Château de Vincennes Tickets + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise from the Eiffel Tower





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Audio guide
Meals included
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Pair Château de Vincennes with a Seine cruise from the Eiffel Tower area, combining a medieval fortress visit with classic river views in one day.
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Explore Château de Vincennes at your own pace with entry to the fortress and an included audio guide for added historical context.
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Take a flexible 1-hour Seine River cruise from the Eiffel Tower area, with an audio guide in 14 languages and a macaron or meringue tasting.
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Visit both experiences on the same day in the order that suits you, with flexible cruise timing making it easier to plan around your château visit.
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Choose the breakfast option onboard your cruise to add a morning meal while sightseeing along the Seine.
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Château de Vincennes
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Entry to Château de Vincennes
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Audio guide included
Seine River sightseeing cruise
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1-hour Seine River cruise
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Audio guide in 14 languages
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Choice of departure time
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Flexible cruise ticket
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Tasting of 2 macarons or 9 meringues
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Breakfast onboard
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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8.7K2.8K1202139Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Germany and over 86 countries have loved this experienceWhat our guests say
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CoupleVerified bookingJul 20264/5The Seine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise was one of the highlights of my trip to Paris. Seeing the city’s famous landmarks from the water was a unique and relaxing experience. The views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the beautiful bridges were stunning, especially as the boat cruised along the Seine. The ride was comfortable, well-organized, and the commentary was informative without being overwhelming. I highly recommend this cruise to anyone visiting Paris—it’s a wonderful way to experience the beauty and charm of the city.AAna P
FamilyVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5Very nice everything 🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰 the walk was very beautiful, the guide spoke very nicely…..I would come again for a walk 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉AAstrinos P
FamilyVerified booking5 days ago5/5We did this cruise as a family and loved every minute! Amazing views of the Eiffel Tower from the water and really nice atmosphere. Kids enjoyed it a lot too!SSantiago M
GroupVerified bookingLast week4/5Everything went very smoothly with the reservation; the cruise on the Seine is a truly worthwhile experience—highly recommended.JJason M
SoloVerified bookingLast week5/5Pretty good. It was roughly an hour. I would say definetily arrive at 8:00 PM to try to get a boat viewing that will display the first lighting of the tower and then at the end show the first lighting at 9;00 pm
Explore Château de Vincennes and enjoy a 1-hour Seine River cruise from the Eiffel Tower, both with audio guides and flexible access.
Getting started
Use your combo tickets to visit both Château de Vincennes and the Seine River 1-hour sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower on the same day if you wish. At each venue, scan your mobile voucher at the entrance or boarding point and follow on-site signs to begin. Your flexible cruise ticket and choice of departure time let you fit the boat ride easily around your château visit.
What to expect
Château de Vincennes
A fortified royal residence turned military stronghold, Château de Vincennes combines a towering medieval keep with austere halls that once housed kings, prisoners, and Napoleon’s arsenal.
Features
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Climb the 52-meter medieval keep, one of the highest in Europe, and look out toward Parisian cityscapes including the Eiffel Tower, the spires of Notre Dame Cathedral, and the curves of the Seine River.
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Walk through the rooms where King Henry V died and learn about the château’s role in the Hundred Years' War and the notable prisoners once held in the medieval keep.
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Explore grand halls that shifted from royal soirees to barracks and weapons storage under Napoleon, highlighting the site’s transformation from residence of Louis IX to a defensive arsenal.
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Make use of the audio guide to move at your own pace while hearing stories of battles, royal life, and how the 52-meter keep was originally planned to be almost triple its height.
Seine River 1-hour sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower
Starting near the base of the Eiffel Tower at Port de la Bourdonnais, the Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise gives you a different angle on central Paris as you glide past riverside monuments and historic bridges.
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Enjoy a 1-hour Seine River cruise along a route that passes icons such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Hôtel de Ville, the Assemblée Nationale, Institut de France, Panthéon, Cité de la Mode et du Design, the Conciergerie, Pont Neuf, Pont Alexandre III, and the Grand Palais.
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Listen to a multilingual audio guide in 14 languages that explains the history, architecture, and stories behind the monuments you pass, available via your smartphone and supported by onboard Wi-Fi.
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Benefit from a flexible ticket and choice of departure time, with cruises departing regularly so you can board when it best fits your schedule.
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Treat yourself to a tasting of 2 macarons or 9 meringues while you sail, or enjoy breakfast onboard if that option is selected, adding a sweet or savory moment to your river experience.
Wrapping up
Both experiences finish at their respective venues, leaving you free to continue exploring Paris on your own. Large bags are not allowed at Château de Vincennes or on the Seine River 1-hour sightseeing cruise from the Eiffel Tower, so plan to bring only small personal items.
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What to bring
Château de Vincennes
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Wear comfortable shoes, as parts of the monument have gravel, paving stones, and uneven surfaces.
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Carry a valid identity document for the duration of your visit.
Seine River cruise
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Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed onboard.
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Bring headphones if you’d like a more immersive audio experience.
What’s not allowed
Château de Vincennes
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Pets are not allowed, except guide dogs.
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Backpacks and handbags larger than 40 × 20 × 50 cm are not permitted.
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Baggage lockers are not available at the monument.
Seine River cruise
- Larger bags are not permitted, as storage facilities are not available.
Accessibility
Château de Vincennes
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The monument is wheelchair accessible only in certain ground-floor areas.
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This experience is not suitable for strollers.
Seine River cruise
- Toilets are available onboard the boats, but there are no accessible sanitary facilities on the pontoons.
Additional information
Château de Vincennes
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Entry is free for guests with disabilities and their companions with valid proof.
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Entry is free for guests under 18 and eligible EU visitors up to 26 years old.
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Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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The monument is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
Seine River cruise
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Cruise tickets are valid for one month from the selected travel date.
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Paid parking is available subject to availability.
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Check the cruise route and departure schedule before your visit.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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