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Paris Canal Saint-Martin Sightseeing Cruise 75 min

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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  • Paris, France
  • 1 hr 15 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise the Canal Saint-Martin from Bastille, passing locks and swing bridges as live commentary reveals a quieter side of Paris.

About this tour

See a quieter, more atmospheric side of the capital on a Paris Canal Saint-Martin sightseeing cruise. Depart near Bastille for a 75-minute journey along a waterway shaped by local life and industrial heritage.

As the boat glides through canal-side neighborhoods, pass through 2 double locks and watch 2 swing bridges open along the route. Sail beneath the striking Bastille Tunnel while live commentary in English and French shares the canal’s history, anecdotes, and cultural character. A bar and toilets are available on board, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the changing city views.

The one-way cruise ends near quai de Valmy, a lively area for a stroll after your ride. Choose this Paris Canal Saint-Martin sightseeing cruise for a relaxed perspective beyond the city’s classic routes, and enjoy the journey from Bastille to the canal’s welcoming banks.

Highlights

  • Cruise through the atmospheric Canal Saint-Martin
  • Pass through 2 double locks and watch 2 swing bridges open
  • Sail beneath the striking Bastille Tunnel
  • Hear live commentary in English or French

What's included

Included

  • 1h15 Canal Saint-Martin cruise
  • Bar on board
  • Toilets on board
  • Live commentary in English and French
  • Passage through 2 double locks and 2 swing bridges

Not included

  • Lunch

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Important information

  • Departure: Port de Paris-Arsenal, pedestrian entrance opposite 50 boulevard de la Bastille, Paris 12th
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.00 from 1 review. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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