Eiffel Tower Tickets Paris
- Duration2 hours
- Open onDaily
- Meeting pointIn front of the Le Champ de Mars café on the Champ de Mars
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Overview
This is a guided Eiffel Tower visit with reserved entry, so you spend less time working out tickets and more time looking at Paris. A live English-speaking guide meets you next to the tower, tells the story of its construction, then you go up by lift to the 2nd floor and, with the default option, on to the summit. Afterwards you explore at your own pace. It suits first-time visitors, couples and families who want one clear plan for the tower.
Highlights
- Guided introduction to the Eiffel Tower by a live English-speaking guide
- Reserved entry and lift access to the 2nd floor
- Lift access to the summit with the default option
- Views of Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and Les Invalides
- Time to explore alone after the guided part
- A walk on the glass floor of the 1st floor on the way down
- A 2nd-floor-only option if you prefer to skip the summit
Full Description
The Eiffel Tower on the Champ de Mars
The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 World's Fair to mark the centenary of the French Revolution, and it has become the symbol of Paris. It stands on the Champ de Mars in the 7th arrondissement and is made of roughly 18,000 wrought-iron parts held together by about 2.5 million rivets. The design came from the company of Gustave Eiffel, and it was meant to stand for only twenty years.
Your guide begins with this story at the foot of the tower, which is why many travellers book an Eiffel Tower guided tour instead of visiting alone. It answers the questions people search for, such as how the tower was built and whether it is worth going up. The visit takes about 1.5 to 2 hours in total.
The 2nd floor and the views of Paris
The 2nd floor sits at about 115 metres, high enough to see the whole city yet close enough to pick out streets, bridges and parks. From here your guide points out Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides and the curve of the Seine, and adds stories about the people and events linked to each.
You reach this level by lift after passing security. Queues for security and lifts are normal in high season, so the reserved entry is useful. If you wonder about the best time to visit the Eiffel Tower, late afternoon gives soft light and an easy switch from day to evening views.
The summit at the top of the tower
With the default option you continue to the summit, about 276 metres above the ground, the highest level open to visitors. The panorama is wider than from the 2nd floor and, on a clear day, reaches far beyond the city centre. It is the best answer to the question of whether Eiffel Tower summit tickets are worth it: you see the layout of Paris in one sweep.
After your guide leaves you, you go up at your own pace. Summit visitors wait on the 2nd floor for the summit lifts, so allow extra time. On rare days the summit closes for maintenance or safety reasons, and the guided part still takes place.
The 1st floor glass floor and how to get there
On your way down, stop at the 1st floor, where a glass floor lets you look straight down about 60 metres to the ground below. It is a popular photo stop and a simple way to feel the height of the structure.
Many visitors ask how to get to the Eiffel Tower. Bir-Hakeim on Metro line 6, Champ de Mars on RER line C and Trocadero on lines 6 and 9 are all a short walk away. Your meeting point is near the tower, and the exact place is sent with your booking confirmation.
Itinerary
- Meet your guide near the towerExchange your booking voucher for your Eiffel Tower ticket at the meeting point before the visit.
- Introduction to the tower's historyYour guide tells the story of the tower's construction and its role in Paris, at the foot of the tower.
- Lift to the 2nd floorGo up with your guide and see Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and Les Invalides.
- Summit at your own paceWith the default option, continue to the summit after the guide has left you, and allow extra time for the lifts.
- Glass floor on the 1st floorOn the way down, stop to walk on the glass floor.
What's included
- Live English-speaking guide
- Lift access to the 2nd floor
- Reserved entry to the Eiffel Tower
Not included
- Summit access
- Food and drinks
- Transport
- Tips (optional)
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 0–17
- A short visit — about 2 hours
Not suitable for
- Travellers who cannot manage queues, lifts and standing for long periods
- Visitors with large luggage, as there is no left-luggage facility at the tower
Meeting point
Meeting point details are sent with your booking confirmation, and the meeting point is next to the Eiffel Tower. Exchange your booking voucher for your Eiffel Tower ticket there before the visit, because the ticket cannot be collected in advance. Please arrive in good time for your time slot. Hotel pick-up is not included.
Important information
- Your booking voucher is not your ticket: exchange it at the meeting point before the visit.
- Expect queues for security and for the lifts; in high season the wait to reach the 2nd floor can be around 25 minutes, with a further wait for the summit lifts.
- Large luggage and bags, non-folding strollers, baby strollers and glass objects are not allowed, and there is no left-luggage facility.
- The tour runs in rain or shine, so dress for the weather and bring a light layer because it is windy at height.
- If the summit is closed for maintenance or safety reasons, the guided tour still goes ahead.
- The guide speaks English. An optional audio guide is available in English.
- Food, drinks and transport are not included.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Eiffel Tower guided ticket cost?
The price depends on the option (2nd floor and summit, or 2nd floor only) and on the age of each traveller. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
How long is the Eiffel Tower tour?
The visit takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Queues for security and lifts can add time in high season.
Is hotel pick-up included?
No. You meet your guide near the tower. The exact meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
What is the difference between the options?
The default option includes lift access to the 2nd floor and to the summit. The other option includes lift access to the 1st and 2nd floors only, without the summit.
Is the Eiffel Tower tour suitable for children?
Yes, children can join, and there is a child price in the booking panel where available. Non-folding strollers are not allowed, so plan for carrying or a folding stroller.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather, with a light layer for the wind at height. Do not bring large bags or luggage, as there is no left-luggage facility.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Availability depends on the option and the season. Choose a date in the booking panel to see the times that can currently be booked.
Can I collect my ticket in advance?
No. Your booking voucher must be exchanged at the meeting point before the visit; the Eiffel Tower ticket cannot be collected earlier.
Is it worth going up to the summit?
If you want the widest view of Paris and can spend extra time on lift queues, yes. If you are short of time or prefer a lower price, the 2nd floor option still gives excellent views.
What is there to see from the tower?
On a clear day you can see Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, Les Invalides, the Seine and much of the city skyline.
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