Seine River
Seine River
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Hop on a river cruise or stroll alongside this famous waterway—it flows through the heart of Paris and separates the city's left and right banks.
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  • Wanderer38N90W
    Saint Louis, Missouri104 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    River Cruise
    Did a group river cruise in the evening. Got a great view and wonderful photo opportunities during trip. Lots of notable buildings along the river. We were fortunate to see the Eiffle Tower 'sporkle' while on the cruise. A definite highlight of the trip.
    Visited March 2023
    Written March 26, 2023
  • Eyekaytoo
    Leverkusen, Germany3,045 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You can't miss it - and there's always something to watch on the river.
    I have been coming to Paris off and on for a long while now, most notably since I lived in the Vallee de Chevreuse back in the 90's. My most recent visit was mid week just after Easter. We walked along the banks from the Notre Dame cathedral, over the Pont des Arts bridge up over to La Louvre and then, later that day close by the Eiffel Tower. It was quite busy, with many tourist pleasure cruises, working barges and quite a few boats moored to the bank to provide building materials for the construction work going on. On the banks of the river you have the inevitable joggers, cyclists, fitness freaks, little old ladies walking their tiny dogs and hordes of tourists pouring over their maps. I particularly like the view over to the Square de Vert Galant on the Ile de la Cite - the oldest part of Paris. At that point there seemed to be one sole, weeping willow gracefully guarding the small, triangular park pointing downstream located at the western tip of the Ile de la Cité. Lovely. And all for free!!
    Visited April 2023
    Written April 15, 2023
  • Mary M
    Fall River, Canada27 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful view of Paris but be careful who you buy your tickets from!
    We loved the view of Paris from the Seine. The only recommendation I can make is to be careful who your underlying provider is. We used “Get Your Guide”, who we have used before with no problem. But their underlying service provider was a company called “Qualicum”. We found ourselves at the boat dock (along with a couple of young ladies with the same tickets) with no scannable bar code for our cruise. If it wasn’t my for the determined efforts of one of the staff at the gate, we would not have been able to board. She called them for us and received the proper code (which should have been emailed to us by Qualicum). Also note that we had communicated with Get Your Guide prior to arrival and they tried to help but could not reach Qualicum by phone.
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 17, 2023
  • Jane L
    Ottawa, Canada33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Evening stroll
    We are seniors and can only sightsee about 6 hours. So one of our days in Paris, we slept in, and did things around our rental apt till 3:30 pm. Then we took the subway to the Latin Quarter, walked around, walked to Ile de la Cite, le Marais, dinner, then walked along the Seine both sides, over some bridges as the sun went down. I wanted to see the Eiffel tower lit up. So nice in the evening, fewer families, more young people, no wind that day. Just a more mellow time, and it was Sunday of a holiday weekend (May 1). Got the best night photos!
    Visited April 2023
    Written May 2, 2023
  • Angelo Z
    Evant, Texas300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dinner on the Seine
    We not only walked along the Seine but took an evening dinner cruise. The dinner cruise that allowed us to see the Eiffel Tower at night was magical. Dinner was good, service was great and there was music provided by violin and piano .
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 3, 2023
  • Zfy Ed
    Singapore, Singapore8,646 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely view and got so much interesting things to see!
    The Seine River cuts through the "heart" of Paris, it is the epicenter of the vibrant city. Visitors to Paris will surely not miss this! The gentle waterway is an integral part of the city and its fascinating history. Lined up with many traditional booksellers and bordered by the beautiful boulevards, historic cafés, shops, open air markets and the charming neighbourhoods, the river is one of the most popular attractions in its own right. Visitors can walk leisurely along the banks of the Seine or take a cruise tour down its waters to get acquainted with the city of light. You will come across many beautiful and historic bridges, along with the iconic French buildings and monuments that include the Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The scenery is awesome and wonderful!
    Visited June 2023
    Written July 10, 2023
  • CAROLYN H
    Orlando, Florida26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice Contained River
    My hubby and I walked down the side of the Seine River from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre Museum. It is like a big canal because it is contained within cement banks. I think that because it is so historic and runs through the middle of the "City of Love" the idea of the Seine is more that the reality of the river itself.
    Visited July 2023
    Written July 13, 2023
  • MrPKI
    Bellevue, Washington1,012 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The culture of Paris but it is very polluted
    It is one of the best ways to see the city of Paris. Especially if you rent a bike and ride along the bike lines. It is very safe and fast way to see all the famous sites. But do not touch the water, it is very dirty!
    Visited July 2023
    Written July 17, 2023
  • travellinggypsy04
    Makati, Philippines62 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Seine arover Cruise at Night
    It was my 2nd time doing the Seine River Cruise, I highly recommend doing it between 5-7pm so you’ll see the beauty of the Eiffel Tower with it’s twinkling lights at night. Went there last December when it was shivering cold but the boat cruise has blankets to warm us up. If you come by a little later than 7pm, it’s already hard to see the nice structures surrounding the river. Also, purchase the tickets several days before and come by the station a little early.
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled with family
    Written July 19, 2023
  • RYOKO
    California12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must
    Very easy to organize. Several different companies. Better to do it at the begining of the stay to identify places you want to go. Best way to admire what is simply the most beautiful city of the world. You have to be on the upper/open deck. No point going inside. If you have time, take the longer tour.
    Visited August 2022
    Written July 25, 2023
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NNWSLARRY
Newport News, VA626 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
We did the night time river cruise and I was not impressed, most of the sights were dark and hard to see. I complained that the audio guide should be also been done in English and I was informed he was speaking English? Very hard to understand. We did take the boat ride in the day time that stopped at various sites along the river and I found this a much better cruise, more to see and the availability of always catching another boat to the next stop.
Written March 7, 2024
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Lenny H
Auckland, New Zealand795 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
Definitely a must do, whether you walk a large or small length of the river. Lots and lots to see (and do if you’d like a break from the walking).
Written February 15, 2024
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Mark M
San Diego, CA2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024
seine cruise was a must do in paris, after we explored eiffel tower we enjoyed 1 hour cruise and it was fun ! thank you so mcuh
Written January 24, 2024
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA16,858 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
The city was founded on this river because it provides important transportation through the region. And the city grew up along it, starting with one of the islands in the center, and then branching out. Now there are many touring and sites along it, perfect for long walks. And consider a river cruise, especially one for dinner when you can see the bridges with floodlights.
Written January 20, 2024
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Benny B
Savannah, GA3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024
We enjoyed seine river cruiseandit was fantastic during the late evening. We had amazing view of Parisian scenery.
Written January 20, 2024
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Sharf
London, UK3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the lively street markets, you'll be in awe of this beautiful city. Whether you're looking for a unique souvenir or just want to take in the sights and sounds of the city, La Seine Paris is the perfect destination for any traveler!
Written December 25, 2023
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Hogan M
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
This river is lined with many monuments and historical buildings, making it the perfect place to explore the city's rich history. The iconic Eiffel Tower is visible from the river, making it the perfect spot to take in the stunning views. Whether you're looking for a romantic stroll or a fun day out, La Seine Paris is the perfect destination.
Written December 7, 2023
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Steph
Toronto, Canada166 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
Beautiful river (although the water is looking pretty dirty up close), great for photos and enjoying the view.
Written December 6, 2023
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Colleen C
Troy, NY2,182 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
We hopped on Bateaux Parisiens boat line to finish the day ~ it was a perfect way to rest our feet after walking a 30,000 step loop. The cruise line started at the Eiffel Tower and went down the Seine River past the Norte Dame and then turned around to return to Eiffel Tower is only took an hour but it was a great way to see the River
Written November 16, 2023
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Hope J
Denton, TX5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Solo
Going out at night in this beautiful place reveals stunning lights. It's best to witness the sunrise and sunset instead of just the sun and moon. This place is undeniably beautiful. Going out at night, you're in for a treat as the stunning lights will leave you mesmerized. And if you're here, don't miss the chance to witness the spectacular sunrise and sunset - they truly are a sight to behold.
Written November 2, 2023
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