Seine River and Canal Saint-Martin Sightseeing Cruise
Highlights
- Take a 2.5-hour sightseeing cruise on the Canal Saint-Martin and the Seine River, giving you two different perspectives of Paris in a single trip.
- A live guide reveals the city's hidden spots and history, from passing under footbridges to traveling through the secret vault below the Bastille.
- Observe locks, swing bridges, and sluice gates at work—a surprising aspect of Parisian engineering.
- Admire well-known sites such as Notre-Dame and Musée d'Orsay, and sail by lesser-known treasures like Paris's largest artificial lake, the Bassin de la Villette.
Provider: Paris Canal
What to expect
Take in Paris's peaceful charm
Set off on a calm journey along the Canal Saint-Martin, gliding beneath charming footbridges and through the intriguing underground tunnel of the Bastille. A knowledgeable guide will be with you throughout, sharing captivating stories about the city's past and its buildings. As you move through the canal's fascinating locks, each one revealing beautiful views, you'll eventually arrive at the scenic Bassin de la Villette, the biggest man-made lake in Paris. Your route also takes in the contemporary Port de l'Arsenal.
Discover famous sights and secret spots
The trip wraps up on the Seine River, passing by Notre Dame and the Musée d'Orsay. Although food, snacks, and drinks aren't part of the package, you can purchase them on board. Enjoy a tasty Parisian treat while taking in the scenery. If you're hoping to witness a breathtaking Parisian sunset, choose the sunset cruise and have your camera ready.
Route
- 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)