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Petit Palais & Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Combo

Name: Petit Palais & Seine River Sightseeing Cruise Combo
Start: 2026-08-18T11:45:00
End: 2026-08-18T18:00:00
Location: Petit Palais

4.7/5(11,863)

Ana P

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Very nice everything 🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰 the walk was very beautiful, the guide spoke very nicely…..I would come again for a walk 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Algersa G

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The Seine River cruise was one of the highlights of my trip to Paris. It offered a unique perspective of the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, and several beautiful historic bridges. Seeing these famous sights from the water made the experience feel peaceful and unforgettable. The boat was comfortable, clean, and well-organized, with plenty of seating and large windows that provided excellent views throughout the journey. The staff were friendly and welcoming, making boarding and the overall experience smooth and enjoyable. The audio commentary was informative without being overwhelming, sharing interesting facts about Paris's history and architecture. As the cruise continued, especially during sunset and into the evening, the atmosphere became even more magical. The city lights reflected on the Seine, creating a romantic and relaxing setting that was perfect for taking photos or simply enjoying the moment. I would highly recommend a Seine River cruise to anyone visiting Paris, whether it's your first trip or a return visit. It's a wonderful way to experience the city's beauty, learn about its rich history, and enjoy a memorable and relaxing journey along one of the world's most famous rivers.

Explore Petit Palais off the Champs Elysees then cruise the Seine from the Eiffel Tower area, close enough to enjoy both in one easy Paris day.

Use direct-entry access at Petit Palais to bypass ticket queues and explore both the permanent collections and current temporary exhibition.

Enjoy a 1-hour Seine sightseeing cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, with hourly departures, an audio guide in 14 languages, and onboard Wi-Fi.

Plan a same-day Paris outing, visiting Petit Palais and the Seine cruise in any order, using museum opening hours and regular boat departures.

Petit Palais:

Entry to Petit Palais

Entry to permanent exhibitions

Entry to temporary exhibition

Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Sightseeing Cruise:

1-hour Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise

Choice of departure time, hourly departures

Audio guide in 14 languages

Onboard Wi-Fi access

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Mehrivan A
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The 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.
Ana P
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Very nice everything 🥳🥳🥳🥰🥰 the walk was very beautiful, the guide spoke very nicely…..I would come again for a walk 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Astrinos P
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
We 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!
Santiago M
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Everything went very smoothly with the reservation; the cruise on the Seine is a truly worthwhile experience—highly recommended.
Jason M
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Pretty 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 Petit Palais and then see Paris from the water with a 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise, all in one flexible combo.

Getting started

Use your mobile vouchers on the same day to visit Petit Palais and join the Bateaux Parisiens Seine River sightseeing cruise. Scan your ticket at the museum entrance to access the permanent and temporary exhibitions. Separately, present your cruise ticket at Port de la Bourdonnais at your chosen departure time, with hourly sailings that you can fit around your museum visit.

What to expect

Petit Palais

Home to the City of Paris Museum of Fine Arts, Petit Palais is set in a Beaux-Arts pavilion created for the 1900 exposition. Your ticket covers the main museum spaces, the permanent collections, and the current temporary exhibition in a single visit.

Features

Move at your own pace between sculpture halls, paintings, and decorative arts from different periods in the permanent exhibitions.

Use your ticket for entry to Petit Palais, including access to both the permanent galleries and the temporary exhibition on display.

Spend more time with the works that interest you and shape your own route through the museum, from historic pieces to more modern creations.

Bateaux Parisiens Seine River sightseeing cruise

Starting from Port de la Bourdonnais at the base of the Eiffel Tower, this 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise offers a round-trip route through central Paris. The flexible ticket and hourly departures make it easy to combine with your museum time.

Features

Glide past major riverside landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Hôtel de Ville, the Institut de France, the Panthéon, Cité de la Mode et du Design, the Conciergerie, Pont Neuf, Pont Alexandre III, and the Grand Palais.

Listen to an audio guide available in 14 languages as you sail, using your smartphone connected to onboard Wi-Fi.

Take advantage of flexible departures, with cruises leaving every hour so you can choose a time that fits your schedule.

What to bring

Petit Palais

Service animals accompanying guests with disabilities are permitted in the museum.

Photography is allowed inside the museum.

Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside.

What's not allowed

Petit Palais

Bags exceeding 40cm in size are not allowed inside the museum.

Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.

Accessibility

Petit Palais

The venue is wheelchair-friendly except for the lobby on level 1.

Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.

Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.

Additional information

Petit Palais

The museum is closed on 1 January, 25 December, and 1 May.

Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Paid parking is subject to availability.

For a more immersive experience, feel free to bring your headphones.

The river cruise tickets are valid for a month from the travel date.

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.