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Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour & Evening Seine River Cruise

Name: Notre-Dame Exterior Guided Tour & Evening Seine River Cruise
Start: 2026-10-15T13:30:00
End: 2026-10-15T14:30:00
Location: Paris

4.5/5(11,547)

Nuriye K

Group

Verified booking

Last week

I wanted to explore Paris by boat, and while looking on my phone, I found this Paris Illuminated Evening Sightseeing Cruise. After reading the reviews, I decided to book it, and I’m so glad I did. Making the reservation through the app was very easy. Once we arrived, we didn’t have to wait long in the queue, and the boat departed exactly on time. The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. It was also great that we could easily follow the route on the boat, just as it had been shown beforehand. The English-speaking guide was excellent, with very clear and fluent English. Luckily, the weather was absolutely beautiful, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The views of Paris from the Seine were simply magnificent, especially in the evening. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and definitely one of the highlights of our time in Paris. I enjoyed it so much that I immediately shared the link with three of my friends and recommended it to them as well. Highly recommended!

Pamela W

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

It was a beautiful evening with a lot to see while on the boat. Our only disappointment was we got in the line about 30 mins. before setting sail but that wasn't enough. We should have gotten in the line 60 mins. early so that we could sit on top of the boat to see all directions at once rather than just the side that we were facing. As we reurned to the dock the Eiffel TOwer it up and started blinking and that ws awesome.

Petar S

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

An amazing experience in Paris! Cruising along the Seine was a wonderful way to admire the city’s most beautiful landmarks from a different perspective. The views were breathtaking, especially with the Eiffel Tower and the historic buildings along the river. A relaxing, memorable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Paris!

Garden L

Group

Verified booking

Last week

I have seen many bridges featuring ancient yet exquisitely intricate architecture—designs unlike anything else in the world. I was also fortunate enough to see the brilliantly pink Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, standing majestic and imposing after all these years. What stood out most was how polite and friendly the French people were.

Ulises M

Group

Verified booking

Last week

The whole tour was very lovely, and the places we passed by were very interesting and magnificent! From the Seine River, the view is different and very beautiful!! The guide gave commentary in different languages for everyone, which made it very comfortable and great! Paris at night is spectacular, and your service is incredible!! Thank you for such a magnificent experience!

Jennyfer I

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

I loved everything. The Alexandre III Bridge was my favorite; its structure and lights make it look even more magical at night. The Eiffel Tower was something magical, hard to explain and put into words everything I felt seeing it for the first time 🥺. It’s a dream come true, I would do the night cruise a thousand times over.

Enjoy a guided exterior tour of Notre-Dame on Île de la Cité, with insights into its history, Gothic design, and restoration.

Cruise along the Seine for 1 hour and see Paris from the water as the city lights begin to glow.

Choose the cruise timing that suits your plans best, with departures every hour and ticket validity for 6 months.

Listen to onboard audio commentary in 14 languages as you pass some of Paris’s most iconic riverside landmarks.

1-hour evening Seine River sightseeing cruise (route here)

Flexible ticket valid for 6 months

Audio guide in 14 languages

Guided tour of Île de la Cité

Visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral

Small group of up to 5 guests

Choice of cruise departure time

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Luis B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A beautiful experience and highly recommended. Seeing Paris illuminated from the Seine River offers a completely different perspective of the city. The Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the other monuments look spectacular at night. The one-hour tour is the perfect length; it was peaceful, pleasant, and very well-organized. Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful moments of my visit to Paris. 🌙✨🇫🇷
Wojciech W
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Paris is a wonderful city; contrary to opinions that it is dangerous, seeing it during an evening cruise completed its wonderful charm. Cruising in the evening allowed us to see Paris through the prism of its night colors and magnificent light illuminations. I recommend it to everyone who wants to see Paris differently from the deck of a super boat which is electrically powered and, consequently, does not harm the environment.
Petar S
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
An amazing experience in Paris! Cruising along the Seine was a wonderful way to admire the city’s most beautiful landmarks from a different perspective. The views were breathtaking, especially with the Eiffel Tower and the historic buildings along the river. A relaxing, memorable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Paris!
Ulises M
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The whole tour was very lovely, and the places we passed by were very interesting and magnificent! From the Seine River, the view is different and very beautiful!! The guide gave commentary in different languages for everyone, which made it very comfortable and great! Paris at night is spectacular, and your service is incredible!! Thank you for such a magnificent experience!
Jennyfer I
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
I loved everything. The Alexandre III Bridge was my favorite; its structure and lights make it look even more magical at night. The Eiffel Tower was something magical, hard to explain and put into words everything I felt seeing it for the first time 🥺. It’s a dream come true, I would do the night cruise a thousand times over.

See Paris from two classic angles in one easy combo—start with a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior on Île de la Cité, then wind down with a 1-hour evening cruise along the Seine.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated point on Île de la Cité and begin your tour in a small group of just 5 guests. After the walking tour, make your way to the Bateaux Parisiens boarding point for your cruise. With departures every hour and a ticket valid for 6 months, you can choose a timing that fits your plans.

What to expect

This experience blends two distinct ways of discovering Paris into one seamless plan. Begin on Île de la Cité, where a guided walk around Notre-Dame’s exterior brings centuries of history, architecture, and restoration efforts into focus through expert storytelling in an intimate group setting. Then, shift pace as you board a Bateaux Parisiens cruise for a relaxed 1-hour journey along the Seine, where illuminated landmarks and multilingual audio commentary offer a scenic, panoramic perspective of the city by night.

Features

Île de la Cité guided tour: Walk around Notre-Dame Cathedral’s exterior with your guide and discover the history, Gothic architecture, and restoration story of one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks.

Small-group experience: With a maximum of 5 guests, the walking tour feels more personal and gives you more room to engage with your guide.

Notre-Dame access: Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral is free, so you can step inside independently after your guided exterior visit if you wish.

Bateaux Parisiens evening cruise: Board a 1-hour sightseeing cruise and enjoy a scenic ride along the Seine as Paris begins to light up for the evening.

What's not allowed

1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise

Large bags are not allowed.

Notre-Dame

Large bags, suitcases, and bulky luggage are not allowed.

Pets are not permitted, except registered service animals.

Smoking, food, and drinks are not allowed inside.

Flash photography, tripods, and professional filming equipment are prohibited.

Additional information

1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise

Restrooms are available only on board the boats; there are no facilities at the pontoons.

Paid parking is available nearby, subject to availability.

For a more immersive experience, you’re welcome to bring your own headphones.

Notre-Dame

The cathedral is accessible for visitors with mobility impairments.

Modest attire is required for cathedral entry.

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.