The 5 Best Concerts & Shows in France

1.3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,248 reviews · 2h 30m · from $135Our pick

Set sail from the Eiffel Tower for a 150-minute dinner on a glass-sided Bateaux Parisiens boat. Choose from several seating and meal packages, from central tables to privileged window seats. Expect a three-course menu, wine or champagne depending on your package, live singing, and night views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, and Paris’s illuminated bridges.

“It was AMAZING !!! One of the best evening here and I celebrate my birthday. I highly recommended ♥️🫶🏻”

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2.4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,827 reviews · 2h 30m · from $153

Board near Pont de l’Alma for a 150-minute Bateaux Mouches dinner cruise through central Paris. You’ll enjoy four French courses, half a bottle of wine or Champagne, live piano and violin, and views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower sparkling at night. Window-priority seating is available with the Excellence option.

“The service was great. very friendly staff and willingness to help was very professional.”

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3.Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,531 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $69

Cruise the Seine aboard Le Diamant Bleu with a seasonal three-course dinner, singer-guitar duo, and DJ. You will pass Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower, with time on the upper deck for photos. Vegetarian and vegan meals require 48 hours’ notice. Sunday departures are listed at 2 Rue du Ranelagh.

“Was very smooth and comfortable on the cruise. food was delicious and entertainment was very enjoyable - Anastasia was great at engaging the crowd! Views from the top were spectacular - perfect timing to view the Eiffel Tower ‘sparkle’. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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4.Classical Music Concert in Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 791 reviews · 1h 5m · from $46Best value

Spend 65 minutes with Ensemble Royal and two guest soloists inside Saint-Julien-le-Pauvre, one of Paris’ oldest churches. Hear familiar works including Vivaldi’s Spring and Summer, Mozart’s Lacrimosa, Handel’s Largo, and Saint-Saëns’ The Swan. The English and French host meets you outside, and the Latin Quarter is ready for dinner afterward.

“Superb concert- amazing musicians opera soloist and virtuoso solo violinist. The music evoked a fantastic atmosphere in the beautiful setting of St Julien de Pauvre-a special evening. Thank you so much!”

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5.Seine River Cruise with 3-Course Dinner & Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 570 reviews · 75 minutes - 2 hours · from $182

Board near the Musée d’Orsay for a 75-minute to two-hour Seine dinner cruise with guaranteed window seating, a champagne aperitif, wine, a three-course Maxim’s menu, and live singer-pianist entertainment. Choose the 6:45 PM or longer 9:15 PM sailing. Expect romance, polished service, and landmark views, but arrive early because the meeting point can be hard to find.

“an incredible experience. 10/10 recommend. Just book it. food was great, beautiful ambiance, live music was lovely, and staff was incredibly hospitable”

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