We will be in Paris on Bastille Day and I'm wondering what to do. I've been in France for Bastille Day before but only in the south where we watched fireworks over the harbor.
We're going to the Louvre in the morning - I'm assuming most things except museums will be closed for the celebrations so probably a low key afternoon unless we decide to join the rest of Paris picnicing in the park with a view of the tower.
Obviously the big fireworks show is around the Eiffel Tower and I've looked a bit at Seine river cruises but those that dock under the tower are under strict controls about letting people off and much of the mass transit will be closed in the area as well. I've reviewed a company that docks near Pont Neuf but them make no mention of a specific cruise for Bastille Day so I'm unsure. I've reached out to them and I'll see if I get an answer.
Anyone have insight into places to watch the fireworks from doesn't require posting up hours before or spending a huge amount of money? I'm not against reservations and paying for a good experience but I don't want to pay for bad food in Paris because the cooks are off watching fireworks too.
We're staying near Bastille if that matters.
Merci for any insight,
=Tod