to do because my elevated tour at Eiffel Tower was cancelled, I remembered I bookmarked this place, and figured why not? I made the short walk over and got my tickets-- luckily for me, the boat was leaving shortly thereafter. It was a cold and rainy day so while the boat had many people on it seating was difficulty because some of the seats up top were wet. We had a live person who was doing narrating, which I appreciated because they spoke three languages (French, Spanish and English) many places I have visited while here did not offer the same courtesy. Many of the sites we saw I already seen over my five 5 days in Paris, but it was cool to see from the Seine River. I would recommend this but make sure the weather is cooperative and it's a little warmer! read more

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The boat tour was a peaceful way to both rest after a long day of walking as well as see a different angle on many of the sights around the city. We went on a cold, offseason day and the boat was not full which really increased our enjoyment. I've seen these boats absolutely jam packed full of people during busier times which I think would hamper the experience a lot - for me at least, some people don't mind obviously. read more

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I would highly recommend this experience! The food service did feel a touch rushed, but I'm sure it was in part because the boat ride and views were so nice. We purchased the front of boat seats to guarantee a uninhibited view. Our glassed stayed full with the unlimited wine included with our tickets. read more

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This is a river cruise for tourists, and I don't think there is much more than a staff pointing out sights along the river. But taking a river cruise in Paris once again after 20 years, I was still amazed by the scenery even though it was showering almost all the way. A tip would be to bring an umbrella just in case it rains. read more

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I went on the Bateaux Parisians for lunchtime, and it was fabulous! The boat is absolutely gorgeous! The boat is all-around glass so even though it was cloudy, there was still great light for pictures. On the boat, you get a 3-course meal served with 3 different types of wine. For an entree, I had the chicken pate which was a 6/10 for me. As for the main, I had salmon with black rice which was very good. I rate it an 8/10. For dessert, I had the vanilla iced dessert which was also good. I give it an 8/10 as well. The service was very good, but the views are amazing from the boat! You see all the touristy areas of Paris. I think it's a great experience for tourists to see the famous monuments and museums on a boat. read more

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This is known as the best dinner cruise in Paris. The views, and ambiance were beautiful. We paid extra for a window table. However i don't feel the price tag justifies the hefty price tag. It was about 716 euros for 4 adults. I am all for paying for an experience, however the menu should include more options. The service was amazing. They gave us so much wine, i wish i could have taken it home. The cruise should also be a be longer since it was over very quickly. You see the Eiffel tower right when you edit. It is a very busy area. read more

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The service and food were incredible! It was an incredible experience if you're looking for a more civilized boat tour!

This boat ride offers some amazing views of Paris. If the water levels are high and cold during the winter months, they will close down the upper deck. In which case your views will be obstructed by the window panes, especially at night. Luckily you can head outside on the rails and catch the views there. read more

Well I thought it might be a tourist trap however, we meant so our tourists and had a great time. The wine kept coming and coming . The food was actually not to bad. It was really pretty seeing the sight's from a boat. Paris is a beautiful city at night. We both were glad we did this on our 50th Anniversary tour. read more

Having booked a dinner and cruise excursion we were told to meet for dinner first then the river cruise would follow. The instructions on where to meet were not quite exact and we had to ask several people where to meet before someone gave us the correct answer...the restaurant we were to meet at is on the boat not on the docks. When we went to check in, the host was a little lost and took a while before he was able to confirm our reservation even though we showed him the pre-paid tickets we had purchased. Our waiter was friendly enough but had to work a large room by himself so the time to order and receive our food was unnecessarily long. We the reservation you get to choose from a 3 course meal. I ordered the chilled courgetti soup, dorado fish and depeche mode for me 3 courses. The soup was ok but lacked any real flavor. The dorado was cooked well but was under seasoned as was the couscous side. Some lemon and salt would have have elevated the dish. The desert was good. Overall, at $70 per person, I might suggest having dinner elsewhere and booking the River cruise separately but if you want the whole experience then go for it. read more

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My husband planned this part of our Paris adventure and he choose well! I was expecting more of a tour, with someone saying "and if you look out the left side, you'll see Notre Dame" and while that wasn't the case, they provided a map of sights so you could follow along with the tour while enjoying marvelous food. I've not eaten food much like that before and it was so fun to share back and forth with my husband. The bread kept coming and was just delightful. We had a wonderful time! It was a great first day to start our adventure in Paris. read more

Bateaux Parisiens - At the dock before launch and lunch - French Near Me - Paris, 75

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The one star is for the wine. The food was terrible and gave my husband and I (who are on our honeymoon no less) FOOD POISONING. Took us out for an entire day. I literally took a bite of the food and gagged at the table. Further, the seating was packed. We were essentially on top of the table next to us. There was plenty of room in the boat so I am unsure why they sat us that way. I really wanted to enjoy this experience but unfortunately we left with a bad taste in our mouths. read more

Went on this dinner evening cruise to celebrate a special friend's special birthday. Paid extra to sit in the front of the boat and next to a window, and it was worth it! Views were remarkable. Music and the singer were both great. It is indeed a touristy thing to do, but fun nonetheless. Food was wonderful (limited selections as you might imagine and not out of this world, but a low orbit), and dinner came with 2 very good bottles of wine - one red and one white. If you want more, then that is extra. The traffic in Paris was/is horrendous that time of the day, and we had to abandon our Uber on the other side of the Seine and run to get to the boat on time. They do leave the dock promptly so allow yourself extra time. The welcome champagne was just what we needed to get started. read more

We just went on the Seine River sightseeing cruise (no food), which was included in the Big Bus package for Paris. The river cruise was my favorite way to see Paris. Great opportunities for pictures (with Eiffel Tower in background, for example) with needing to walk so much. Being able to move between the warmer indoor lower level, the fresh-air upper level, and the outdoor sides of the lower level (for pictures) was great. There was an individual audio guide (hooked to your seat) or you can use mobile phone, which was interesting to listen to. Wife planned it very well so that right after our Eiffell Tower tour in the early afternoon, we walked to the river terminal across the street and got on the boat. read more

Booked a tour for the Louvre and the Seine River cruise and was informed to look for Bateaux. The cruise was for about an hour! We were able to download audio that gave details/ facts about some sights that we passed. We sat out in the open on the top deck. Was able to get some cute pictures with the Eiffel Tower in the background. read more