Paris is undoubtedly one of the most popular and well-known cities in the world. Also affectionately known as the “City of Lights,” there is truly something for all kinds of travelers to enjoy in this metropolis. Aside from world-famous landmarks (like the Eiffel Tower or Notre Dame), you will also discover tons of shopping opportunities, incredible architecture, and cuisine as you’ve never experienced it before. There is just so much to do and see that you might want to consider spending a few days in Paris before or after your cruise, to ensure you get to do everything you desire.
There is a nice selection of cruise lines that currently offer cruises from Paris. Among them are AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, CroisiEurope, Uniworld River Cruises, and Viking River Cruises. River cruises usually offer great value with incredible service, cuisine, and accommodations. Some river cruise lines even offer complimentary shore excursions, so you can make the most of your time in Paris and other ports that you visit. The most ideal time to visit Paris is between April and June, or October and November. This is when the weather is still enjoyable but there are less crowds. If you are looking for the most cost-effective time to visit Paris, consider going between December and February.
AmaWaterways offers a fantastic selection of 7- to 8-night cruises from Paris onboard the beautiful AmaLyra. Uniworld River Cruises is an all-inclusive cruise line featuring 7- and 14-night itineraries from Paris to Europe, or roundtrip Paris, onboard several of it’s “super ships,” S.S. Bon Voyage, S.S. Catherine, S.S. Joie de Vivre.
Avalon Waterways features a ton of cruises to Europe and the Mediterranean from Paris onboard several ships, including Avalon Artistry II, Avalon Imagery II, Avalon Poetry II, Avalon Tapestry II, Avalon Tranquility II. Likewise, Viking River does a bunch of 7-night Western Europe cruises from Paris, while CroisiEurope offers short 4- to 6-night Western Europe voyages, and a few 3-night cruises that spend the entire time in Paris.
British-based river cruise line Riviera River Cruises will feature a few 7-night sailings along the Seine River onboard their ship, MS Jane Austen, during Spring and Fall 2020.
There are also a few cruise lines that dock in port Le Havre, which is about a 2.5-hour drive from Paris. AmaWaterway’s ship AmaDante does a cruise departing from Le Havre and ending in Paris. Cunard Line’s flagship ocean liner, Queen Mary 2, offers a few Transatlantic crossings from Le Havre to New York. MSC Cruises offers a nice selection of Northern Europe itineraries onboard their feature-filled ships, MSC Magnifica and MSC Preziosa. Specialty cruise line Ponant’s newest explorer, Le Commandant Charcot, also features Northern Europe itineraries from this port. Princess, another mainstream cruise line, features the widest selection of Northern Europe and Transatlantic cruises from Le Havre onboard ships Crown Princess and Regal Princess.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Paris, along with a brief description:
♦ The Eiffel Tower
When thinking of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is probably the first image to comes to mind! This towering icon is a symbol of Paris and visited by many travelers each year. Admiring it from the ground is magnificent in itself, but you can also go to the top for an additional fee. If you have time before or after your cruise, you definitely don’t want to miss catching a glimpse of this tower at night – it lights up and illuminates the surrounding area, creating a very magical and memorable experience. It’s an activity that is perfect for honeymooners, couples, families, and travelers of all ages.
♦ Moulin Rouge
You simply cannot visit Paris without experiencing the world-famous Moulin Rouge! Housed in a 19th century windmill building (which is an attraction in itself), you can catch the full dinner and show experience. Prepare to be impressed by breathtaking music, high-energy dances, colorful costumes and other entertaining performances (such as roller-skating acts) that will capture your attention like none other.
♦ Louvre Museum
Another can’t-miss attraction is Paris is the prominent Louvre Museum, which houses acclaimed artwork, including the original Mona Lisa. The striking architectural structure of this museum is the first to take your breath away, followed by a massive collection of art, artifacts, and collections. You can choose to explore this museum on your own or opt for a guided tour to ensure that you see everything you’re interested in learning about (since the museum is very large, it is highly recommended to take a guided tour).
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