A date night in Paris: why not a romantic dinner cruise?
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Paris is full of ideas for couples looking for things to do, but few can rival a dinner cruise on the Seine. Fine dining, views of the illuminated monuments, live music… the Diamant Bleu offers two unique experiences starting at €69 per person, Tuesday through Sunday.
Paris offers a thousand ways to enjoy a romantic evening. Yet there is one experience that surpasses them all in magic: dinner while gliding along the Seine, with the illuminated monuments passing by before your eyes, a glass in hand and music in the air.
Book a romantic dinner cruise!
The Blue Diamond is a state-of-the-art houseboat-yacht, designed like a luxury yacht. Its 400-square-meter dining room is entirely glass-enclosed (featuring 34 massive floor-to-ceiling windows), ensuring a panoramic view of Paris throughout the evening, from appetizers to dessert.
- Sliced tomatoes, burratina - Raw bluefin tuna - Whole duck foie gras from the Southwest (+10 €)
- Tender free-range chicken, slow-cooked, with creamy spinach - Sea bream fillet with silky sweet potato purée - Roasted butturnut squash with cumin
- Caramelized puff pastry shell, red fruit compote, Madagascar vanilla cream
Vegetarian, gluten-free, food allergies
Advantage: The menu changes three times a year (May 1, October 1, February 1) and caters to all dietary needs: halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free.
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Formula
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Adult Rate
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Child rate (ages 3–8)
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Gourmet cruise
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89€
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59€
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Sparkling Package (+1/2 bottle of champagne)
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119€
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-
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VIP Option (table by the bay window)
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+15€
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-
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Option Prestige (proue du bateau)
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+20€
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-
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Birthday Option (3-Chocolate Cake)
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+10€
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-
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Looking for a more intimate atmosphere and a touch of Italy? The Théo is a 39-meter houseboat that was completely renovated in 2023, featuring large panoramic windows and a furnished terrace on the upper deck.
On board, the Trattoria en Seine : an authentic Italian restaurant that cruises along the Seine. Italian lounge music, fresh homemade pasta, signature tiramisu… Italy comes to Paris, as the river flows by.
Eggplant Parmigiana with Homemade Tomato Compote and Basil
- Tortiglioni with Bolognese sauce - Mezze rigatoni with truffles, cream, mushrooms, and Parmesan - Spinach, fig, and Parmesan ravioli with four-cheese sauces - Tagliatelle with salmon and lemon sauce
Tiramisu Signature
Vegetarian, gluten-free, food allergies
Advantage: A Spritz package (+13€) to kick off the evening with an Aperol Spritz while cruising down the Seine. Perfect for a romantic aperitif with a view.
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Formula
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Adult Rate
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Child rate
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Italian dinner
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69€
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49€
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VIP Option (table by the bay window)
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+10€
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-
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Spritz Option (includes Aperol Spritz)
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+13€
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-
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Birthday Option
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+10€
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-
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Do you prefer daytime outings? The Diamant Bleu also offers an all-you-can-eat gourmet brunch on Sunday afternoons, featuring lounge music and a panoramic view of the Seine.
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Sortie
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Price per person
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Time
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Fine Dining
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View of Paris
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Uniqueness
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Diamant Bleu Dinner Cruise
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79€
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2h30
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⭐5/5
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⭐5/5
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⭐5/5
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Italian Dinner with Theo
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69€
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2h
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⭐4/5
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⭐5/5
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⭐5/5
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Fine dining restaurant
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80-150€
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2h
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⭐5/5
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⭐1/5
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⭐2/5
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A ride in a vintage 2CV
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60-120€
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1-2h
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✗
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⭐3/5
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⭐3/5
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Escape game
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20-40€
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1h
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✗
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✗
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⭐2/5
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Guided Tour of Montmartre
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30-60€
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2h
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✗
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⭐2/5
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⭐2/5
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Traditional houseboat
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15-20€
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1h
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✗
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⭐4/5
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⭐1/5
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Note: A traditional riverboat offers a simple cruise with no meals or music. The Diamant Bleu dinner cruise is a complete experience: fine dining + panoramic views + live music—all for a price comparable to that of a traditional fine-dining restaurant.
A dinner cruise on the Seine is one of the most romantic experiences in Paris: views of the illuminated landmarks, fine dining, and live music—all while cruising along. Le Diamant Bleu offers two options: gourmet French (starting at €79) and Italian (starting at €69).
Dinner cruises in Paris range from €69 to over €300 per person, depending on the provider. Le Diamant Bleu offers packages starting at €69 (Italian dinner on the Théo) and €79 (gourmet cruise on the Diamant Bleu), with champagne and VIP options available.
Yes, online reservations are required. Weekends and special occasions (Valentine’s Day, birthdays) often book up several weeks in advance. Please make your reservation as soon as possible to secure your spot.
The dinner cruise in Paris aboard the Diamant Bleu lasts 2.5 hours. The Italian cruise on the Théo is underway 2h00. Sunday brunch lasts 2h00.
The Blue Diamond is a large houseboat-yacht (400 m², accommodating up to 400 passengers) featuring gourmet French cuisine, a live singer, and a live DJ, all in a festive atmosphere. The Théo is a more intimate houseboat (39 m, fully renovated in 2023), featuring authentic Italian cuisine, lounge music, and a furnished terrace: perfect for a cozy evening.
Yes, both boats offer a birthday package (+€10) that includes a cake. Please specify this when making your reservation.
Yes. Le Diamant Bleu offers a children’s menu (ages 3–8) for €59. Le Théo offers a children’s menu for €49. There is no minimum age requirement, but please let us know if you’ll be bringing a stroller when you make your reservation.
Both boats depart from the same pier: 2 Rue du Ranelagh, Paris 16th arrondissement, just a stone’s throw from the Eiffel Tower, accessible via the RER C line (Avenue du Président Kennedy station).
Writer for Le Diamant Bleu · Passionate about fine dining and unique Parisian experiences. She shares the best ways to enjoy Paris from the Seine.
