Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise
Overview
Explore Paris at your own pace with a flexible hop-on hop-off cruise along the Seine. Choose a 1-day (24H) or 2-day (48H) pass to visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Your pass starts when you board and lets you hop on and off as often as you like at 9 stops along the river.
Enjoy breathtaking views from a comfortable, eco-friendly boat while avoiding traffic and crowded streets. This scenic and relaxing cruise offers unmatched flexibility and is ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers of all ages.
A free mobile webapp enhances your journey with real-time boat schedules, multilingual audio commentaries (French, English, Spanish, German, and Italian), local tips, and an interactive map of nearby attractions. Simply scan the QR code on board or at the stops to access the app and make the most of your Paris adventure.
What's Included
- Unlimited Hop-on/hop-off Seine river cruise for 24 or 48 consecutive hours
- Interactive map and nearby activity suggestions on the webapp
- Deckhand staff on board
- Multilingual audio commentary (French, English, Spanish, German, Italian) via the webapp
- Open back terrace at the back of the boat
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
9 Stops | 9 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours
Operating Schedule: From June 4 to September 19 2026, service operates from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM from Sunday to Wednesday, and from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM from Thursday to Saturday. From September 20 to September 30 2026, the boats operate daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The first departure of the day is at 10:00 AM from the Eiffel Tower stop. The last departures vary depending on the day and season, between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Boats circulate regularly throughout the day, with an average wait time of 25 to 30 minutes between stops. You are free to board at any of the nine stops, without a fixed departure time. The journey can begin from any stop,. On July 14 (French National Day) , the last departure is at 5:00 PM
Port de la Bourdonnais
Port des Invalides
Quai de Montebello
Quai Malaquais
Quai de Montebello
Quai Saint-Bernard
Quai de l'Hôtel de ville
Quai du Louvre
Port des Champs-Élysées
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Real-time departure times are available on the Batobus website (link provided on the voucher)..
- Please note that a systematic bag control has been introduced and jackets and coats must be opened at the entrance.
- Passengers with bulky luggages, more than 16 liters in size (small backpacks, handbags and computer cases not included) won't be allowed in the boat.
- Bicycle storage & vending machine (drinks and snacks) available on board.
- On July 14 (French National Day) , the last departure is at 5:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise?
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Activity code: C-6025BATOBUS
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Unlimited Hop-on/hop-off Seine river cruise for 24 or 48 consecutive hours.
- Interactive map and nearby activity suggestions on the webapp.
- Deckhand staff on board.
- Multilingual audio commentary (French, English, Spanish, German, Italian) via the webapp.
- Open back terrace at the back of the boat.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris Seine River Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Unlimited Hop-on/hop-off Seine river cruise for 24 or 48 consecutive hours
- Interactive map and nearby activity suggestions on the webapp
- Deckhand staff on board
- Multilingual audio commentary (French, English, Spanish, German, Italian) via the webapp
- Open back terrace at the back of the boat
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Real-time departure times are available on the Batobus website (link provided on the voucher)..
- Please note that a systematic bag control has been introduced and jackets and coats must be opened at the entrance.
- Passengers with bulky luggages, more than 16 liters in size (small backpacks, handbags and computer cases not included) won't be allowed in the boat.
- Bicycle storage & vending machine (drinks and snacks) available on board.
- On July 14 (French National Day) , the last departure is at 5:00 PM
