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Les Bateaux Lyonnais - Boat cruises

Treat yourself to a guided cruise on the rivers Rhône and Saône

Cruises and city tours

Last updated date : 31/03/2026

Keen to visit Lyon? The best way to explore the city is by boat. There are several guided cruises to choose from, whether you’re travelling alone or in a group. Enjoy the Les Bateaux Lyonnais experience as you cruise from the Old Lyon district to La Confluence!  

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Step aboard one of the Bateaux Lyonnais fleet's sightseeing boats and discover the city from the water. As you travel from Île Barbe to La Confluence, the banks of the Saône will reveal their charms, and you will see the city’s architecture in a whole new light. These guided cruises are also available as lunch or dinner options aboard the Hermès and Hermès 2 restaurant boats. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy authentic cuisine in a unique setting.  

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Lunch cruise on board the Hermès
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As Low as€79.00

Brunch on board the Hermès II
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As Low as€69.00

Discovery Cruise around Barbe Island
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As Low as€15.00

Lyon in a different way - Sightseeing cruise
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One-day cruise on the Hermès boat
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As Low as€99.00

Lunch cruise on board the Hermès II
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As Low as€79.00

Dinner cruise on board the Hermès
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As Low as€89.00

Dinner cruise on board the Hermès II
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Practical information

Address

2 quai des Célestins Lieu d'embarquement des promenades - 69002 Lyon 2ème

Languages

English, French

Prices

Adult: 15 €
Child (3-10 years): 9 €.

Free entry for children under 3.
Group rate available for 20 people or more.

Please arrive no earlier than 10.30 am or no later than 20 minutes before departure at the ticket office at 2, quai des Célestins, Lyon 2e to check in. Reservations can be made at the Tourist Office on 04 72 77 69 69, subject to availability.
Groups of 20 or more, please contact us.

Included Lyon City Card & Lyon City Card 1 year - subject to availability

Openings

From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.

Accessibility

  • Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
  • Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities

Cruises and city tours

Les Bateaux Lyonnais - Boat cruises

2 quai des Célestins Lieu d'embarquement des promenades - 69002 Lyon 2ème

04 78 17 50 27

www.lesbateauxlyonnais.com/en

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