Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
From €49The 24-hour pass may be enough for a general overview. The 48-hour option provides more time for several stops and additional attraction visits.Final booking with external provider
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Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise

★★★★★ 24/48 h · 4.4/5 1,264 reviews
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The Paris Big Bus tour with Seine River cruise combines a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass with an approximately one-hour panoramic boat trip.

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Bypassing the ticket-purchase line does not guarantee immediate boarding or remove every possible wait. Traffic, passenger demand and vehicle capacity may affect the service. Attraction and museum admission is not included.

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✔ Hop on and off freely at operating stops.
✔ See Paris from the panoramic bus and from the river.
✔ Includes multilingual audio commentary, headphones, Wi-Fi and live tracking.
✔ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts.
TOURBOOKGO ANALYSIS

We analyze this experience to help you understand whether it suits you, what it really offers and what you should know before booking.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • First visits to Paris
  • Short stays
  • Families and couples
  • Travellers seeking flexibility
  • People who want to reduce walking

How long does it take?

The 24-hour pass may be enough for a general overview. The 48-hour option provides more time for several stops and additional attraction visits.

What's included?

  • 24- or 48-hour Big Bus hop-on hop-off pass
  • Seine sightseeing cruise
  • Multilingual digital audio guide
  • Headphones
  • Onboard bus Wi-Fi

Is it worth it?

It is worthwhile for travellers seeking a general overview of Paris, the freedom to explore several areas and a combined land-and-river experience. It may offer less value if you only need the cheapest transport, plan to visit one neighbourhood or already know Paris well.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Download the app in advance, reserve the cruise early, arrive at the pontoon with time to spare and check the weather before choosing between the open or covered section of the bus.

Before you book

A practical way to explore Paris

The experience is particularly useful for a first visit, a short stay or when you want to reduce the amount of walking between major landmarks.

The bus provides a useful overview of the city and time to rest between visits, while the cruise reveals bridges, façades and monuments from the river.

How to use your ticket

Choose your date and either the 24- or 48-hour pass, check the final price and review the exact conditions before payment. A reserve-now, pay-later option may be available depending on the displayed booking terms.

You can add the booking to the Big Bus app with the operator reference, show the mobile or printed voucher to staff, or visit the Big Bus Information Centre at 11 Avenue de l’Opéra, 75001 Paris.

Seine River cruise departure and main Big Bus stops

Operated by Les Bateaux Parisiens, the cruise departs from pontoon 3 at Port de la Bourdonnais near the Eiffel Tower bus stop. Published information indicates departures approximately every 45 minutes from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., with 30-minute intervals also mentioned for weekends.

Listed route locations include Louvre-Pyramide, Louvre and Pont des Arts, Notre-Dame, Musée d’Orsay, Champs-Élysées, Grand Palais, Iéna, Eiffel Tower, Champ de Mars, Palais Garnier and Les Invalides. Check the latest map before planning your itinerary.

Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise

Practical assessment

The main advantage is having flexible sightseeing transport, multilingual commentary and a Seine cruise in a single booking.

The activity is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,264 reviews. Travellers particularly appreciate the convenience, flexible stops and views during the cruise.

Booking details

24- or 48-hour pass with cruise

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From €49
Price: From €49 per person Duration: 24- or 48-hour pass and approximately one-hour cruise Cancellation: Free up to 24 hours before the activity starts Languages: Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Korean
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❓ Frequently asked questions

How long does the Paris Big Bus tour with Seine River cruise last?
You can choose a 24- or 48-hour bus pass. The Seine cruise lasts approximately one hour.
Do I need to reserve a cruise time?
Yes. A time slot must be selected in advance through the app, the Big Bus website or a member of staff.
Are attraction tickets included?
No. The ticket does not include admission to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay or other landmarks and museums along the route.
Where does the tour start?
You can start at any operating stop. You can also visit the Big Bus Information Centre at 11 Avenue de l’Opéra.
Is the experience wheelchair accessible?
The buses have wheelchair ramps. The specific accessibility conditions for the cruise should be confirmed separately.

Book your Paris sightseeing experience

See the leading landmarks from the streets and the Seine

This combined experience lets you travel flexibly between major sights and enjoy wide-open views from the panoramic bus.

Complete the experience with a Seine cruise and compare the available 24- and 48-hour options on GetYourGuide.

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