Highlights of the Eiffel Tower
From the World’s Fair to a Symbol of Paris
It was built as a commemorative monument adorning the entrance to the Paris World’s Fair in 1889. The company of engineer Gustave Eiffel undertook the project, and the structure was assembled in approximately 2 years and 2 months. Some artists initially opposed the enormous iron structure, but over time it became a symbol of Paris.
The Eiffel Tower is one of the structures that make up the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Paris, Banks of the Seine.”
Looking up from the base, you can appreciate the structural beauty of the ironwork converging from its 4 legs toward the observation levels.
Move a little away from the base of the tower toward the lawn to see its overall outline and the structure at its foot together.
How Paris looks from each observation level
From the first 1 observation deck, you can look down on the base of the tower and the Champ de Mars from a close angle, while the second 2 observation deck makes it easier to understand the relative positions of major landmarks such as the Seine, the Palais de Chaillot, the Arc de Triomphe, and Montmartre. The top floor is a place to appreciate the city’s overall expanse rather than the details of the building. If you go up before sunset, you can also enjoy the transition from the bright cityscape to the night view.
Basic Information about the Eiffel Tower
The information below was checked against official sources on October 11, 2026. Please also check the latest information on the official website when planning your trip.
- 🔗 Official website
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You can check the latest information on opening hours, prices, and reservation conditions.
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- 5 avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France
- 🕒 Opening hours
- The official calendar provides details for each day. Opening hours may change.
- 🚫 Closed days
- It is generally open every day, but exceptional closures may occur. Access to the top floor may also be temporarily suspended due to bad weather or crowding.
- 💶 Prices
- Prices and purchasing methods for adult tickets in the 4 category are introduced in the following section, “Eiffel Tower Tickets.”
- ⏱ Visit duration
- Visiting the 1 and 2 observation decks takes approximately 1 hours30 minutes; including the top floor, allow approximately 2 hours30 minutes. ⚠️ Visit duration varies depending on crowding and the observation deck used.
Eiffel Tower tickets
Select the date, entry time, observation floor, and method of transportation to make your purchase. Advance purchase is especially recommended if you plan to visit the top floor.
- Elevator to the observation deck on floor 2:23.50 euros.
- Elevator to the top floor:36.70 euros.
- Stairs to the observation deck on floor 2:14.80 euros.
- Stairs and elevator to the top floor:28.00 euros. Sold only at the on-site ticket counter, subject to availability.
- Age categories:The above prices are adult rates for ages 25 and over. Children under 4 enter free of charge but need a free ticket.
A ticket for the 2 observation deck cannot be exchanged for access to the top floor, and an additional top-floor ticket cannot be purchased on site. Check your selection before paying. Even if tickets are sold out online, same-day purchase at the ticket counter may be possible depending on remaining availability.
Getting to the Eiffel Tower
Metro
From Bir-Hakeim station on line 6, head toward the Champ de Mars; from Trocadéro station on line 9, walk across the square while enjoying views of the tower.
Bir-Hakeim station will be closed for construction on 2026 9 6 and 20, 10 4, 11 and 18, and 11 8 and 22. On these dates, use Trocadéro station on line 9 or École Militaire station on line 8.
You can find access information for the Eiffel Tower on the official page below.
RER
The nearest station is Champ de Mars-Tour Eiffel on the RER C line. From the banks of the Seine, head toward the south side of the tower.
You can find access information for the Eiffel Tower on the official page below.
For attractions, transport and suggested itineraries, see “Paris: A guide to attractions, food, transportation, and suggested itineraries”.
