PARIS LIVE MUSIC
The 15 best live music experiences you can book right now, with the price of a seat, how long the programme runs and what the room is like once the lights go down.
Board a glass-topped Bateaux Parisiens boat at the Eiffel Tower for a 150-minute Seine cruise, dinner, and live singing. Choose from central, panoramic, window, or front seating, with vegetarian dishes available. The route passes Les Invalides, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and other illuminated landmarks.
“Great value only thing could have been better is the food”
Spend 150 minutes aboard a Bateaux Mouches dinner boat from Port de la Conférence. You’ll enjoy four French courses, piano and violin music, half a bottle of wine or Champagne, and views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the sparkling Eiffel Tower. Choose the Excellence option for a better chance of a window table.
“We really loved it !the staff were so friendly and helpful. Big thanks to max our waiter. He was amazing celebrating my sisters birthday. The food was soo good !! We really had a good time! Amazing experience! A must do when visiting Paris. Thank you! Merci !”
Cruise Paris on Le Diamant Bleu while enjoying a three-course seasonal meal, live singer and guitar music, and a DJ set. You’ll pass Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Pont Alexandre III, and the Eiffel Tower. Singer Anastasia has drawn special praise for her energy. Vegetarian and vegan meals require 48 hours’ notice.
“Absolutely a wonderful night . Such an amazing party after .food was great and the staff were very attentive . Had to tip them all for such a great night.”
Explore the self-guided Palais Garnier at your own pace, then take a one-hour Seine cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais near the Eiffel Tower. Your tickets are untimed, so you choose when to visit during opening hours, though the opera house and boat pier are separate and the cruise can be crowded.
“The explanation given to all detail in the self guided tour. The way Garnier built this place is amazing. You will certainly have a great time exploring the inside of this marvelous building. It’s truly a must do if you are traveling to Paris.”
Spend 65 minutes with the Ensemble Royal and two guest soloists inside Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, a 12th-century church in the Latin Quarter. The program features Vivaldi’s Spring and Summer, Mozart’s Lacrimosa, Handel’s Largo, and Saint-Saëns’ The Swan. Meet staff outside the church, then pair the concert with dinner near Notre Dame.
“Really enjoyed it. There is nothing like hearing music in a stone church.”
You’ll dine aboard a small Seine boat with guaranteed window seating, a three-course Maxim’s-style meal, champagne, wine, and live singer-pianist entertainment. Choose the earlier 6:45 PM sailing or the longer 9:15 PM option, then glide past the Louvre, Notre Dame, Île de la Cité, and the Eiffel Tower.
“This was a highlight of our trip. The food was amazing and service was wonderful. The servers were helpful with a sense of humor - what more could you ask for? Loved that the captain gave plenty of time for each side of the boat to get photos of the Eiffel Tower. The boat had ac and once we got to the Eiffel Tower our server opened the windows for an unobstructed view, which also gave a wonderful breeze.”
Spend 75 minutes hearing Hélios musicians perform classical favorites inside Saint Germain des Prés, La Madeleine, or Saint Sulpice. Founder and artistic director Paul Savalle brings young and experienced players together for programs ranging from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to Mozart’s Requiem. Arrive 30 minutes early, since the church and seating can vary by booking.
“Wonderful concert. Great atmosphere in the beautiful chirch La Madeleine. Nice musical adventure in the heart of Paris.”
Cruise Paris at night from the Seine with a three-course seasonal dinner, one glass of Champagne, and a live singer. The small boat passes Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower during a 90-minute to two-hour trip. Choose from meat, fish, or vegetarian dishes, with window seats subject to availability.
“Great singing, food was OK, extra for coffee and a steak is a little unusual… but whatever”
Follow Arsène Lupin through the Palais Garnier as you investigate the Count of Cagliostro’s one unsolved secret. This 90-minute game mixes puzzles, actors, and access to the opera house’s grand public spaces. It suits visitors aged 10 and up, but confirm the language before booking, since some sessions have been French-only.
“Unique experience. Good assistance from actors and a very enjoyable experience. A little confusing at first, and assistance was appreciated.”
Sail through central Paris aboard a small Maxim’s dinner boat, with window seating, a three-course meal, Champagne, wine, and live piano music. The 75-minute to two-hour evening route passes Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower. Arrive 30 minutes early at Promenade Édouard Glissant.
“Went on the sunset cruise/ early dinner tour. It was a lovely experience through and through . Great views , lovely set up , good food , good service . It is Important for you to be a bit ahead on time to make sure you find the boat”
Spend an hour with live piano music inside Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, one of Paris’s oldest religious buildings. Depending on your date, Philippe Alègre, Samuel Bismut, Antonin Bonnet, Kazumitsu Ujisawa, or pianist Philippe Alègre with cellist Charbel performs Chopin and other classical favorites. Arrive 30 minutes early for free seating.
Explore Paris’ Palais Garnier with a private certified guide for 90 minutes. You’ll skip the entry line and see the Grand Staircase, Grand Foyer, rotundas, library, Moon and Sun Rooms, and auditorium when open. Nick and Alex are praised for clear stories, humor, patience, and tailoring the visit to your interests.
“Knowledge of history and styof the building on many levels. Ability to skip the lines and crowded tours. Ability to see and understand what in particular interested us the most.”
At Bel Canto Paris, you sit down to a three-course dinner while opera singers move among the tables, performing arias by Mozart, Puccini, Verdi, Bizet, and more. The evening begins at 7:30 pm at 72 Quai de l'Hôtel de Ville and lasts about four hours. Vegetarian meals are available, but drinks cost extra.
“Very pleasant time very good opera singers and good quality meals. I highly recommend reasonable price.Auto-translated”
Join Neda, also listed as Ned, for a 2-hour-10-minute English walking tour through Palais Royal, Rue Saint-Honoré, Place Vendôme, and the Opéra district. Expect stories about French theater, luxury fashion, jewelry, architecture, and perfume. The tour ends at Palais Garnier, with the interior visit optional and not included.
“Neda was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. She really made the shops and atilliers around the opera fascinating. So many luxury shops. I’ve never seen so many together in one spot.”
Spend about two hours exploring Paris’s Palais Garnier with a private guide, then finish at the Galeries Lafayette rooftop. Guides such as Maurizio and Claudia bring architecture, theater gossip, Haussmann’s Paris, and hidden details to life. The tour is in English, but crowds can limit views of the auditorium.
“We really enjoyed our tour with Maurizio. What an interesting and fascinating guide. He made these magnificent buildings come to life! A beautiful addition to our Parisian experience.”
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