9 Paris Bus Tours Compared: The Best Choice?

Not sure which tour bus to choose in Paris? With all these different options, the confusion is understandable. Here’s my clear comparison of routes, prices, and reviews for each service. I’ll tell you which ones are really worth it and which ones you should avoid.

 

⚡ In a rush? Here are my top picks:

• The most unique bus: Amphibian Bus
• The most affordable bus: Foxity
• The most flexible bus: Big Bus

 

Tootbus Paris: The Most Comprehensive Tour

Tootbus Paris offers one of the most complete tours of the city with more than 50 stops and 3 different routes you can take using a single pass.

This “hop-on, hop-off” bus allows you to get off anytime and admire Paris’s wonders up close.

Once you’re done exploring, simply show your pass to the next Tootbus that stops by to resume your trip.

One area where Tootbus stands out from the competition: the buses are 100% electric and have eco-friendly engines!

💰 Rates:

• Hop On – Hop Off 1 day: €45
• Hop On – Hop Off 2 days: €53
• Kids Tour (1h30): €32
• Paris by Night (1h30): €34

😍 What I like:

• The extensive route and the option for a two-day pass.
• The audio guide is available in more than a dozen languages.
•  Tales and legends for children
• The bus is eco-friendly.

😐 What I like less:

• The information in the audio guide can be superficial.

Information and bookings

 

Big Bus: The Most Cultural

With its route and ten stops, the Big Bus will help you discover Paris and its best monuments.

The red route will take you to the city center to see famous sites such as the Champs-Elysées, the Eiffel Tower, and the Grand Palais.

These hop-on, hop-off buses come every 15-20 minutes, providing great flexibility for visiting the city.

💰 Rates:

• Hop On – Hop Off 1 day: €47
• Hop On – Hop Off 2 days: €62
• Paris by Night: €33

😍 What I like:

• These buses are practical to travel from one monument to another without wasting time
• The geolocation system allows you to see the nearest bus stops.

😐 What I like less:

• The top seats can be hard to get when the weather is good
• The frequent delays

Information & bookings

 

Foxity: The Most Affordable

Foxity is also a hop-on, hop-off bus.

It will take you close to Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and many more attractions.

Its rate is one of the most affordable on the list.

A good way to enjoy Paris’ beauty at a lower cost!

💰 Rates: Starting from €31.

😍 What I like:

• Discounted rate for children below 12.
• The possibility to add a 1h cruise on the Seine for €13 (€7 for children).

😐 What I like less:

• No heating
• Some buses are poorly maintained.

Information & bookings

 

ParisCityVision Bus + Cruise: The Ideal Combination

Besides a tour of Paris in a panoramic bus with audio commentaries and video documentaries, Paris City Vision’s City Tour includes a one-hour cruise on the Seine.

Enjoy the beauty of the French city from the river and take in a different point of view on Paris’ most beautiful monuments.

💰 Rates: Starting from €39 per person.

😍 What I like:

• An air-conditioned coach for maximum comfort, even under the warm sun.
• The audio commentaries and reconstitutions of Paris’ most famous attractions.
• The cruise on the Seine included in the pass.

😐 What I like less:

• The waiting time between the bus and the boat

Information & bookings

 

ParisCityVision Night Tour: The Most Nocturnal

It is well-known how beautiful Paris is by night.

Once the sun has set, the capital will display one of the most gorgeous landscapes you have ever seen.

So, why not start your trip a little later?

With this tour, you will discover the many wonders of Paris by night.

You will discover and rediscover the places that make Paris one the most visited city in the world in the best way possible.

💰 Rates: Starting from €32.

😍 What I like:

• The picturesque setting of Paris by night.
• The historical re-enactments and 360° panoramic videos.

😐 What I like less:

• The tour is quite short (1h30)

Information & bookings

 

Amphibian Bus Tour: the most unique

Would you like to do a unique activity in Paris? Don’t wait any further and enjoy this guided tour combining a cruise and a bus tour.

From Paris to Versailles, you will cross the Seine and see the most beautiful Parisian monuments aboard these Amphibian bus boats inspired by the Mercedes Sprinter 4×4.

💰 Rates: €49

😍 What I like:

• An atypical way to discover Paris
• An excellent occasion to go to Versailles and see the castle.

😐 What I like less:

• This is only a one-way ticket so you will need to find a way to return to Paris by yourself.
• You won’t stay on the Seine for the whole ride.

Information & bookings

 

Bustronome: The Most Gastronomic

More than a simple bus, the Bustronome is a real moving restaurant.

Once the sun has set on Paris, it’s time to climb in.

Your driver will take you on a trip around Paris’ most famous monuments while you will be free to enjoy a French six-course meal and a bottle of wine.

An audio guide available in several languages will be the perfect side dish to accompany your gourmet menu.

💰 Rates: Starting from €70.

😍 What I like:

• The opportunity to ask for a vegetarian, vegan, etc. menu in advance.
• The children’s menu for kids below 10.

😐 What I like less:

• Food can sometimes be not hot anymore
• The dishes aren’t very generous

Information and bookings

 

2-hour “Eternal Paris” tour in a 2CV

You don’t want to share your trip with dozens of tourists?

Then, why not try out a very French means of locomotion?

💰 Rates: from €229

😍 What I like:

• The original concept of using a 2CV to discover Paris in a new way.
• A perfect tour for a romantic date.

😐 What I like less:

• The price.

Information & bookings

 

Velo Bus Tour: the Most Fun

Embark on this Velo Bus with friends for a tour of Paris. Sit with a group of 15 people at most and cross Paris while eating sweet or savory delicacies.

You will be able to choose your drinks from mocktails to beer. You will also be able to have brunch on board with viennoiseries, hot drinks and juices among others.

💰 Rates: €216 for a group of 8 people

😍 What I like:

• It is possible to eat on the bike bus and there are several options
• It is available all week long

😐 What I like less:

• It is a bit expensive for a 1h to 2h long tour

Information and bookings

 

Recap table

	Hop-on, hop-off	Stops	Duration	Rate
Tootbus Paris	Yes	50	Between 1h30 and 2 days	€45
Big Bus	Yes	10	Between 2 hours and 2 days	€47
Foxity	Yes	10	Between 2 hours and 2 days	€31
PariCityVision Bus + Cruise	No	None	2h30	€39
PariCityVision Night Bus	No	None	1h30	€32
Amphibian Bus Tour	No	None	1h30	€49
Bustronome	No	None	Between 1h30 and 2h45	€70
2CV Paris Tour	No	None	2h	€229
Velo Bus Tour	No	None	1h30	€216