What is Bateaux Mouches?
A cruise along the Seine River is one of those quintessential Parisian experiences, and Bateaux Mouches has been a classic choice for decades. Known for their open-air boats, they give you a front-row seat to some of Paris’s most famous landmarks—the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Louvre—all from the gentle flow of the Seine.
The name "Bateaux Mouches" comes from the Mouche district of Lyon, where the boats were originally built. Over time, the term has become synonymous with these river cruises in Paris. What sets Bateaux Mouches apart is the variety they offer– whether you’re up for a laid-back sightseeing tour during the day or want to savor a candlelit dinner cruise at night, they have it all.