Q&A
Q&A - Cruises on the Seine 1/2
Questions and answers about Vedettes de Paris cruises
The Guided Cruise: A New Perspective on the Seine is the most popular option among the cruises available. Lasting one hour, this experience allows you to admire the most beautiful monuments and bridges of Paris along the Seine, with commentary from a tour guide. Departures are every 30 minutes depending on the season.
The Paris aperitif cruise experience offers a unique way to discover the cultural treasures of the City of Light while enjoying a moment of relaxation after a (long) day at work. Unlike a guided cruise, the onboard tour guide is replaced by a soundtrack featuring iconic songs and covers of the most beautiful French melodies. The first departure for this cruise is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m., depending on the season.
Guided by our facilitators who specialize in interacting with young people, this family cruise on the Seine offers young participants the opportunity to earn their Captain's Certificate while becoming experts on the history of the capital. The rules are simple: children answer riddles and questions posed by the facilitator on board about the historic monuments along the banks of the Seine.
Vedettes de Paris is open every day of the week, including weekends and public holidays, except for July 14 and a few days in January.
The last cruise departure on December 24 is in the late afternoon. Please refer to the information provided on cruise schedules.
Absolutely, our cruises are available even on public holidays, with the exception of July 14.
Q&A – Access and boarding
Frequently asked questions
To access our site, you can take metro line 9 and get off at Trocadéro station, or metro line 6 and get off at Bir-Hakeim station. The site is also accessible via the RER C train, getting off at Champ de Mars station. For people with reduced mobility, access to the Vedettes de Paris site is via the Bir-Hakeim bridge.
To ensure you don't miss the departure of your cruise, please arrive at the boarding area approximately 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Access to our dock by car is not permitted.
For people with reduced mobility, access to the Vedettes de Paris site is via the Bir-Hakeim bridge. On board the boats, the main deck is wheelchair accessible. Only the pontoon toilets have disabled access.
Q&A - Reservations and Tickets
Frequently asked questions about cruises
To reserve a time slot with an “open” ticket, click on ‘Reservations’ at the top right of the website, then on the last button, “Reserve a time slot.” If you are on your phone, click on the horizontal bars at the top right, then on “Cruises.” Next, click on “Reserve a time slot.”
If you miss the start, you can take the next one.
That's entirely possible. Click on Reservations at the top right of the website, then on the “Change a schedule” button.
Q&A - On the boat
Frequently asked questions about your visits
Absolutely, there are toilets on board our boats.
Payment on board boats is by credit card only.
Small dogs that can sit on your lap or on a bag are allowed on the boat.
No, smoking is not permitted on board the boat.
Q&A – Café des Vedettes
Frequently asked questions about Café des Vedettes
The Café des Vedettes offers a dining experience on the waterfront, with an outdoor terrace where you can enjoy sweet and savory treats made from 100% French products.
Yes, it is possible to make a reservation at Café des Vedettes. To do so, please call the following number: 06 60 77 88 03.
You are welcome to bring meals purchased at the Café des Vedettes de Paris aboard our boats. For the comfort of other passengers, outside food is not permitted.





