Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit by Lift
Description
A unique adventure to discover Paris from a breathtaking perspective! Embark on an exceptional immersive experience and discover Paris like you've never seen it before! Walk in the footsteps of Gustave Eiffel himself and experience the Eiffel Tower as he knew it — by climbing its stairs ! Unlike most visitors who take the elevator, you will ascend on foot, thus enjoying an authentic and captivating experience , punctuated by spectacular views . Your host is there to facilitate your entry, provide you with all the necessary information , and ensure that every nook and cranny is explored. Once you have your tickets, you can choose to continue your visit independently , at your own pace, or remain with a host for enhanced access. Once you reach the second floor , you can then take the elevator to the top If the option is selected and admire a breathtaking panoramic view of all of Paris — an unforgettable moment not to be missed!
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Itinerary
Ascend the Eiffel Tower as Gustave Eiffel intended—on foot. He believed walking offered the best experience, so we created the original Eiffel Tower Guided Climb. Follow your local guide inside to learn about its engineering, design, and once-controversial story. Pause on the first floor to see a salvaged spiral staircase and step onto the glass floor for a unique vantage point. Then continue to the second level for sweeping views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, Montmartre, the Seine, and beyond. Treat yourself to macarons or shop for souvenirs before your guided tour concludes. If you’ve selected the summit upgrade, board a glass-walled elevator to the pinnacle. Peek into Gustave Eiffel’s restored office—complete with wax figures of Claire and Thomas Edison—and explore historical exhibits. If you’d like a toast at the champagne bar, please note any drinks are at your own expense. Per tower rules, head straight to the summit from the second floor, then revisit the lower levels afterward.
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Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The summit may close unexpectedly at the tower's discretion. If this happens and you’ve booked summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund.
- During peak periods, security checks can sometimes take as long as an hour.
- According to tower regulations, if you book the summit, you must visit the top first before exploring the lower floors.
- If you chose the cruise option: It’s a 1-hour Seine River cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, departing from the Eiffel Tower. Admire Paris’s top landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d'Orsay, with audio commentary available in 14 languages. Cruises run daily, every 30 minutes from 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Your tour guide will give you the tickets on the day of the tour, and they’re valid for 1 year.
- There are 674 steps from the ground to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Reviews(5,564)
Fantastic going up. Guide was very friendly, and we saw a beautiful rainbow when we were up there ☺️🤗
JD the Best Guide ever! We loved JD the Professional 💪💪
JD made the experience so fun and kept the information about the history of the Eiffel tower interesting and clear. Thank you JD.
Great information and history of Eiffel Tower, very interesting. JD was wonderful!
Ana was an excellent guide. Very personable and knowledgeable. I would sign up to go with her again.
Masha was fantastic! Very informative and made the tour interesting and fun!
Masha is awesome!!!! Super cool experience
The tour with Nihad was very interesting, engaging and funny. Everything was well organized. Highly recommended.
Great tour guide. Very personable and intelligent. Engaging.
We had an amazing experience with JD as our tour guide! He did a fantastic job bringing the history to life and sharing interesting stories throughout the tour. He went above and beyond by taking pictures for us and showing us photos and videos to help explain the history and make everything more meaningful. JD was knowledgeable, personable, and made the entire experience enjoyable. Highly recommend JD if you’re looking for a great guide!
