Address: Parc de la Villette, 211 Av. Jean Jaurès, 75019 Paris, France.
Getting there:
Porte de la Villette (Line 7): This metro train station is directly connected to Villette Park. The walk to the canal from the Metro station is pleasant 5-10 minute walk. You will pass the building of the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, a futuristic science museum and the Geode, a geodesic dome cinema.
Bus Lines 75 and 139: These bus lines stop at various points around Villette Park, and are easily accessible from different parts of the city. Once you reach the park, you can walk or take a short bike ride to the canal.
Address: 12 Port de Solferino, 75007, Paris, France.
Getting there:
Solferino-Reuilly (Line 12): This metro train station is the closest to the Port de Solferino, from where many Saint-Martin Canal cruises depart. Follow the signs to towards the Seine River once you exit the Metro station. You'll easily find the boarding area for the cruises. The walk is short, taking about 5 minutes. You will pass by the Orsay Museum on the way.
Lines 63, 68, 72, 84, and 95: These bus lines stop near the Port de Solferino. Once you reach the area, you can explore the streets of the Saint-Germain-des-Pres neighborhood or enjoy a coffee at one of the many cafes along the Seine River.
Parking in the areas surrounding the departure points can be challenging due to their popularity with tourists and limited space. However, there are several public parking facilities nearby that can serve as convenient options
We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure boarding. Late arrivals may not be accommodated, please plan accordingly.
The cheapest way to get to the departure points is typically by public transportation, such as the metro or bus.
The fastest way to get to the departure points is usually by the metro, as it offers direct access and avoids traffic congestion.
The closest bus stop would be Jaurès which is a 15-minute walk to the Parc de la Villette boarding point, and Solférino for the Port de Solferino boarding point.
Parc de la Villette: Porte de la Villette (Line 7) and Port de Solferino: Solferino-Reuilly (Line 12)
Parking Indigo options are available at 9 Rue Montalembert and 1 Avenue du Général Lemonnier for the Solférino Marina boarding point, as well as Parking Cité de la Musique and Q Park Philarmonie for Parc de la Villette.
You can walk to the Solférino Marina (Musée d’Orsay) departure point from Musée d’Orsay for 2 mins or the Solférino Metro Station to the Marina is a 5-min walk.