Eiffel Tower Guided Climb by Stairs
Duration: 2 hours
Overview
Don't just see the Eiffel Tower — experience it from the inside as you ascend with an expert guide. Upgrade for the summit and spectacular views, a champagne bar, and even Gustave Eiffel's office.
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Eiffel Tower Entry to climb to the Second Level
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Professional, entertaining, local guide
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Access to the summit via elevator (optional upgrade)
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Boat tickets for Seine river cruise (optional upgrade) - tickets will be distributed upon arrival
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Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour.
Excluded
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Skip the line entry
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Lunch
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Gratuities
Important information
Is this tour accessible?
This tour is not accessible for wheelchairs.
When should I get there?
Plan to be there 30 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What happens if the summit closes?
If you’ve booked the summit upgrade but the summit is closed when you receive your tickets from your tour guide, the summit portion of your tour will be refunded, and you’ll still enjoy a guided climb to the second floor. Please note that it’s not possible to cancel your reservation due to summit closure. The summit may be closed by Eiffel Tower staff for maintenance, weather, safety, and more, and this is unfortunately beyond our control.
How much climbing is there?
It’s about 700 steps to reach the second level. We climb at a comfortable, moderate pace, and there’s a break halfway through on the first floor. If mobility is a concern, we recommend our Eiffel Tower Tour by Elevator.
How does the Seine cruise upgrade work?
Your guide will give you instructions on where to find the boat. Your ticket is good for a one-hour cruise along the Seine anytime within one year of the date of your tour. Make sure to arrive on time for your Eiffel Tower tour to receive your boat tickets — if you miss your tour, you won’t be able to pick up your cruise tickets.
Will we have to wait in line?
This tour doesn’t include skipping the line. Your guide will purchase tickets for you after you arrive. Please be aware that the wait time to purchase tickets can be up to two hours. However, rest assured that your guide will keep you entertained and provide insightful information about the Eiffel Tower while you wait in line together.
Are there lockers available before we go up?
No. We recommend leaving luggage at your hotel since Eiffel Tower staff reserves the right to refuse entry to those with extra bags. Foldable strollers also aren’t allowed on the climb.
Is there food and drink available during the tour?
Yes, you can purchase food and drink on the first and second levels, and there are restrooms here as well. Your guide will have recommendations on where to eat.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. Please check the local forecast and plan accordingly. In rare instances when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or a refund.
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
Are gratuities included?
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
Highlights
More information
Climb the Eiffel Tower as its creator, Gustave Eiffel, intended. He thought it was the best way to see the tower, and we agree — that’s why we created the world’s first Eiffel Tower Guided Climb. On this immersive tour, your local guide will take you inside the tower and share about its engineering, design, history, and brief notoriety.
Take a break from climbing on the first floor and admire the views, including through the transparent floor below you. There are exhibits here, too, like a piece of the tower’s spiral staircase almost lost to history.
Next, climb to the second level for a stunning panorama of Paris: the Louvre, Notre Dame, Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre, the Grand Palais, the Seine river, and beyond. Your guide can give you recommendations on where to eat on this floor (the macaron bar is popular), and you can also shop for authentic Eiffel Tower souvenirs.
Your guided portion ends here, but if you’ve already selected and paid for the summit upgrade, you’ll continue via glass-walled elevator to the summit. At the summit, peek inside Gustave’s restored private office, with wax figures of Claire, his daughter, and Thomas Edison. Other exhibits show historic maps and even a model of the reddish-brown 1889 summit. Enjoy the views from the indoor and outdoor observation decks, and finish it all off with a drink at the champagne bar.
Per Eiffel Tower rules, if you upgrade your tour to see the summit, you should head to the summit as soon as you reach the second floor. After you visit the top of the tower, feel free to explore the first and second floors on your way down. The first level of the Eiffel Tower has more exhibits, a glass floor, and occasional pop-ups.
If you’ve opted for the Seine river cruise upgrade, you will also receive a ticket for a one-hour boat cruise. This is a physical ticket that will be handed to you when you check in for your Eiffel Tower tour with our tour coordinators. You can head straight to the boat landing to take your cruise after your climb or go on another day. You’ll have up to a year to use your Seine river cruise ticket.