--- title: Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/bateaux-parisiens-seine-river-gourmet-lunch-sightseeing-cruise/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 84 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 2899 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [de, ru, pt, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Best overall rank_in_category: 19 of 19 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/bateaux-parisiens-seine-river-gourmet-lunch-sightseeing-cruise/ --- # Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Gourmet Lunch & Sightseeing Cruise **Guidekin's take:** The classic Seine gourmet lunch: two hours of sightseeing from the water with a proper French menu, run by Bateaux Parisiens and rated by 2899 travelers. The definitive first cruise. **Best overall:** The classic two-hour gourmet lunch on the water: 4.65 from 2899 reviews at €84 per person, the definitive first Seine cruise. Trade-off: A big boat, not an intimate one. (last checked September 4, 2026) ## Overview Treat yourself to an elegant lunch in Paris with this 2-hour afternoon sightseeing cruise down the Seine River aboard a modern and luxury glass-canopy boat. Relax over a 3-course meal (in Service Etoile) or a 4-course meal (in Service Privilege and in Service Premier) while enjoying fantastic views of Paris' most iconic attractions including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Louvre Museum and the Musée d'Orsay. The refined French dishes are cooked on board by the Chef and his team. Choose your dishes from an à-la-carte menu at the beginning of the cruise. A vegetarian option is also available on the spot.You will be seated at a private table where you will enjoy spectacular views as the air-conditioned boat is completely glassed over. In Service Privilege, a window table is guaranteed. ## Key facts - Price: from €84 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 2899 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Seino Vision (Bateaux Parisiens) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 12.45 pm Service Etoile | €84 / person | Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Duration: 2 hours: check in at 12.15 pm departure at 12.45 pm return to quayside at 2.45 pm 3-course menu and beverages: white wine kir starter, main dish and dessert a bottle of wine for four people mineral water... | | 12.45 pm Service Decouverte | €94 / person | Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Duration: 2 hours: check in at 12.15 pm departure at 12.45 pm return to quayside at 2.45 pm 3-course menu and beverages: glass of kir blanc de blanc starter, main dish and dessert a bottle of wine for four people... | | 12.45 pm Privilege Service | €102 / person | Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Duration: 2 hours: check in at 12.15 pm departure at 12.45 pm return to quayside at 2.45 pm 4-course menu and beverages: Blanc de blancs sparkling kir starter, main dish, cheese and dessert a bottle of wine for four... | | 12.45 pm Service Premier | €129 / person | Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Service Premier VIP service Duration: 2 hours: check in at 12.15 pm departure at 12.45 pm return to quayside at 2.45 pm 4-cours menu and beverages: glass of champagne starter, main dish, cheese and dessert a bottle... | | 12.45pm Window Service Premier | €145 / person | Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, German | Service Premier VIP Service Duration: 2 hours: check in at 12.15 pm departure at 12.45 pm return to quayside at 2.45 pm 4-course menu and beverages: glass o Champagne starter, main dish, cheese and dessert a bottle... | ## What's included - A sightseeing cruise departing from Eiffel Tower, passing by the most spectacular monuments of Paris - Aperitif (Glass of white wine kir in Service Etoile, sparkling kir in Service Privilege or Champagne in Service Premier), wine (a bottle for 4 people) - 3-course menu in Service Etoile or 4-course menu in Service Privilege and in Service Premier - Bottled water - Air-conditioned vehicle - Seating at a private table - Coffee and/or Tea ## 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 ## Itinerary 1. **Eiffel Tower** (pass by, no stop) - The Bateaux Parisiens port is situated at feet of the Eiffel Tower, a good occasion to take a nice picture before or after the cruise. You will also admire views of the Eiffel Tower several times during your lunch cruise. 2. **The Seine** (2h; admission included) - Once you have admired the nice views of the Eiffel Tower from the Bateaux Parisiens boarding site, step aboard a modern and luxury glass canopy boat for your 2-hour lunch cruise. Make your way to your private table and enjoy your aperitif. Choose your dishes from the... 3. **Le Dome des Invalides** (pass by, no stop) - As you approach the Pont Alexandre III, you will see the Dome des Invalides on the right side. This monument houses the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte. 4. **Pont Alexandre III** (pass by, no stop) - This particularly beautiful bridge was a gift to France from Tsar Alexander III. It's a wonderful experience to pass underneath this structure aboard the fully glass-enclosed boat. 5. **Assemblee Nationale** (pass by, no stop) - Admire this beautiful landmark during your dinner cruise! It is an incredible experience to pass under this bridge aboard the glass canopy boat. 6. **Musee d'Orsay** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the architecture of the Musée d'Orsay, which used to be a railway station in the past. 7. **Saint Germain des Pres Quarter** (pass by, no stop) - You will enjoy nice views to this famous quarter while you cruise on the Seine. 8. **Pont Neuf** (pass by, no stop) - Lift your head and admire the sculptures when you pass by Pont Neuf, which is actually the oldest bridge of Paris. 9. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** (pass by, no stop) - From the river, you will have a wonderful perspective to the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. 10. **Latin Quarter** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy the specific atmosphere of this area when you pass by. 11. **Bibliotheque nationale de France - site Francois Mitterrand** (pass by, no stop) - You will see the interesting architechture which represents 4 open books. At this point, the boat will turn and cruise back to the city center. 12. **Le Marais** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy nice views from the river to this historical quarter of Paris. 13. **Hotel de Ville** (pass by, no stop) - During your lunch cruise, you will also see the Hôtel de Ville de Paris, a very impressive building where the major of Paris has her office. 14. **Ile Saint-Louis** (pass by, no stop) - The Ile Saint Louis is the heart of the historical Paris. You will have interesting views to its typical architecture from the water. 15. **Pont Marie** (pass by, no stop) - The Pont Marie is a very special bridge. If you pass under this bridge, close your eyes and make a wish. It is told that your wish will come true before next year. 16. **Conciergerie** (pass by, no stop) - The Conciergerie is a very remarkable landmark. It is the place where the King Louis XVI and the Queen Marie-Antoinette where imprisoned before they were executed. 17. **Louvre Museum** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the 700 m long facade of the biggest museum of the world. The Louvre used to be the residence of French kings. 18. **Place de la Concorde** (pass by, no stop) - From the boat, you will see the Egyptian obelisk. The Place de la Concorde used to play a big role during the time of the French revolution, as the guillotine was placed there. 19. **Pont de la Concorde** (pass by, no stop) - The bridge between the Place de la Concorde and the Assemblée Nationale was build from the stones of the Bastille prison which was destroyed after the French revolution. 20. **Grand Palais** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the amazing architecture with its glass coupole! This building hosts exceptional exhibitions and events. During the Olympic games in 2024, it hosted a part of the competitions. 21. **Statue de la Liberte** (pass by, no stop) - Admire the little sister of the New York's Statue of Liberty with the Eiffel Tower in its background! A very special photo spot, just before you return to the Bateaux Parisiens quayside! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 12:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point 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. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Dress code is smart casual - Vegetarian menu available on spot - Please select Privilege Service or Window Service Premier options for a table by a window - Please select either the Etoile Service - Decouverte Service or Privilege Service in order to benefit of a preferential rate for the children ## How it compares in Food Tours Ranked **#19 of 19** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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