One of the only unfortunate things about Paris is that there is simply far too much to see on a single visit. Tourists from all the over world find themselves winging their way into the city of romance without a clue as to how to soak up everything Paris has to offer.
Who can blame them? The districts of France’s capital are awash with iconic art, outstanding architecture and superb food. Any attempts to see everything in the city normally ends with sore feet and not having enjoyed much of it in the first place.
Thankfully, river cruises to Paris are the ideal way to set your own pace when exploring the city. Rather than whistle stop tour of the city, you can expect a tranquil journey that lets you see the intricate details that make visiting Paris a bucket list favourite.
The lifeblood of Paris is the river Seine, which weaves it way through classic Paris landmarks and has an abundance of culture lining its banks. River cruises to Paris are perfect for becoming more acquainted with this remarkable river as you spend days, rather than afternoons, discovering the very best of the most romantic city in the world.
The Seine is over 486 miles long, flowing through Paris all the way to the English Channel. If you were to being your cruise further afield, the banks of the river change rapidly as you approach the city, going from rural farmlands to Parisian houses in the space of a couple of hours. But when you’re in the city proper, the river Seine is the ideal place from which to the view the greatest sights of Paris.
If you’re taking a river cruise to Paris then a camera is an absolute must, if you can keep up with the flurry of classic sights coming your way. It’s easy to become swamped by the crowds when you’re looking for a photo opportunity at the Louvre, but here you’re casually gliding through the water while sparing your feet.
A superb part of any tour of the Seine is hopping off onto the left or right bank and touring the clusters of market stalls that appear spontaneously during the afternoons. From rare books to delicacies, this is what embodies the real spirit of Paris much, much more than queuing for entry into the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel tower.
River cruises to Paris really are the epitome of exploring the city at its most inspiring, which is removed from the queues, removed from the tourist traps and all while enjoying one of the finest cities in the world at a blissful, tranquil pace.
