Seine River and Canal Saint-Martin Sightseeing Cruise
Seine River and Canal Saint-Martin Sightseeing Cruise
Duration: 2.5 hours
2.5 hours
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
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Operator: Paris Canal
Enjoy a 2.5-hour sightseeing cruise along the Canal Saint-Martin and the Seine River, offering two distinct views of Paris in one journey.
Discover hidden corners of the city as a live guide shares stories and history, from floating under footbridges to gliding through the mysterious vault beneath the Bastille.
Watch locks, swing bridges, and sluice gates in action—an unexpected side of Parisian engineering.
See famous landmarks like Notre-Dame and Musée d'Orsay, and cruise past lesser-known gems like the largest artificial lake in Paris, the Bassin de la Villette.
2.5-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine and Canal Saint-Martin
Onboard commentary in French and English
Seine River cruise boat passing under a bridge in Paris, France.
Bask in the serene beauty of Paris
Your Seine and Canal Saint-Martin cruise begins with a tranquil sail on the Saint-Martin canal where you will you'll pass under romantic footbridges and through the mysterious underground vault of the Bastille. The experience also includes a guide who will provide intriguing insights into the city's history and architecture. The journey takes you through fascinating locks of the canal, each opening to stunning sights and eventually leading you to the picturesque Bassin de la Villette, Paris's largest artificial lake. You'll also explore the modern Port de l'Arsenal.
Spot iconic landmarks and hidden gems
The cruise culminates on the Seine River, where you will see Notre Dame and Musée d'Orsay unfold before your eyes. While your cruise does not include meals, snacks, and beverages are available on board. Munch on a delicious Parisian delight against the city's backdrop. For those who want to catch a stunning Parisian sunset, opt for the sunset cruise and get your cameras ready.
Itinerary
- Canal Saint-Martin
- Underground Vault of the Bastille
- Various Locks of the Canal
- Bassin de la Villette
- Port de l'Arsenal
- Seine River (Notre-Dame and Musée d'Orsay)
Boat tour on Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, passing through a lock with people on board.
Canal lock on Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, France, with surrounding walkways and greenery.
Seine River cruise boat passing under a bridge in Paris, France.
Boat tour on Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, passing through a lock with people on board.
Canal lock on Canal Saint-Martin in Paris, France, with surrounding walkways and greenery.
Canal Saint-Martin bridge in Paris with cyclist and pedestrian crossing.
What's not allowed
- Pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users and individuals with reduced mobility.
Additional information
- The onboard commentary is available in English and French.
- Please find the route map here.
Notre-Dame Cathedral viewed from the Seine River during a sightseeing cruise in Paris.
Sightseeing cruise boat on the Seine River near Canal St Martin, Paris.
Canal Saint-Martin bridge in Paris with cyclist and pedestrian crossing.
Notre-Dame Cathedral viewed from the Seine River during a sightseeing cruise in Paris.
Sightseeing cruise boat on the Seine River near Canal St Martin, Paris.
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