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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⚡ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. · Price per person. Check the final amount and conditions for your chosen date.

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.

✔ 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.

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.

Two experiences in one bookingTravel between major sights by bus, then complete the experience with panoramic views from the Seine.
Freedom to exploreGet off in an area that interests you, explore at your own pace and continue the route from an operating stop.
Commentary in several languagesThe digital audio guide is available in Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Korean.
App with live informationThe Big Bus app provides access to the route map and live vehicle tracking, making it easier to plan each stop.

📖 What the Paris Big Bus tour with Seine River cruise includes

The pass provides unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 24 or 48 hours at operating stops. It also includes a Seine sightseeing cruise for a memorable view of Paris from the water.

The experience includes a multilingual digital audio guide, headphones, onboard bus Wi-Fi and access to the Big Bus app with live vehicle tracking.

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24- or 48-hour Big Bus hop-on hop-off pass.

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Approximately one-hour panoramic cruise along the Seine.

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Audio guide, headphones, Wi-Fi and mobile app.

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

Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
The route can begin at any stop that is operating. Hop-on hop-off

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.

First visit Families Couples Short stays

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.

24/48 hBus pass
1 hApproximate cruise
4.4/51,264 reviews
9Languages

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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.

Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
A time slot must be selected in advance for the cruise. Cruise reservation
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise

Booking details

24- or 48-hour pass with cruise

From €49

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PriceFrom €49 per person
Duration24- or 48-hour pass and approximately one-hour cruise
CancellationFree up to 24 hours before the activity starts
LanguagesSpanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Korean
OperatorBig Bus Tours/LES CARS ROUGES
Reference116032
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Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Buses are equipped with wheelchair ramps. Confirm cruise accessibility separately. Accessibility

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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.

First-time visitors to Paris Families and couples Travellers with limited time People who prefer to walk less
Paris Big Bus Tour with Seine River Cruise
Check the latest departure times and any operational changes to the stops. Plan your route

❓ 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.

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