Bassin de la Villette (La Villette Basin) Tours and Tickets

See Paris's iconic landmarks and lesser-known gems from the water on this 2.5-hour combo cruise down the River Seine and Canal Saint Martin. Glide past riverside monuments like Notre Dame and the Louvre, and then explore a side of Paris many tourists miss as you float through the tunnels, bridges and locks of the city's historic canal system. Live onboard commentary from your guide illuminates the story of these picturesque waterways built by Napoleon. Choose from several daily departures to suit your sightseeing schedule.

If dinner in Paris isn't romantic enough as it is, simply throw a dinner cruise on the Canal Saint Martin and the River Seine into the mix. This cruise will take you through Paris's beautiful waterways as you dine on a three-course meal, complete with a delectable dessert. Live commentary along the way adds local flavor and education to this fabulous evening activity.