The River Seine's division of Paris is now a delightful feature of the city, not an impediment.

You'll find yourself crossing back and forth over the river on one or another of Paris's varied—and often beautiful—bridges.

For a spectacular view of the river, go to Paris's most famous viewing-point: the sommet (top) of the Eiffel Tower.

The best view of the Seine, however, comes from being upon it.

Numerous companies operate Seine cruises, and until you have seen Paris from the Seine, you have not seen Paris completely.

Night cruises, with many of the great monuments of Paris floodlit, are particularly enchanting and—dare we say it?—romantic. More...

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