Batobus hop-on hop-off river shuttle
Batobus runs a hop-on hop-off river shuttle with 9 stops along the Seine. We compare its pass: check it on Viator for your date, and how it compares with a sightseeing cruise.
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The Batobus pass in our comparison
Facts from the operator's own site and the sellers' listings.
| Cruise | Operator | Departs from | Length | Commentary | Ticket | Operator's adult price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batobus hop-on hop-off pass | Batobus | 9 stops along the Seine | 2 h | Audio guide app (free) | Pass: 24-hour pass and 48-hour pass; Viator says it is valid from first boarding | €23 for a 24-hour pass Batobus' site, 27 October 2026 |
What to expect
Who runs it. Batobus runs a hop-on hop-off river shuttle with 9 stops; we compare its pass. The crew give information about the main sights near each stop, but Batobus says this is not a guided tour.
Commentary. Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: a free audio guide app, as the operator states.
Tickets. Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: 24-hour pass and 48-hour pass; Viator says a pass is valid from first boarding.
Length. Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: 2 h. Batobus' route page gives 2 h for the full route and about 15 minutes between stops; its FAQ says the full loop takes 1 h 45 without stopping.
Hours. 1 October to 1 November 2026: every day, 10:00 to 19:00 (batobus.com).
Also on its site. Its site also sells the DUO LIBERTÉ pass: 48 hours of Batobus and 48 hours of Big Bus tour buses. We don't compare those yet.
Compared. a sightseeing cruise against Batobus (one trip or a pass).
- You want to use the river to get around between sights
- You want to get off and back on with one pass (Viator sells 24-hour pass and 48-hour pass)
- You want a guided sightseeing cruise: Batobus says its crew's tips are not a guided tour
- You need step-free access: ask the operator about the pier and boarding before you book
Our view, based on the facts on this page.
Where to board
Addresses and transport from the operator's site, unless marked.
- BoardingBoard at any of the 9 stops. The Tour Eiffel stop is at Port de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris; Batobus names Bir-Hakeim, Trocadéro and Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel as the nearest stations.
Stops and sights
The stops as the operator lists them.
| Cruise | Stops the operator lists | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Batobus hop-on hop-off pass | Tour Eiffel, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Notre-Dame, Jardin des Plantes, Hôtel de Ville, Louvre, Place de la Concorde | batobus.com, 24 October 2026 |
Other operators
Each runs its own boats.
Questions about Batobus
Where does Batobus leave from?
From any of its 9 stops: Tour Eiffel, Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Notre-Dame, Jardin des Plantes, Hôtel de Ville, Louvre and Place de la Concorde.
Does Batobus have a live guide?
Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: a free audio guide app, as the operator states.
How much does Batobus cost?
Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: €23 for a 24-hour pass on the operator's site, read 27 October 2026. Viator prices for a date are in the ticket list on this page.
How long does it take?
Batobus hop-on hop-off pass: 2 h, from the sellers' listings.
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