Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower has become a global icon of France and offers visitors the most spectacular views of Paris available

Looking up at the Eiffel Tower at night
Looking up at the Eiffel Tower at night cc licensed photo by Ella Mullins

The Eiffel Tower, nicknamed the iron lady or La dame de fer, is a tower made of latticed wrought iron. In November of 2002 this amazing structure received its 200 millionth visitor, surely a record! It was originally built as the entrance to the 1889 World's Fair and has come to be a global icon of France.

The Eiffel Tower was officially the tallest building in France and offers some really fantastic views from its uppermost tiers. It was designed and built by the engineering company owned by Gustave Eiffel, for whom the tower is named. It was, without a doubt, an engineering marvel for its day and held the record for the highest man-made structure in the world until 1930.

The Tower has three viewing levels that visitors can reach. They are located respectively at 177 feet, 387 feet and a breathtaking 896 feet above the city. Of course the top of the tower is even higher at 984 feet. You can choose to either ascend the tower by means of a set of stairs or a lift. You will need to climb 600 steps to get to the second level though, so make sure that you are fit if you opt to climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator. You will only be able to get to the third and highest level by means of the elevator.

The Eiffel Tower is open well into the night giving you the opportunity to enjoy the sunset and sparkling nighttime vistas. After dark the Tower is also spectacular from the ground with its amazing night lighting; something you won't want to miss!

There are two restaurants offering spectacular views of Paris located in the tower — one on the first level and the other on the second level. You should plan to reserve far in advance should you decide to dine at either of them.

Taking care of this national monument is no mean feat. It requires the application of between 50 and 60 tonnes of paint every seven years to keep it from rusting.

You would do well to note that access to the upper levels of The Eiffel Tower may be restricted during bad weather or if there are too many visitors already on the tower. You will not be allowed to take pets (guide dogs are exempt) or large pieces of luggage up the tower as this is considered to be a safety hazard.

Nearby attractions: Jardin du Trocadero and CinéAqua Aquarium

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Eiffel Tower

Fee: Yes, but of course it is free to view it from below.

Regular Hours:
May differ on holidays

  • Monday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Thursday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  • Sunday: 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM

Address: Champ de Mars, 5 Av. Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France

Official Website: Eiffel Tower

Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5Eiffel Tower Star Rating

5 Star Rating Visiting the Eiffel Tower was an absolute highlight of our trip, and it left us in awe of its beauty and the breathtaking views it offered. We gone to top of Eiffel Tower with lift and the Ticket price was 28 EURO per person without Guide. And no visit to a world-famous attraction is complete without a bit of waiting, and we queued up for about an hour before we could step foot inside the tower. While the wait was a tad long, it was entirely worth it for the unforgettable experience that awaited us at the top. Plus, it gave us a chance to soak in the anticipation and excitement of the other visitors around us. We decided to ascend to the second floor, and the experience was nothing short of magnificent. As we reached that elevation, we were greeted with a panoramic view of Paris that truly took our breath away. It's amazing how different a city can look from such a lofty vantage point. The sweeping vistas of iconic landmarks, the winding Seine River, and the sprawling cityscape were a sight to behold. In the end, our visit to the Eiffel Tower was an absolute triumph. The memories of those astonishing views will stay with us forever, and the hour-long wait was a small price to pay for such an iconic and mesmerizing experience. If you're ever in Paris, don't miss the opportunity to ascend this legendary landmark. It's a memory you'll cherish for a lifetime.
Mohd Faraz - 15 days ago

5 Star Rating The sunrise was great and there was not so much tourists on that day (it is weekday morning). The advantage of seeing sunrise in winter is that you don't need to get up early. :-) Buy the way, we didn’t climb the tower because the morning ticket had been sold out one day before we checked. So, I recommend booking the ticket early for the climbing.
Jiessie Y - 2 days ago

5 Star Rating I could categorize this to one of the many once in a lifetime visit places. This place seems overrated but worth the visit. Marvelous gaint structure. Amazing during the evenings. I suggest the evening visits. Wonderful get away places nearby. Accessibility to supermarket nearby is an added advantage. Tourist must be aware of the traps by the name of street magics and other street events. A must visit place and great architecture.
Gopi B - 7 days ago

5 Star Rating It’s amazing - even if you don’t go up. Go. On a rainy Monday morning in off season, the line for tickets and getting in was probably about 30 minutes total. Very doable. I spent several hours exploring the various floors, and there are cute gift shops and food shops around both floors. The view is lovely, but honestly I just loved looking at the Eiffel Tower from afar. I went up with the elevator and down with the stairs and it was short enough that I think the stairs would have been fine both ways. Really a lovely experience.
Aspen Warden - 10 days ago

5 Star Rating Visiting the Eiffel Tower was an absolute highlight of our trip, and it left us in awe of its beauty and the breathtaking views it offered. We decided to ascend to the second floor, and the experience was nothing short of magnificent. As we reached that elevation, we were greeted with a panoramic view of Paris that truly took our breath away. It's amazing how different a city can look from such a lofty vantage point. The sweeping vistas of iconic landmarks, the winding Seine River, and the sprawling cityscape were a sight to behold. Of course, no visit to a world-famous attraction is complete without a bit of waiting, and we queued up for about an hour before we could step foot inside the tower. While the wait was a tad long, it was entirely worth it for the unforgettable experience that awaited us at the top. Plus, it gave us a chance to soak in the anticipation and excitement of the other visitors around us. In the end, our visit to the Eiffel Tower was an absolute triumph. The memories of those astonishing views will stay with us forever, and the hour-long wait was a small price to pay for such an iconic and mesmerizing experience. If you're ever in Paris, don't miss the opportunity to ascend this legendary landmark. It's a memory you'll cherish for a lifetime.
Juice - 1 month ago

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Directions

Metro / RER Line Nearest Station Walking Time
M9Trocadéro‎12 minutes
M6Bir-Hakeim‎12 minutes
RER-CChamp de Mars10 minutes

How to get to Eiffel Tower by Metro / RER

By Metro: Exit Metro Line 9 at Trocadero Station and proceed around the traffic circle to the esplanade which offers a great view of the Eiffel Tower as you approach. Continue walking through the esplanade towards the tower, down the stairs on the far side, through the Jardin de Trocadéro‎ and across the Pont d'léna bridge to the base of the tower or exit Metro Line 6 at Bir-Hakeim, walk northwest (toward the river) on Blvd de Grenelle to Quai Branly and go right following the road to the tower which will be clearly visible up ahead.

By RER-C: Exit the RER-C at Champ de Mars Station and follow the promenade north along the River Seine until opposite the Eiffel Tower and cross the road to the base.

It should also be noted that the Batobus also has a stop at the Eiffel Tower should you choose it for you mode of transport.

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Official Video or the Eiffel Tower with views from the various levels, the elevator and the ground including the spectacular night lighting
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