Paris Essential: 24hr Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour & River Cruise

Summary Description

Discover Paris on a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus. See famous sights including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame and Arc de Triomphe and enjoy an included Bateaux Parisiens river cruise along the Seine. 
This ticket also includes free Vox self-guided walking tours covering the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame-Marais and Louvre-Concorde areas. 

  

Highlights
  • See incredible panoramic views of Paris from an open-top double decker bus
  • Discover top sights including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame and Arc de Triomphe
  • Cruise along the stunning Seine River on a Les Bateaux Parisiens River Cruise
  • Enjoy Self-guided audio tours of Trocadéro–Eiffel, Notre Dame–Marais, and Louvre–Concorde.
  • Travel on Electric Buses
  • Enjoy pre-recorded audio commentary in 9 languages
Description

Experience the magic of Paris, the City of Light, with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour on-board an open-top double-decker bus. With 10 conveniently located stops around the city, you can hop on and off the bus whenever you want to explore Paris at your own pace. See the most iconic sights and landmarks of the city including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, Grand Palais, Champs-Élysées, Champs de Mars, and Notre Dame. Hop off the bus to explore the city's fascinating museums, hidden gems and iconic landmarks. Whether you want to marvel at the Louvre's art collection, gaze at the magnificent Notre Dame cathedral or go shopping at Galeries Lafayette, this tour covers it all. With entertaining audio commentary on-board the bus available in 9 languages, you can sit back, relax and discover all there is to know about the unique history, culture and architecture of the French capital.  For a complete Parisian experience, enjoy a 1-hour guided river cruise along the Seine. Sail past the Notre Dame cathedral, the Invalides, and the famous Eiffel Tower, while enjoying fascinating commentary. 
This ticket also includes free Vox self-guided walking tours covering the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame-Marais and Louvre-Concorde areas. 

Included / Excluded
  • Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity (24hr)
  • Pre-recorded Audio Commentary in 9 languages
  • Les Bateaux Parisiens River Cruise along the Seine
  • Free Wi-Fi and Headphones
  • VOX Self-Guided Audio Tours
  • Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Stop 5: Champs-Elysées (156, avenue des Champs-Elysées)

Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infants required to sit on laps
Commentary

Audio : English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese Mandarin, Russian

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • If you can't go on the date booked we will accept your ticket up to 14 Days later
  • 100% of our buses have wheelchair access on the lower deck.
  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck
Know Before You Go
  • Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member
  • Live track buses and have 24h Support via Chat downloading Big Bus App - It's free!
  • Headphones will be provided upon arrival however feel free to use your own.
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing

Unlimited 24 Hour Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus ticket with a Seine River cruise.

Paris Essential RETAIL PRICE
Adult (13 - 99 years) N/A
Child (4 - 12 years) N/A
Terms and Conditions

Voucher is non-refundable after it has been scanned and activated by a member of staff.

Additional Information

The River Cruise departs from Port de la Bourdonnais (Ponton N°3), near Stop #8 – Eiffel Tower. Present your digital ticket at the pier before boarding. Cruises operate daily, departing every 30 minutes on weekends and every 45 minutes on weekdays between 10:30 and 21:00. Please check the latest timetable at the pier.

Walking tours:
Trocadéro–Eiffel Tower: Walk from the Trocadéro esplanade to the Eiffel Tower, passing landmarks like Pont de l’Alma, Palais de Tokyo, Russian Orthodox Cathedral, and Quai Branly Museum.
Starts at Stop #7 (Iéna) and ends at Stop #8 (Tour Eiffel).

Notre Dame–Marais: Discover medieval Paris, from Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle to the Pompidou Center and Place des Vosges.
Starts at Stop #3 (Notre Dame) and ends at Place des Vosges.

Louvre–Concorde: Learn about the Louvre Museum and finish at Place de la Concorde, the heart of the French Revolution.
Starts at Stop #2 (Louvre – Pont des Arts).

Redemption Information

Tickets will be held at the box office

FAQ

What audio commentary is available on the tour?

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Our bus tours feature pre-recorded commentary in the following languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese Mandarin, Russian and Korean

What time do tours start and finish?

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Depending on the time of the year and on the boarding point, tours operate between 10:00am and 7:45pm. To complete the full route back to your start point, you should board the bus before 5pm, as after this time, tours terminate at the Trocadero.

About operator:

Big Bus Tours offers a reliable and convenient way to explore the world’s most iconic cities. Our open-top, hop-on hop-off buses follow thoughtfully-designed routes that connect the landmarks, neighborhoods, and attractions visitors most want to see—making it easy to navigate a new city with confidence.

 With the freedom to hop off and explore whenever something catches your interest, then hop back on to continue your journey, guests can experience the city at their own pace. Along the way, engaging audio commentary adds context, stories, and local insights that turn sightseeing into a sense of discovery.

 From panoramic views on the open top deck to dependable service throughout the day, Big Bus Tours combines comfort, flexibility, and exploration—helping travelers experience the highlights of a city while uncovering the stories that make it unique.


Basic Information
  • Duration: 24 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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