Seine River Cruise: Elegant Paris Lunch Experience

Indulge in an elegant lunch cruise along the Seine River in Paris. Enjoy a delicious French meal, music, and breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Eiffel Tower - The Bateaux Parisiens port is located at the base of the Eiffel Tower, offering a perfect opportunity to capture a beautiful photo before or after your cruise. You will also enjoy multiple views of the Eiffel Tower during your lunch cruise.
  • Seine River - After taking in the stunning views of the Eiffel Tower from the Bateaux…
What's Included
  • Sightseeing cruise from Eiffel Tower
  • Passes by spectacular Paris monuments
  • Alcoholic beverages included
  • Lunch included
  • Bottled water provided
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Private table seating
  • Tea and coffee included
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Souvenir photo taken by the photographer on board
  • Extra food and beverages which are not included in the package
Additional Information

Indulge in a sophisticated lunch in Paris with a 2-hour afternoon sightseeing cruise along the Seine River on a luxurious, modern glass-canopy boat. Savor a 3-course meal (Service Etoile) or a 4-course meal (Service Privilege and Service Premier) while taking in stunning views of Paris’ most famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame…

Location
Bateaux Parisiens
Port de la Bourdonnais
Bateaux Parisiens is situated just next to the Eiffel Tower. Go to pontoon no. 5 or 7 for check-in and boarding. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time, as the boat will depart on time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rebecca_s
Jan 14, 2026
Wonderful experience!!... - Wonderful experience!! Every employee there was so kind - the food was next level and I didn’t feel rushed in the slightest. An amazing afternoon.
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Darylt234
Jan 13, 2026
Sights, sounds and tastes Paris - Bateaux Parisiens is a river cruise company that offers Seine cruises taking in the sights whilst being served food and drink. Located a short walk from the Eiffle Tower, you board at one of two locations (boarding location number on your ticket) where you then present your paper ticket at check in to receive another ticket which details the number of people and the type of service you have selected. Once you have your boarding ticket, you can then choose to weight in a holding area where there are seats and a toilet or leave and return just before boarding. You need to be checked in and present at least 45 minutes before setting sail so be mindful to give yourself plenty of time to get there. The boat consists of a covered dining area thay is split into sections and depending upon the type of ticket you have will depend on whether you sit centrally inside the boat or by the window which is what we opted for. The different types of ticket also determine what food and drink you get, whether or not it is three or four courses (the extra course is a cheese one). We opted for a four course meal and I was incredibly impressed. Once seated, your server will come and ask you for your menu choices to be served as the boat sets sail. I went for the chicken pate to start with a beef main and a noisette for dessert. My partner had foi gras, the beef and a fruit dessert. We were served a glass of Kir as the boat set sail and the first course was served about ten minutes after sailing with the main being served about halfway through the two hour journey. The cheese course and dessert are served as the boat is on its return leg followed up by coffee. White wine is served with the first course and red with the main. Our server was amazing and went from table to table speaking different languages and providing facts about the sites as we passed them. I tipped him on exiting because he really did look after us all. The cruise takes you along the Seine passed some of the iconic sites of Paris as music gently plays and you enjoy your food. There is an onboard photographer who comes to take your photos for you to review and buy if you choose. We bought one for 20 Euros. I had never done a river cruise before so I was not sure what to expect but for around £70 per person I definitely thought it was worth it. The food was outstanding, the service excellent and the views were iconic. It is a great way of having a nice meal, in the dry whilst also being able to see the sights of Paris. My husband and I absolutely loved this and was so glad we did it as part of our trip.
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Faraway580292
Jan 13, 2026
A very pleasant experience - Very nice experience. Meals and quality service. View the docks from a different perspective.
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Melissa_b
Jan 12, 2026
Amazing experience! I... - Amazing experience! I celebrated my bday and the staff made me feel so special the entire duration.. the food was also delicious
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Francoise_s
Jan 12, 2026
I'm glad to have... - I'm so glad I turned 80 on this boat. friendly staff and charming breakfast at the top everything was perfect I highly recommend
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Jamie_p
Jan 10, 2026
The Best Gourmet River Cruise! - Superb river cruise! Excellent service, very attentive waitress, first class food and wonderful ambience.
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Internationalmike
Jan 10, 2026
Excellent way to see Paris over a good lunch - Exceeded my expectations, good, service and wine. Highly recommended. Only the photo sales spoilt the experience a bit.
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Rosanaz255
Jan 6, 2026
Lunch on the River Sena - Sensational - Super recommend - My experience at the Gourmet Cruise of the River Sena, was simply sensational, it was a lunch, I had already made the same experience as dinner, but the lunch is much better, the view is indescribable, it was very cold, the boat warmed up, attentive guests, the lunch was perfect, super recommend.
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Ronaldchristian_b
Jan 3, 2026
All very good - Everything went very well, Viator great, everything works very well, even allows exchanges and cancellations. The food was very good and the drinks the same way. I highly recommend,
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Linda_a
Jan 3, 2026
Highly recommend gourmet lunch and tour - The experience exceeded all our expectations! The food was incredible and the staff were friendly, attentive and added to the tour by telling us more about the sites. So glad we ended our trip with this amazing experience.
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From $96
up to 11 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).