Eiffel Tower Grounds Walk and Seine River Dining Cruise

3.9 (10 reviews) Paris, France
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Overview

Experience Paris the right way with a perfectly paired Eiffel Tower introduction and a relaxing Seine River dining cruise. Begin with a guided walk around the base of the iconic Eiffel Tower. Your host will bring the monument's exterior and its surrounding to life with engaging stories, hidden details, and the best photo spots most visitors miss.

After your introduction, continue your experience on a glass-enclosed Seine River boat. Glide past world-famous landmarks while enjoying a catered lunch or dinner as Paris unfolds around you.

For travelers who want a more immersive experience, upgrade to the guided cruise option with champagne. Your host will remain with you onboard to enhance the journey with insights, coordination, and a personal touch.

Whether you choose a daytime lunch or an evening dinner, this shared group experience blends sightseeing, storytelling, and dining into one seamless Paris memory.

Options

Guided Champagne Cruise

Champagne Cruise: 1 Hour Champagne Seine Cruise with Private Guide Experience
Duration: 1 hour

Lunch Cruise & Tour

Tour & Lunch Cruise: Eiffel Tower grounds orientation followed by a self-guided Seine Lunch cruise.
Duration: 2 hours

Dinner Cruise & Tour

Tour & Dinner Cruise: Eiffel Tower grounds orientation followed by a self-guided Seine Dinner cruise.
Duration: 2 hours

What's included

  • Guided Eiffel Tower orientation (grounds only, no entry inside)
  • Complimentary Paris digital guidebook
  • Audio commentary during the cruise
  • Champagne for guided cruise option only
  • Seine River cruise (lunch or dinner, based on selected option)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Access to other Paris monuments is excluded. We can get any additional tickets for you separately.
  • Eiffel Tower Tickets are not included.
  • Live guide onboard (except for guided champagne option)

What to expect

  1. Eiffel Tower
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Meet your host and begin with a guided orientation around the Eiffel Tower grounds. Discover the history, architecture, and best photo spots while avoiding the crowds. This introduction sets the stage for your Paris experience.
  2. The Seine
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Board your Seine River cruise and enjoy your selected experience:

    - Lunch or dinner cruise (self-guided onboard)
    - OR guided champagne cruise

    Relax as you sail through the heart of Paris with panoramic views. It's an immersive experience that combines sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural discovery in the City of Light.
  3. Pont Alexandre III
    Pass by
    Pont Alexandre III: A beautifully ornate bridge with golden statues and stunning views of the river and landmarks. A bridge connecting the Invalides area with the Grand Palais. Passing under it takes around 2-3 minutes.
  4. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
    Pass by
    A stunning Gothic masterpiece with intricate architecture and stunning stained glass windows. Found on the Île de la Cité in the heart of Paris. Passing by takes approximately 3-5 minutes.
  5. Ile de la Cite
    Pass by
    The historic island in the middle of the Seine, home to Notre Dame and the Conciergerie. Passing by takes around 5-7 minutes.
  6. Louvre Museum
    Pass by
    Home to thousands of artworks, including the famous Mona Lisa. Situated on the Right Bank near the Pont Royal. See the exterior of the Louvre as your cruise glides past one of the world’s most famous museums.
  7. Sainte-Chapelle
    Pass by
    Situated on the Île de la Cité near the Conciergerie. You can catch a glimpse of its stunning exterior in about 3-5 minutes
  8. Pont Neuf
    Pass by
    The oldest bridge in Paris, connecting the Île de la Cité with both banks of the Seine. Passing under it takes approximately 2-3 minutes.
  9. Musee d'Orsay
    Pass by
    Cruise past this former railway station turned museum, known for its striking clock façade.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

- Do NOT enter the Eiffel Tower
- Meet your host 30 minutes before your scheduled time
- Look for a light green cap and a sign with our company name
- Located in the open space near the grass area beside the Eiffel Tower

End point

- Do NOT enter the Eiffel Tower
- Meet your host 30 minutes before your scheduled time
- Look for a light green cap and a sign with our company name
- Located in the open space near the grass area beside the Eiffel Tower

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For quick help concerning your tour, please reach us via the email and WhatsApp provided in your booking confirmation.
  • Cruise routes may vary slightly depending on river conditions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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