Bassin de la Villette (La Villette Basin) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Bassin de la Villette. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour
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It’s free to visit Bassin de la Villette; however, many travelers choose to explore the area on a guided tour. A river cruise that travels along the Seine and Paris’ canals starts at US$26, or to hire your own boat in Paris—prices begin at around US$194.

Bassin de la Villette is located in Paris’ 19th arrondissement. You can get there easily by metro—just take line #5 to Laumière or line #7 to Riquet. You can also catch the #54 bus to Riquet. It’s a short walk from any of these stops to Bassin de la Villette.

There are lots of outdoor activities available at Bassin de la Villette. These include boating, kayaking, rowing, and pedal-boat trips. In the summer, the banks have deckchairs, and there are children’s activities, a picnic area, and a petanque area. There are also summer festivals and concerts, and many travelers come here on bikes or rollerblades.

Yes, you can swim in the Bassin de la Villette during the summer months—there are four different swimming areas that offer free admission. These areas are supervised, and the water is tested daily. The pools include one for expert swimmers and two that are suitable for children.

Yes, there are several dining options near the Bassin de la Villette. These include NANA Bistro Thai with Thai fusion dishes, KOKO Bistro for Japanese cuisine, and Le Tro’Quai, a traditional French brasserie. Other options include Le Pavillon des Canaux for brunch and Pizzeria Cordial.