La Seine – Paris

A wonderful sightseen from Paris. Just amazing how much beauty there is around the whole city. From everywhere around the river you can discover yourself in a magical place.
You can enjoy La Seine from a boat or walk tour, and over the Voltaire street you can see the wonderful Institute of France in front while you wait for the bus or your touristic bus.
Also you have the Louvre Museum only 5 minutes away and there are a lot of tours by boat and many restaurants and coffee shops at the edge.

The seine is absolutely stunning and you’ll find yourself drawn to it throughout your trip. Just walking along the river and hanging out on the old and lively bridges is worth the trip to paris alone!

Very scenic.
We love walking along Le seine river. There are a lot to see along the river. We do frequent stops to take photos along the walk

Beautiful, lots of views and probably the most recognized item within the city of Paris. The Seine River provides you with some fantastic vantage points of the city and its bridges are fantastic in nearly all facets. There are several dining options that run up the Seine and even river cruised that can take you on tours of the city. The only downside to this particular River is that it’s not the cleanest thing on earth and I wouldn’t necessarily recommend swimming in it lol. Overall, a great River in a beautiful city.

We were drawn to the banks of the Seine from the moment we arrived in Paris. Prior to our arrival, there was heavier than normal rains, and parts of the walkway along its banks were submerged, however, views from the streets are as stunning. We walked from our hotel (near Notre Dame Cathedral) along the banks (where we could) and there were always people along its shores. The river itself was flowing very fast and was an unappealing brown color, but I believe that was from sediment washed into it from the rains.
One evening, strolling back to Notre Dame from the Eiffel Tower, we walked the lower banks… there were people everywhere. Groups of friends gathered sharing a bottle of wine, to musicians singing or playing the latest hits, to vendors peddling their wares, to lovers staring into each other’s eyes, to people just enjoying the beauty of the river, others just people watching. it certainly adds a sense of adventure to your visit. It’s truly magical to walk along the banks of the Seine at midnight and encounter so many people enjoying its shores.
Several of the bridges that cross the Seine allow locks to be adhered to its handrails. You’re supposed to engrave (or write) the name of you and your loved one, lock it to a spot over the river, and toss the key into the waters of the Seine. It symbolizes everlasting love. How romantic is that?

If you’re short on time and need a quick overview of Parisian architecture and history, come for the cruise to get a guided or audio tour. Along the river, you’ll see most if not all the iconic monuments and buildings (Eiffel Tower, Louvre, etc.) in the city. The best time to ogle at the Parisian skyline is in the evening during which lights are turned on, but if you want to take good pictures along the river, definitely come here during the daytime.
Pro tip: Take a selfie stick with you!

The Seine is a must see.

As we walked along the La Seine River, there were some rickshaws for hire. So, we took one and paid 9euro or so, to take us to the Orsay Museum. It’s fun to stroll along the river, take in the sights, do some people watching, souvenir shopping, and also make your way over to Pont des Arts Bridge. :) Just don’t recommend swimming in the river; looks very dirty/​mucky.

My most favorite tourist thing we did was taking a group tour boat ride of the river!!! It’s really fun, and I enjoyed it very much! It was part of a dinner package with bus tour Illuminating Lights at night, and with Seine boat cruise! It’s actually romantic too :)

La Seine est connue dans le monde entier et idéalisée dans de nombreux films et spots publicitaires. C’est donc un incontournable de Paris et qu’on le veuille ou nous, on se retrouve forcément à proximité à un moment donné et notre regard né peux que s’y attarder un moment.
Il n’y a qu’à voir les nombreuses personnes qui se prennent en photo devant elle, c’est un monument et une attraction touristique à elle seule. On peut simplement y passer ou la traverser, descendre sur ses quais pour y flâner, s’y reposer ou piqué-​niquer, la prendre comme prétexte pour aller se point d’intérêt à un autre, etc.
Mais autant elle peut ressembler à un égout à ciel ouvert la première fois qu’on la voit avec ses berges très minéralisées, ses voitures rive droite, ses ports de passagers ou de marchandise, ses eaux troubles charriant quelques détritus, autant on l’apprécie de plus en plus au fur et à mesure qu’on la découvre au fil des nombreuses promenades, des différentes heures de la journée, depuis les différents monuments qui se trouvent sur ses rives, etc.
J’affectionne particulièrement les quais autour des îles de la Cité et de Saint-​Louis, les voies sur berge rive gauche réaménagées depuis leur fermeture à la circulation ou tout simplement la perspective qu’elle offre depuis l’un de ses nombreux ponts, notamment celle depuis les ponts devant le Louvre avec en toile de fond le jardin des Tuileries, le Grand Palais et le pont Alexandre III.
Mais pour découvrir la Seine autrement que sous les dorures et les statues des grands monuments parisiens, direction des coins moins connus comme :
* les quais du XIIIe arrondissement et l’architecture avant-​gardiste de la bibliothèque François Mitterrand et de la Cité de la mode et du Design
* le jardin Tino Rossi et ses sculptures en plein air (Ve arrondissement)
* les anciennes voies sur berge rive gauche réaménagées en une belle promenade (VIIe arrondissement)
* l’île des Cygnes avec sa statue de la Liberté et le pont de Bir-​Hakeim (XVe arrondissement)

I don’t do too many reviews of rivers but on 7÷11÷2013 I took a riverboat ride on the Seine (how many stars do you give a river?). As I was told, it is a great way to to view Paris. Plus, I took photos.

I recently had a whopping 8 hour layover at CDG on my way back to the States, so I decided to make the most of my midday break. I stored my luggage with Bagages du Monde in Terminal 2, hopped on the train, and headed into town. This was a definite whirlwind day, with me attempting to maximize the big sites, seeing as it was my only time in Paris thus far.
I got off the metro, stepped out, and boom! I was right in front of the Eiffel Tower. How cool! Look, I’m a heavy traveler and while I’m generally sort of meh on big touristy sites.. . c’mon, it’s the Eiffel Tower! And it was right there!
I walked along the Seine for a while. I’d stop, take in the view, take some photos, then slowly walk on. I eventually crossed the river at Pont d’iena in front of the Eiffel Tower, then walked down the river before eventually wandering down various streets and making my way to the Arc de Triomphe. It really was a lovely way to spend an afternoon and I highly, highly suggest it.
Also, I was a single female and felt perfectly safe the entire time. Yes, there are panhandlers and scammers– just tell them no, ignore them, whatever. Several that came up to me led with, «Do you speak English?» to which I said, «Absolutely not.» I walked off as they sat bewildered. A firm no and a glaring b-​face will get you far in world travels, let me tell you.

Seine River is an extensively long river in Paris. Perfect place to take pictures near the river, the 30 something bridges on it, as well as the trees near it.
If you have time, make sure to do one of the boat rides. There are a few different companies which do a 1 – 2 hour tours with or without food options. They have day tours as well as evening/​night tours on the boats. You can learn more about the monuments which you pass in the boat ride. And of-​course you will see the Eiffel Tower from many different angles.
I opted to go on the boat ride in the evening on the seine river. It was nice to see all the city lights from the river. It gets super chilly/​cold in November and the onward winter months so don’t forget to take your coat and scarf.
Even if you do not get to go on the boat ride at least pass by the magnificent seine river, it’s 1 – 2 miles walking distance from the Eiffel Tower.

C’est la rivière romantique qui conte à travers Paris. C’est un endroit parfait
pour les touristes qui veulent visiter les attractions
beaux qui sont sur les berges du fleuve. J’ai visité la Seine deux ou trois fois
quand j’ai passé mes vacances en France et c’est
spectaculaire. Rien de plus.