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Eiffel Tower: Second Floor Priority Access
Duration: 2 hours
Save precious time at the Eiffel Tower with a priority-access ticket to the second level.
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Eiffel Tower Stair Climb: Floor 2 & Optional Summit Access
Duration: 2 - 2.5 hours
Likely to sell out
Take the challenge of climbing 704 steps to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower and be rewarded with the most spectacular views of Paris. Learn the…
Paris: 1-Hour Illuminations River Cruise
Duration: 1 hour
Likely to sell out
See the "City of Lights" lit up for the night on a 1-hour illuminations cruise along the Seine. Pass fabulous monuments ablaze against the night sky…
Eiffel Tower Tickets: Summit or Second Floor Priority Access
Duration: 2 hours
Skip the long lines to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy the view from the top level thanks to your summit access (if option booked).
Eiffel Tower Summit Tour by Elevator
Duration: 1.5 hours
Join your expert guide for a ride up the Eiffel Tower. Along the way, hear stories and fun facts about the Tower and the surrounding landmarks!
Eiffel Tower Guided Visit With Summit Entrance
Duration: 2 - 3 hours
Visit the iconic Eiffel Tower and take a guided tour of the second floor. Learn about the monument's history and head up to the summit on your own.
Eiffel Tower Guided Climb with Optional Summit Access
Duration: 2 hours
Avoid the long elevator lines at the Eiffel Tower and climb the stairs to the 2nd level with a guide. Brag to your friends as you ascend 704 steps,…
Two-in-One: Eiffel Tower and Seine Cruise Tickets
Duration: 3 hours
Head directly up to the 2nd level of the Eiffel Tower with your skip-the-line ticket and admire many of the top attractions of Paris from up above.…
Eiffel Tower: Skip-the-Line Ticket with Summit Access
Duration: 2.5 hours
Visit the Eiffel Tower with a skip-the-line ticket. Enjoy access to the 1st and 2nd floors and the summit. Marvel at spectacular views of Paris.
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Find the best place to see the Eiffel Tower
A glimpse of the Eiffel Tower, outlined romantically against the Paris skyline — that's what you remember after visiting France. If you're looking to photograph Paris to your heart's content, use our short list of great spots in the city to get that breathtaking view (and picture).
Trocadero
To see the Eiffel Tower light show at night, the Trocadero is one of your best location choices. Bonus: the Trocadero is free, and always open.
Arc de Triomphe
You need to climb the 284 steps of the Arc de Triomphe to reach the top of this other famous Paris monument, where you’ll be rewarded by one of the most spectacular views in the city.
Montparnasse
This 689-foot skyscraper may not be a beautiful building, but the views are worth it. In the Montparnasse Tower you get the second highest view after the Eiffel Tower and 360-degree vistas.
From the Hotel Raphael
Looking for a romantic Paris date spot? Make a reservation for the terrace at this luxury hotel. Soak in the view, enjoy some champagne, and watch the sunset from the top.
Pont de Bir-Hakeim
Pont de Bir-Hakeim connects the 15th and 16th arrondissements. This famous bridge offers stunning views of the tower and the Seine—a popular spot for photographers.
Our insider tips
Avoid the queues
As you know, Paris is quite the popular holiday destination. Plan ahead if you want to jump around and see the Eiffel Tower from lots of angles. It's easy to buy tickets online and go straight to the top -- but if you're looking to do Paris on the cheap, remember to plan waiting time at major monuments into your itinerary.
Watch your stuff
Lots of travelers are looking for a cafe or restaurant nearby these views, where they can relax and regroup away from the crowds. While all the major tourist areas are safe enough, tourists tend to let their guard down as soon as they order a café au lait. As always, zip up your purse and watch out for thieves.
Opening hours
If you decide to get up close and personal with the Tower itself, it's conveniently open 365 days a year. From mid-June to early September, opening hours are from 9:00AM to midnight. During the rest of the year, from 9:30AM to 11:00PM.
Good to know
- When should I visit?The Eiffel Tower is open 365 days a year!
- Is it expensive?Free to look at from the outside. Summit tickets prices vary depending on things like the tour type or level of access.
- Will I need a guide?Only if you want one! Many travelers enjoy learning about the history and architecture from a guide. Equally as great, tour groups usually get to skip ahead of the long line of tourists waiting to buy tickets.
- How to get thereThe two closest métro stops are Bir-Hakeim (Line 6) and Trocadero (Line 9).
- Additional information
- This attraction is free for children under four years old.
- Keep an eye on your handbag at all times.
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