The Batobus in short
The Batobus is a river boat that circles through central Paris with nine stops. You buy a pass, board at any stop and get on and off as often as you like while the pass is valid. A full loop takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The boat runs by day only, and there is no night service.
It is not part of the public transport network. A Navigo pass does not replace the ticket, although it can give you a reduced price. You do not have to buy in advance, and you can start at any stop. The 24-hour and 48-hour passes start with your first use and run on consecutive hours, within the hours the boat operates. This page lists the stops, the 2026 prices and the winter hours. For a one-hour ride that returns to its pier, see the cruise page.
Passes and prices in 2026
Prices for adults and for children aged 4 to 11. Children under 4 travel free.
| Pass | Adult | Child 4–11 | Reduced adult price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | €23 | €13 | €18 |
| 48 hours | €27 | €17 | €22 |
| Annual pass | €73 | €48 | €53 |
The reduced price applies to holders of Imagine R, Navigo Intégrale, Emeraude and Améthyste cards, and to large families. Large families cannot use it for the annual pass. You collect a reduced pass at the ticket desk and show proof there.
Seine boat tours and passes in Paris
Hop-on hop-off tickets, sightseeing cruises and combinations, with live prices and availability.
The nine stops in order
The boat runs in this direction around the loop.
| Stop | What is near |
|---|---|
| Tour Eiffel | Start and end of the loop; first and last departures of the day are timed here |
| Invalides | – |
| Musée d'Orsay | The museum on the left bank; see the Musée d'Orsay page |
| Saint-Germain-des-Prés | – |
| Notre Dame | The cathedral on the Île de la Cité; see the Notre-Dame guide |
| Jardin des Plantes | – |
| Hôtel de Ville | The Port de l'Hôtel-de-Ville and the Jardin Federico García Lorca on the bank; see riverbanks |
| Louvre | The museum on the right bank; see the Louvre guide |
| Place de la Concorde | – |
The loop then returns to the Eiffel Tower. Check a map for the walk from each stop to your sight.
Hours from October 2026
The times are the first and last departure at the Eiffel Tower, not at every stop.
From 1 October to 1 November 2026 the boat runs every day from 10:00 to 19:00. From 2 November 2026 to 31 March 2027 it runs from 10:00 to 17:00 on Monday to Thursday and from 10:00 to 19:00 on Friday to Sunday. Check the timetable for your day, because you cannot count on a fixed interval between departures.
Do not assume the trip is step-free. If you travel with a wheelchair or a walker, ask the operator before you buy a pass.
Using the Batobus well
Three planning points for a day on the boat.
Start anywhere
You can board at any stop, so begin where you are staying or where your first sight is. The pass starts with your first use, so buy it when you board and not the evening before.
Match the boat to the museum
The Musée d'Orsay is closed on Mondays, and it stays open until 21:45 on Thursdays. From 2 November the Batobus runs only until 17:00 on Thursdays, so a late museum visit means another way home. See the Musée d'Orsay page for hours and prices.
Families
Children under 4 travel free, and children aged 4 to 11 pay the child rate of the pass. Reduced prices for large families apply to the 24-hour and 48-hour passes.
Batobus or sightseeing cruise?
Two different tools for two different days.
| Batobus | One-hour sightseeing cruise | |
|---|---|---|
| Stops | Nine, get on and off | None; returns to the starting pier |
| Adult price 2026 | €23 for 24 hours | €15 to €20 per ride |
| Evening | No night service | Departures into the evening |
| Best for | Moving between sights | Seeing the river in one hour |
The two work together. Use the Batobus to travel between sights during the day, and book an evening ride from the night cruise page when the Batobus has stopped. See also Eiffel Tower cruises.
The Batobus: frequently asked questions
How much is a Batobus ticket?
In 2026 an adult pass costs €23 for 24 hours and €27 for 48 hours. A child aged 4 to 11 pays €13 or €17.
Is the Batobus included in a Navigo pass?
No. You need your own Batobus ticket. Some Navigo pass holders can buy a reduced pass at the ticket desk with proof.
How many stops does the Batobus have?
Nine: Tour Eiffel, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Notre Dame, Jardin des Plantes, Hôtel de Ville, Louvre and Place de la Concorde.
How long does a full loop take?
Plan for about 1 hour 45 minutes. The exact time depends on the stops and the river.
Does the Batobus run in winter?
Yes. From 2 November 2026 to 31 March 2027 it runs from 10:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and from 10:00 to 19:00 Friday to Sunday.
Do I need to book ahead?
No. You do not have to buy in advance, and you can board at any stop.