Paris in all its splendor
To enjoy the Christmas lights
Duration: 1h30
Paris by night : night bus tour in Paris with Tootbus

From : 25€ VAT INCLUDED

Strong points

  • Everyone is guaranteed to be on the upper deck (50 seats max)
  • A Christmas treat is offered before departure
  • Audioguides include Christmas carols
  • Free : for children under 3 years old
If you want to discover Paris by night in a panoramic bus, from January 2, Information and booking here.

The Christmas lights tour by tourist bus

  • It is a visit of Paris at nightfalldouble-decker panoramic bus with a upper deck 
  • It is a very pleasant way to enjoy the magic of Paris at night at the time of the christmas holidays. A fun activity with kids at Christmas!
  • Among other things, you'll be able to admire.., the Champs-Elysées decorated for Christmas, lhristmas windows in department stores, the Place Vendôme illuminated ...
  • Audio commentaries are available in English and French, as well as in Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian, Chinese and Japanese
  • The Christmas lights bus tour takes place every day including December 25thDecember 31 and January 1st 

schedule

  • Date November 22 to January 1, 2025 inclusive (every day, without exception)
  • Schedule :
    • 1 departure: at 6pm (November 22 to December 8 inclusive and December 31)
    • 2 departures: at 6pm and 8:15pm (from December 9 to December 30 inclusive and on January 1)

Prices

  • From 25€
  • Reduced rate for the Family Pack (2 adults and 2 children)
  • Free : for children under 3 years old

Useful information

  • Departure 11, rue Auber, Paris 9th arrondissement (metro: Opéra, Auber or Havre-Caumartin)
  • Arrival :  74 bd Haussmann (Paris 9e) in front of the Christmas windows of department stores (Printemps and Galeries Lafayettes)
  • You must present 20 minutes before departure - Mandatory reservation
  • duration : 1h30
  • Age For all audiences, even those with young children
  • Tickets are valid for the day and time chosen at the time of booking.
  • Tickets are neither cancellable nor refundable
  • They can be modified in agreement with Tootbus (Open Tour)

Find the list of our reviews

Star Star Star Star Star - Medium
Written by bernard LASSOUJADE, 06-01-2024

The comments weren't simple and to the point.

Star Star Star Star Star - It's worth it!
Written by Jean-Paul Chaigne, 31-12-2023

It's worth it!

Star Star Star Star Star - Nice but nothing more
Written by sylvie lunais, 31-12-2023

Not festive enough

Star Star Star Star Star - An evening with our grandchildren
Written by John TOMPKIN, on 30-12-2023

Yes, no problem, it's a great way to spend a good time in Paris. Missing wipers on the upper part of the bus.

Star Star Star Star Star - Paris Tower
Written by BIANCA MANIKAM, 28-12-2023

Text not up to date and little information on monuments

Star Star Star Star Star - Optimal, but can do better
Written by Jérôme Devaud, 22-12-2023

Nice tour of the main Christmas sites. However, it sometimes seems that the bus is determined to complete its tour quickly, despite the traffic. Passing in front of certain monuments is therefore rushed, and doesn't let you take more than a blurry, crooked photo as you go. Nice tour of the main Christmas sites. However, it sometimes seems that the bus is determined to complete its tour quickly, despite the traffic. Passing some of the monuments is therefore a bit rushed, and doesn't let you take more than a blurry, crooked photo as you go.

Star Star Star Star Star - A must-do!
Written by emmanuelle BARDEUR, on 17-12-2023

Warm welcome and delicious chocolates

Star Star Star Star Star - Exceptional outing
Written by angelique , 12-12-2023

Superb outing Arrive around 5.20pm to queue (5 buses waiting for us so no stress ) We were amazed for 2 hours To do and do again

Star Star Star Star Star - beautiful illuminations but bus not adapted
Written by martine DE AGOSTINI, 06-12-2023

- the bus was not open ' roof window and sides making it difficult to take photos - the staff didn't speak French - we stopped at the eiffel tower, stayed on the bus with no comment, and finally understood that we were waiting for it to light up ==> why didn't they tell us? - lack of conviviality, for them we had to do the tour and that was it really disappointed

Star Star Star Star Star - A good idea despite the traffic
Written by Marion Collier, 05-12-2023

Very well organized and very nice tour. On the other hand, when it's 0 degrees with 2 small children and very heavy traffic, spending 3 hours in the panoramic bus was a bit complicated... But the kids really enjoyed it and had stars in their eyes.

Star Star Star Star Star - Bad headphones
Written by annie PETIT, on 29-12-2022

I would have liked to hear your comments

Star Star Star Star Star - 1 year ago at the same time in December, we appreciated the availability of a travel blanket. This year: no blanket even though it was very cold on December 10, and we spent a good 10 minutes in front of it.
Written by guy vugliano, on 13-12-2022

experience to recommend

Reply from FamilinParis
Written by the Familin'Paris team

Hello, Further to your message, we have inquired and indeed this year there are no plaids available. Perhaps for sanitary reasons. So you'll have to cover up ... On the other hand, there's always a free hot drink.

Star Star Star Star Star - Disappointed with the service
Written by Severine Leneveu, on 12-12-2022

Disappointed... the circuit was not respected....we passed through streets that were not illuminated....no ascent of the Champs Élysées....no plaid offered as indicated on the site...the organization of the departure needs to be reviewed.

Reply from FamilinParis
Written by the Familin'Paris team

Hello, madam, We are very sorry to hear from you. We will forward your message to Tootbus. Sincerely The Familin'Paris team

Star Star Star Star Star - Top
Written by Hélène Grimaud, on 12-12-2022

Yes

Star Star Star Star Star - good circuit
Written by yves nachez, on 10-01-2022

good welcome and good tour.commentary a little fair fortunately I know the places I was able to tell the person who accompanied me the monuments and various.

Star Star Star Star Star - Very nice "Christmas lights" tour.
Written by Eric POUGET, on 06-01-2022

Very nice "Christmas lights" tour.

Star Star Star Star Star - Great
Written by Anne Mathy, 04-01-2022

Very friendly welcome, well informed and easy to find starting point. Interesting information presented in a playful way for all ages. A must do ????

Star Star Star Star Star - Disappointing
Written by CARLA FICUCIELLO, on 28-12-2021

I was expecting a more festive your, especially as I'd seen "gourmandises" when booking. The welcome was friendly but not festive, nor was the atmosphere in the bus. I thought the bus had no roof, but it was closed. We spent 1h30 in traffic jams. After 20 minutes, our son already wanted to go home. In fact, there aren't many points with illuminations compared to the time spent driving. I don't recommend this outing.

Star Star Star Star Star - Good Itinerary
Written by chantal , on 27-12-2021

Good itinerary but we were very cold

Star Star Star Star Star - Very few illuminations this year :-(
Written by Nicole PEDRETTI, on 26-12-2021

Not this year

Star Star Star Star Star - Beautiful
Written by sylvie pignon, on 24-12-2021

The minus : The traffic jams, The plus : the ride up the Champs Elysee, The bus waiting for the Eiffel Tower to sparkle! The comfort of the bus and the polar blanket! I recommend this activity

Star Star Star Star Star - Beautiful discovery of the illuminations but incomplete service
Written by Karine, on 23-12-2021

The walk is very good to discover the illuminations of Paris with children. However, I was disappointed not to have the hot drink and the candy, as planned in the description, whereas we were on the spot at the indicated time, that is to say a half hour before the departure of the bus. It's a pity because this is what gave the little touch of Christmas for the children, they were also disappointed.

Star Star Star Star Star - A pleasant tour of Paris in comfort
Written by Philippe SERROT , on 19-12-2021

Paris illuminated with the main sites visited. Pleasant atmosphere and very comfortable conditions for this one-and-a-half-hour tour. Friendly, helpful staff.

Star Star Star Star Star - Nice
Written by Dorothee Mokoyoko, 16-12-2021

Nice tour, but too bad too many traffic jams and the bus isn't in the open air. Passage too quick near Galeries Lafayettes...

Star Star Star Star Star - Dazzling!
Written by Solene , on 16-12-2021

Superb family outing with 2 children. The tour takes in all the great monuments of Paris illuminated. It's wonderful! Very easy to book, lots of dates to choose from. Very friendly driver, free hot chocolate and plaid!

Star Star Star Star Star - Rather disappointed
Written by Myriam Vinet, on 15-12-2021

I wouldn't recommend this experience to anyone, - I was placed to fill an empty seat, and therefore separated from my children! - Placed at the front, the rain prevented me from seeing the view ... windscreen wipers would have been welcome! no real illuminations, apart from the Effeil Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and Place Vendôme! To sum up: next time, we'll do it on foot and by bus/metro.

Star Star Star Star Star - A Magical Walk, Christmas Before Christmas
Written by Madeleine SABASTIA, on 11-12-2021

A must-do, a beautiful discovery of illuminated PARIS, a must-do at this time of year, it's magical.

Star Star Star Star Star - Very nice
Written by Aurore Snaps, on 10-12-2021

My mother was delighted

Star Star Star Star Star - Very good
Written by Marie Louise VUILLAUME , on 08-12-2021

We couldn't open the attachment to our booking confirmation, so we showed up to board the bus without a ticket to scan. Despite this, we were very well received and enjoyed perfect service. When you don't know Paris well (and it's raining), it's very practical, with no long waits at the stops and buses that are easy to spot. The illuminations tour was also very good. We recommend this activity. The staff are very friendly.

Star Star Star Star Star - A very pleasant visit to illuminated Paris
Written by MARIE-FRANCOISE MANTEL, on 04-12-2021

Comfortable bus, stops at strategic places, very good route. Activity to do for all

Star Star Star Star Star - Top but...
Written by Ciceou, on 02-12-2021

It was magical, but the children's commentary was inadequate.

The notices are listed in ante-chronological order

Frequently Asked Questions

+ Can we see the Notre-Dame illuminations?
+ Can you see the illuminations at the Grands Magasins in Paris?
+ When are the Christmas lights installed?
+ Where else can you see Christmas lights in and around Paris?

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