Paris: Electric Bike Family Tour & Top Landmarks Ride

Summary

Paris by e-bike with family, city icons and riverside paths

You’ll glide through Paris on an electric bike with your family or friends, led by a local guide who keeps things relaxed and fun. Expect quick stops at icons like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame, riverside riding along the Seine, stories you won’t find in guidebooks—and plenty of chances to laugh at yourself along the way.

What’s the experience like?

Hands on the handlebars, I felt that tiny jolt of nerves — you know, like when you’re about to do something new in a city that’s always seemed a little too big for its own good. Our guide, Camille, grinned and showed us how to work the e-bikes (I swear my daughter picked it up faster than me). The bikes were quiet — almost weirdly so — and rolling out from the starting point in the 7th arrondissement felt less like joining traffic and more like sneaking into Paris’s secret rhythm.

We zipped past Place Vendôme before I even realized it, Camille pointing out some old detail about Napoleon and the column (I was trying not to wobble). The Tuileries Garden smelled faintly green — not flowers exactly, but cut grass and something sweet from a nearby stand. My son kept asking if we’d see the Eiffel Tower yet. We caught glimpses of it later, but first there was that stretch along the Seine where everything just slowed down for a minute. The light bounced off the water, people waved from café tables. It was one of those moments I didn’t expect to remember but still do.

I nearly missed Camille’s story about Pont des Arts because I was distracted by all those locks clinging to the railings. There was laughter when I tried to pronounce “Île Saint-Louis” (definitely butchered it). We passed Notre-Dame — still standing proud despite everything — and then wove through quieter streets near Saint-Michel Fountain. Riding an electric bike in Paris actually felt…safe? Maybe it was all those wide lanes or just knowing someone local had our backs.

By the time we reached Pont Alexandre III and saw that gold glinting in late afternoon sun, my legs weren’t tired at all (thank you e-bike). We stopped for photos under the Eiffel Tower — classic move, but honestly? No shame. The whole thing felt less like ticking off sights and more like being let in on how Parisians actually move through their city. There were little moments: a bakery smell drifting out as we passed Chaillot Palace, someone shouting “Allez!” from a bench, my kids arguing about who got to lead next. So yeah, if you’re thinking about a day trip around Paris with family or teens, this is probably as easy as it gets without missing any of the big stuff.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided electric bike tour in Paris

• Start tour and learn to ride e-bikes
• See Vendome place and column
• Pass by Tuileries gardens
• View Louvre Palace, Triumph Arch, and Pyramid
• See Bridge of Arts (lover's bridge)
• View Cite Island and Cite Palace from docks
• Pass through Saint-Louis island
• See Notre-Dame Cathedral
• Pass by Saint-Michel Fountain and Latin district
• Pass by Orsay Museum
• Ride along Seine river docks
• See National Assembly building
• View Pont Alexandre III bridge
• Pass by Branly Museum
• See Eiffel Tower
• View Trocadero place, gardens, and Chaillot Palace
• Pass by Tokyo Palace (modern art museum)
• See Liberty Flame memorial
• View Big and Small Palace
• See Invalids place and hostel

Top questions

Is this Paris electric bike tour suitable for families?

Yes, it’s designed for families and teenagers; children must be accompanied by an adult and over 1m55/5'01" to ride their own bike.

Do I need a driver’s license for this e-bike tour?

No license is required to ride these electric bikes in Paris.

What landmarks will we see during this day trip?

You’ll pass major sights including Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Pont Alexandre III, Tuileries Garden, and more.

Are there stops for photos on this guided tour?

Yes—photos are included and there are several stops at key locations for pictures.

How long does it take to learn to ride these e-bikes?

The briefing and test ride take about five minutes; guides help everyone get comfortable before starting out.

Is lunch included on this Paris sightseeing tour?

No lunch is included; however there are plenty of cafés along the route if you want snacks after or before your ride.

Can infants join this electric bike tour?

Infants can join using specialized infant seats or in a stroller/pram; check with organizers when booking.

Where does this guided e-bike tour start?

The tour starts in Paris’s 7th arrondissement; exact meeting point details are provided after booking.

What’s included

Your day includes use of comfortable electric bikes with large tires and disc brakes (no license needed), guidance from a friendly local expert throughout central Paris’s top landmarks and scenic routes along bike lanes or sidewalks, plus photos taken during your journey so you can focus on enjoying each stop together.