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Top 15 France Night Tours

23 night tours  ·  from $18 a head

The good France night tours fill up days ahead and the evening slots go first. Below: the 15 worth booking early, what each includes and how they differ.

Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary - Les Invalides and Musée d’Orsay from the water
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Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

1.Paris: Illuminations River Cruise with Audio Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 12,340 reviews · 1 hour · from $20Our pick

Cruise from the Eiffel Tower past Les Invalides, Musée d’Orsay, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and Grand Palais. You get a one-hour round trip, open-air decks, indoor seating, multilingual audio, and a smartphone app with site notes, photo filters, and games. Evening departures are best for illuminated landmarks.

“Really enjoyed it and very scenic. Just wish they would announce each monument as we passed it instead of just a few”

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Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus - Starting opposite the Arc de Triomphe
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Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

2.Paris: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,168 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Take a two-hour panoramic night ride from 156 Avenue des Champs-Élysées past Paris landmarks lit after dark. You will hear digital commentary in nine languages, ride on an open-top double-decker when weather allows, and often reach the Eiffel Tower in time for its sparkling display. The route is continuous, not hop-on, hop-off.

“The historical narrative and the opportunities to capture photos. To be in the city at a very cold time this was an excellent way to see the beauty of Paris at night...comfortably @”

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Paris: Illuminated Evening River Cruise & Waffle Tasting - The route from Les Invalides to the Eiffel Tower
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Paris: Illuminated Evening River Cruise & Waffle Tasting

3.Paris: Illuminated Evening River Cruise & Waffle Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,697 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Take a one-hour Seine cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais, choosing the glass-covered lower deck or open upper deck. See Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower lit at night, with audio commentary in multiple languages. A separate waffle or crêpe at Trocadéro adds a sweet finish, though it is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the boat.

“The cruise was awesome at night. We had to wait until the last boat in order to benefit from night lights along the Seine. The boat was very big so lots of people, but it was fun with people shouting and hailing us from the shore. Only problem was we pitched up without having gone for a waffle, as we didn't want one, and as a result it was tricky to get a code to get on then boat. This was not so clear on the instructions. Otherwise I would recommend.”

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Paris: Happy Hour Evening Cruise on the Seine River - Choosing the right departure time
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Paris: Happy Hour Evening Cruise on the Seine River

4.Paris: Happy Hour Evening Cruise on the Seine River

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,673 reviews · 1h 30m · from $18Best value

Spend 90 minutes cruising the Seine from central Paris, passing Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Île de la Cité, and the Eiffel Tower. The boat has a covered cabin, panoramic terrace, music, and a bar selling rosé, beer, wine, and champagne. It is a relaxed sightseeing ride, not a guaranteed narrated tour, so choose it for atmosphere and views.

“The only quibble was could not get a seat on the top deck, had to sit downstairs”

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Paris: Discover Paris by Night in a Vintage Car with a Local - Starting from your hotel and getting your bearings
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Paris: Discover Paris by Night in a Vintage Car with a Local

5.Paris: Discover Paris by Night in a Vintage Car with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,058 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $81

Ride through Paris after sunset in a private classic Citroën 2CV with a French, English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking driver-guide. Expect the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, Montmartre, and photo stops, with a route that can be adjusted to your interests.

“Our drivers were amazing! They were flexible with the rain and worked well together as our family was in 2 cars.”

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Paris by Night Walking Tour: Ghosts, Mysteries and Legends - The Conciergerie and the memory of Marie Antoinette
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Paris by Night Walking Tour: Ghosts, Mysteries and Legends

6.Paris by Night Walking Tour: Ghosts, Mysteries and Legends

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 924 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $18

Walk central Paris for about two hours with an English-speaking guide, beginning near Pont Neuf and ending by Hôtel de Ville. Hear dark stories tied to the Conciergerie, Square du Vert-Galant, Saint-Germain-l’Auxerrois, the French Revolution, and Paris under occupation. Expect more grim history than pure ghost hunting.

“Sylvia was a great host. She was very knowledgeable and personable. She presented her material well.”

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Paris Big Bus Open Top Panoramic Night Tour - The Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars
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Paris Big Bus Open Top Panoramic Night Tour

7.Paris Big Bus Open Top Panoramic Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 874 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

See Paris lit up from an open-top Big Bus on a two-hour evening loop from the Champs-Élysées. You’ll pass the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Moulin Rouge, Notre-Dame, Palais Garnier, and Seine, with commentary in eight languages, free Wi-Fi, and the Eiffel Tower’s sparkling lights. The roof closes in poor weather.

“Get there early for a seat on the top level. Wonderful views with lots of stops for selfies. Set you ear phones before leaving.”

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Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour - Starting near the Eiffel Tower and Dupleix
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Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour

8.Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 819 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Ride through evening Paris with a guide such as Andrew, Toby, or Annie, passing Notre Dame, the Louvre, Pont des Arts, and the Eiffel Tower. This 2.5-hour small-group tour suits most fitness levels, with bikes and helmets supplied, regular photo stops, and more riding than narration.

“It was a great experience. If you're solo traveling and staying in Paris for short time, you definitely take this tour. Zoe and Vladimir(tour guides) were helpful and amazing. It was a lot of fun with them. I had an amazing time.”

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Paris Illuminations Tour with Moulin Rouge Show and Cruise Option - Moulin Rouge’s Féerie revue is the main event
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Paris Illuminations Tour with Moulin Rouge Show and Cruise Option

9.Paris Illuminations Tour with Moulin Rouge Show and Cruise Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 702 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $234

See Paris lit up from an air-conditioned vehicle, passing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, and Montmartre. Then watch Moulin Rouge’s Féerie revue with Champagne. The optional Seine cruise is used on another day, not the same night. Expect shared tables, app-based audio, and a late return.

“The Moulin Rouge Show was spectacular! Beautiful women, costumes and music. Champagne was delicious. The bus tour itself was very disappointing. I realize it may have been because it was so close to the Olympics, but it was still not like anything described on your site.”

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Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour - Starting near the Eiffel Tower and Dupleix
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Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour

10.Paris Evening Snapshot Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 479 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Ride through central Paris as the evening lights come on, passing the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, Académie Française, and Seine. Your English-speaking guide leads at an easy pace, with bikes and helmets included. Some departures also finish with a Seine cruise, wine, or an ice cream stop, so confirm the current format when booking.

“Great So nice to see Paris by night And to finish by the boat ! Thank you to our Guide Toby”

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Paris by Night - Montmartre, artists, and the best city view
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Paris by Night

11.Paris by Night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 405 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $199Top rated

Ride through Paris at night in a private vintage Citroen 2CV with a guide such as Nicolas, Nico, or Romain. You’ll pass the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, Palais Garnier, the Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame, with Champagne and personal pickup within Paris included.

“I had no idea what to expect, but this was one of our most enlightening and entertaining parts of our trip. The views are incredible, but the information behind the views make it exceptional. Nico is such a perfect tour guide to the city.”

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Paris and Montmartre 2CV Tour by Night with Champagne - The Eiffel Tower after the lights come on
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Paris and Montmartre 2CV Tour by Night with Champagne

12.Paris and Montmartre 2CV Tour by Night with Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 368 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Ride through illuminated Paris in a private Citroën 2CV for about two hours. Your multilingual driver-guide picks you up anywhere in Paris, serves Champagne, and takes you past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Montmartre, and Sacré Coeur. Guides such as Remy, Bernard, Daniel, and Antoine have earned praise for good stories and photos.

“Fantastic driver, exceeded expectations. Made sure we got a chance to see the Eiffel Tower sparkle! The car was spectacular.”

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Private tour of Paris by Night with Champagne - Starting from a central Paris hotel or restaurant
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Private tour of Paris by Night with Champagne

13.Private tour of Paris by Night with Champagne

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 323 reviews · 2 hours · from $140

Spend two hours touring Paris at night in a private convertible Citroen 2CV with an English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish-speaking driver-guide. You will pass the Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, Opera Garnier, and Sacre Coeur, with Champagne included.

“My husband and I had a great time. Our guide, Gabriel, was excellent. He drove through city streets that gave us a real feel of night life in Paris (especially watching people visiting several art galleries on some of the streets). Excellent experience!”

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Monaco & Monte-Carlo by night - Two hours around Monaco’s old town
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Monaco & Monte-Carlo by night

14.Monaco & Monte-Carlo by night

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 100 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $78

Leave Nice at 7:30 p.m. for a small-group evening trip to Monaco. You’ll stop at the Moyenne Corniche, explore Monaco’s old town and Prince’s Palace area, then spend time in Monte-Carlo before circling the Formula 1 route. Guides such as Matt, Igor, and Giorgi have earned praise for clear commentary and helpful local tips.

“The guide was very friendly and suggested good places to see in Monaco and made our experience super good.”

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Exclusive! Bordeaux: Nighttime Highlights Walking Tour - Meeting Saïd in the center
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Exclusive! Bordeaux: Nighttime Highlights Walking Tour

15.Exclusive! Bordeaux: Nighttime Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 85 reviews · 2 hours · from $64

Spend two hours walking through central Bordeaux after dark with Saïd, a multilingual guide who brings the city’s monuments, squares, medieval gates, and local stories to life. You’ll stop for photos, learn about Bordeaux’s past and present, enjoy one cannelé pastry, and get practical ideas for food and nightlife.

“Said is an excellent tour guide! He is knowledgable, entertaining and fun. He knows Bordeaux really well. We highly recommend him!”

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