Bateaux Mouches Dinner Cruise: Seine Sailing with Live Music, from $128
Quick answer
The Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise is a 2 hour 15 minute Seine sailing with 3 or 4 courses and live music, from $128 per person (about €114).
It leaves the Alma pier at 8:30 PM, has a no-shorts dress code, excludes hotel pickup, and is rated 4.5/5 from 4,700+ GetYourGuide reviews.
Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches
Bateaux Mouches® Dinner Cruise on the Seine River
4.5 (4,745) · from $128
The Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise is a 2 hour 15 minute Seine sailing with a 3 or 4 course meal and live music, leaving the Pont de l'Alma at 8:30 PM from $128 per person (about €113.75).
The detail that changes the decision is what the sun does to that fixed 8:30 PM departure.
In December you eat in the dark with the city lit from the first minute. In June sunset is at 9:57 PM, so you finish the starter in daylight and see the lights only for the last 48 minutes. Choose the month before the menu.
More dinner options sit on the Seine boat tours in Paris page and the Paris boat tours hub; the home page lists everything else.
| Operator | Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches, sold through GetYourGuide |
|---|---|
| Boat | Restaurant boat with a main deck of bay windows and an upper deck with a 360-degree view; capacity not stated |
| Price | From $128 per person (about €113.75 at the 16 October 2026 rate); the final price depends on the menu you pick |
| Menus | Harmonie and Prestige: 3 courses. Excellence: 4 courses and a Champagne aperitif |
| Drinks | One glass of wine on Harmonie, a half-bottle on Prestige, and a half-bottle of wine or of Champagne on Excellence; water, tea and coffee on all |
| Timetable | Staff greet you from 19:00, boarding 19:30 to 20:15, departure 20:30, back at the dock 22:45 |
| Pier | Port de la Conférence, 75008, beside the Pont de l'Alma · Bateaux Mouches pier on Google Maps |
| Route | Pont Alexandre III, Musée d'Orsay, Louvre, Pont des Arts, Île Saint-Louis, Notre-Dame, Conciergerie, Eiffel Tower, Paris's Statue of Liberty replica |
| Music | Two live musicians, French and international songs |
| Dress code | No shorts, sandals or flip-flops |
| Children | Under 4 free; reduced rate from 4 to 12 |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before |
| Rating | 4.5/5 from 4,700+ reviews on GetYourGuide |
What does the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise include?
The Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise includes the 2 hour 15 minute sailing, a three or four course meal chosen from a set list, a fixed pour of wine or Champagne, and two live musicians.
| Menu | Courses | Drink included | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmonie | 3: appetiser, main, cheese or dessert, plus aperitif | One glass of wine, or a soft drink instead | Water, tea, coffee |
| Prestige | 3, same structure | A half-bottle of wine, or two soft drinks | Water, tea, coffee |
| Excellence | 4: cheese and dessert both served | A half-bottle of wine or of Champagne, or soft drinks | Champagne aperitif; window-table priority |
The listing says the menus include meat-free and plant-based dishes. Photos taken by the on-board photographer are on sale, not included.
The operator's own site lists dinner menus under different names (an entry menu, Prestige, Excellence, plus a 6 PM early bird sitting) from €90 to €170, so the names and prices on the Bateaux Mouches site do not map one to one onto this listing.
Where does the Bateaux Mouches boat leave from?
The boat leaves from the Bateaux Mouches pier at Port de la Conférence, on the right bank beside the Pont de l'Alma, and the entrance is the restaurant boat hall in the large building marked with the company name.
Bateaux Mouches pier on Google Maps The listing asks you to arrive 30 minutes before departure. Staff greet guests from 19:00, boarding runs from 19:30 to 20:15 and the boat leaves at 20:30. The Alma-Marceau metro station on line 9 is 404 metres from the pier, a 5-minute walk.
| From | To | Distance | Walk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma-Marceau metro station (line 9) | Bateaux Mouches pier | 404 m | 5 min |
Walking directions: Walking route on Google Maps.
What is the route, and what do you see from the table?
The route heads upstream past Pont Alexandre III and the Louvre to Île Saint-Louis, then turns back past Notre-Dame and the Conciergerie to the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty replica.
- Pont Alexandre III and Musée d'Orsay - the first sights after leaving the pier; Pont Alexandre III on Google Maps.
- Louvre and Pont des Arts - the palace river facade; Louvre Museum on Google Maps.
- Île Saint-Louis, Notre-Dame and the Conciergerie - the turn-around at the heart of the old city.
- Eiffel Tower - the closing sight on the way back; Eiffel Tower on Google Maps.
- Statue of Liberty replica - the small copy on the Seine, listed as the last stop.
The operator says most tables are next to the windows but not all, and that the Excellence menu gives window priority. One reviewer who bought Excellence said everyone seemed to have a window seat anyway. The first paragraph of the plan is simple: dine, then go up to the upper deck.
538 ha is the area of the Paris, Banks of the Seine World Heritage property, inscribed in 1991.
How long is the dinner cruise and what time does it sail?
The boat pulls away at 8:30 PM and ties up again at 10:45 PM, so the cruise lasts 2 hours 15 minutes and the whole evening about 3 hours.
Here is how much of that time is after sunset in each month, using sunset on the 15th. The 135 minutes are the sailing time between departure and return.
| Month | Sunset | Time on the water after sunset |
|---|---|---|
| Dec | 4:56 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Jan | 5:23 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Feb | 6:12 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Mar | 6:56 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Apr | 8:43 PM | 122 minutes (sunset 13 minutes after departure) |
| May | 9:27 PM | 78 minutes |
| Jun | 9:57 PM | 48 minutes |
| Jul | 9:51 PM | 54 minutes |
| Aug | 9:08 PM | 97 minutes |
| Sep | 8:05 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Oct | 7:03 PM | All 135 minutes |
| Nov | 5:12 PM | All 135 minutes |
In June only 48 minutes of the sailing are after sunset, and the Eiffel Tower lights come on during dessert. From September the whole trip is in the dark. A reader tip from October 2026 is to arrive about 7 PM, since you then have more time on the top deck before the boat leaves.
- Arrive: 30 minutes before departure, per the listing.
- Dress: no shorts, sandals or flip-flops.
- Language: French and English.
Is the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise worth it vs other Seine dinner cruises?
At $128 for 2.5 hours it costs about 72% more per hour than the median Paris boat tour I list, so it is worth it if the meal, the live music and the date matter, and not if you mainly want the sights.
| Cruise | Price | Length | Rating (GetYourGuide) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise (this page) | $128 | 2.5 hours | 4.5/5, 4,700+ | 3 or 4 courses, wine, live music |
| Bateaux Parisiens dinner cruise | $129 | 2.5 hours | 4.7/5, 8,900+ | Dinner cruise, same 2.5 hours |
| Paris en Scène dinner cruise | $73 | 105 minutes | 4.3/5, 12,400+ | 3 courses and water, smaller boat |
| Bateaux Mouches sightseeing cruise | $19 | 1 hour | 4.4/5, 6,100+ | No meal, open-date ticket |
For a special occasion I'd book the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise on an autumn or winter date, when the whole sailing is lit. For a cheaper meal, the Paris en Scène dinner cruise is $55 less, and for a view without dinner the one-hour Bateaux Mouches cruise is $109 less. Browse every option in the Paris boat tours hub.
When is the best time to book the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise?
The best time is October to March, when the 8:30 PM boat sails in full darkness, or September if you want mild air on the top deck.
| Month | Avg high °C | Rain days (≥1 mm) | Sunset | On the open deck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7.0 | 17 | 5:23 PM | heavy coat, gloves for the open deck |
| Feb | 8.1 | 8 | 6:12 PM | heavy coat, gloves for the open deck |
| Mar | 13.4 | 7 | 6:56 PM | warm jacket, scarf |
| Apr | 19.1 | 7 | 8:43 PM | light jacket for the upper deck |
| May | 21.3 | 9 | 9:27 PM | light jacket for the upper deck |
| Jun | 26.9 | 10 | 9:57 PM | sun hat, water; the open deck has little shade |
| Jul | 25.3 | 15 | 9:51 PM | sun hat, water; the open deck has little shade |
| Aug | 26.4 | 6 | 9:08 PM | sun hat, water; the open deck has little shade |
| Sep | 20.1 | 11 | 8:05 PM | light jacket for the upper deck |
| Oct | 16.0 | 10 | 7:03 PM | light jacket for the upper deck |
| Nov | 11.4 | 12 | 5:12 PM | warm jacket, scarf |
| Dec | 9.1 | 8 | 4:56 PM | heavy coat, gloves for the open deck |
The table is measured 2025 weather, not a forecast. The top deck is open in every month, and in winter you will want a coat for the walk to the upper deck even though the dining room is warm.
What do passengers say about this dinner cruise?
Passengers praise the views, the staff and the atmosphere, while the food gets mixed reports; the 10 reviews I could read are all five-star, so the sample leans positive.
- Food: three of ten visible reviews call it mediocre, small in portion or uneven, one of them after choosing the top menu.
- Service: staff are described as kind and attentive, and ticketing as slick.
- Seating: a solo traveller found tables close together; couples and groups did not mention it.
- Celebrations: a 70th birthday and a friends' reunion were among the occasions.
The platform summary of 300 reviews also asks for better food and portions for the price. Sub-scores: guide 4.5, transportation 4.6, value for money 4.3.
Who should skip this dinner cruise?
Skip it if you want a bargain meal, a quiet table for one, shorts and sandals, or a hotel pickup, because the boat runs a fixed evening with dress rules.
- Budget travellers: choose the $19 sightseeing cruise.
- Solo diners: expect shared-feeling, close tables.
- Light summer-night seekers: in June most of the sailing is before dark.
- Families with children under 4: they travel free but share the long evening.
How do you book the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise?
Tickets start at $128 per person (about €113.75); dates, slots and the final price show at checkout.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best boat tour in Paris?
For an evening out I'd book a dinner cruise, and among those this $128 Bateaux Mouches sailing with live music and set drinks is the one I'd pick for a celebration.
Which is better, Bateaux Parisiens or Bateaux-Mouches?
Bateaux Mouches leaves from the Alma pier at 8:30 PM with live music; the Bateaux Parisiens dinner cruise is $1 more and rated 4.7/5, so compare menus and pier before choosing.
How much does a river cruise cost in Paris?
This dinner cruise is from $128, about €113.75, while one-hour cruises cost $19 to $20 and the Paris en Scène dinner is $73.
What time does the Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise leave?
Boarding runs from 7:30 PM to 8:15 PM, the boat pulls away at 8:30 PM and ties up again at 10:45 PM.
What is the dress code?
The listing says no shorts and no sandals or flip-flops; it gives no other rule.
Is wine included?
Yes in set amounts: one glass with Harmonie, a half-bottle with Prestige, and a half-bottle of wine or of Champagne with Excellence.
Are vegetarian meals available?
Yes, the listing says the menus include meat-free and plant-based dishes.
Are children allowed?
Yes, children under 4 are free and children from 4 to 12 pay a reduced rate.
Is hotel pickup included?
No, hotel pickup and drop-off are listed as not included.
Is a river cruise in Paris worth it?
A dinner cruise is worth it if you want the meal and music as well as the view; for the view alone a $19 cruise is better value.
Which river cruise is the best value for money?
Per hour the one-hour cruises are cheapest at $19 to $20; among dinners the Paris en Scène cruise at $73 is the lowest I list.
Can I cancel?
Yes, cancellation is free up to 24 hours before.
Sources: Listing data: GetYourGuide product 465480 (checked 2026-10-17). Operator menus and prices: bateaux-mouches.fr, read 2026-10-17. Heritage area: UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Weather: Open-Meteo. Sunset: sunrise-sunset.org API. Holidays: Nager.Date. FX: Frankfurter API. Walks: OSRM on OpenStreetMap data.
