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Canal Saint-Martin Cruise from Parc de la Villette to Musée d'Orsay

Travel Paris's lesser-known waterways towards the historic Musée d'Orsay

Duration: 2h 30mins
Live guide: English, French
Provider: Paris Canal
Registered address: 19-21 quai de la Loire, 75019, Paris, FR
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2.5-hour cruise on the Canal Saint-Martin, from Parc de la Villette to Musée d'Orsay (one-way cruise)
Go through locks, under bridges, sail past an underground vault, and see major Parisian landmarks

Starting point

My Boat, 211 Avenue Jean Jaurès, 75019, Paris
  • The cruise starts at the Parc de la Villette in Paris, on the Canal de l'Ourcq, behind the restaurant '211'
  • Show your smartphone voucher at the counter to exchange it for your ticket
  • Please bring a valid ID
  • Departure is at 14:30 – make sure to be on time!
  • The cruise ends at 17:00

Landmarks you'll see

  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

Complete your Paris experience with a cruise on the quaint Canal Saint-Martin, an extension of the River Seine, and a quieter alternative to the city's larger and better-known waterways. Drift idly from Parc de la Villette to the regal Musée d'Orsay, home to countless artworks and statues.

You can breeze through romantic winding canals, under scenic swing bridges, and watch locals enjoying wine on the embankment while the city slips into a slower pace from this tree-lined vantage point.

  • Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.

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frederic,  France France
18 Aug 2024
Excellent
Une balade très agréable, riche en informations pratiques et culturelles. Merci à Bruno pour son animation durant ces 2h30 . Nous sommes repartis ravis et enrichis. Je conseille vivement de...
Une balade très agréable, riche en informations pratiques et culturelles. Merci à Bruno pour son animation durant ces 2h30 . Nous sommes repartis ravis et enrichis. Je conseille vivement de réaliser cette croisière .
Canal Saint Martin Cruise from Parc de la Villette to Musée d'Orsay (14:30)
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Wendy,  France France
18 Aug 2024
Good
Goeie omschrijving van de boottocht, enkele wetenswaardigheden te weten te komen tijdens mijn 2e toertocht die ik de vorige keer niet heb gehad, gids vertelde alles in het frans en engels
Canal Saint Martin Cruise from Parc de la Villette to Musée d'Orsay (14:30)
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Alies,  Netherlands Netherlands
25 Jun 2024
Good
Great boat tour for if you want to take a longer one outside the main Seine. The long tunnel is very interesting. The locks take a while, so do keep that in mind. The guide talked a bit to much...
Great boat tour for if you want to take a longer one outside the main Seine. The long tunnel is very interesting. The locks take a while, so do keep that in mind. The guide talked a bit to much for our taste 😂
Canal Saint Martin Cruise from Parc de la Villette to Musée d'Orsay (14:30)

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