CultureHikingHistorical

Eiffel Tower Climbing Stairs Experience

4.5(3147 reviews)Paris, FranceRef. viator-3731P202
3hDurationEnglish, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupChallengingLevel

About this experience

Join a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower, where you will ascend by stairs to the second level. An expert guide will share insights about the tower's construction and history along the way. This experience suits those who enjoy physical activity and wish to learn more about this iconic structure. The tour allows for a unique perspective of the Eiffel Tower that many visitors do not see. After the guided climb, you can continue exploring the tower at your leisure.

Itinerary

1

Eiffel Tower

Take on the Eiffel Tower the way Gustave Eiffel intended, by climbing the stairs. As you ascend to the second-floor observation deck, your guide will bring Paris to life with captivating commentary and insider insights. Along the way, enjoy incredible views of the city’s most iconic sights, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Once on the second floor, take time to soak in the unforgettable panoramic views and snap photos of the Paris skyline. After the guided portion ends, you're free to continue exploring at your own pace before returning to ground level by stairs or elevator. Want to go even higher? Upgrade your experience to include summit access and ride the elevator to the very top of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking 360-degree views of Paris. Summit access is subject to availability on the day of your visit.

2

The Seine

Only available when the cruise upgrade option is selected. Make your Paris experience even more memorable with a scenic Seine River cruise. After your Eiffel Tower visit, head just a short walk to the river and board a comfortable sightseeing boat for a relaxing journey through the heart of the city. As you glide past Paris’s most famous landmarks, enjoy live commentary that reveals the stories behind the city's grand architecture, historic bridges, and riverside treasures. It's the perfect way to see the City of Light from a completely different perspective and a truly unforgettable addition to your day in Paris.

What's included / not included

Free time to explore the Eiffel Tower after the guided tourExpert English or Spanish-speaking guide throughout the tour (depending on option selected)Guided Eiffel Tower climb with stair access to the 1st and 2nd floorsOptional summit access by elevator (if option selected)Small group tour with 20 guests or fewer
GratuitiesSkip-the-line accessPre-reserved tickets (group purchases tickets on the day)

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • For operating reasons or capacity control in addition to weather, the summit may not be accessible. When this occurs, the group will be unable to access the summit, even if it reopens during your tour. In this event, you will be refunded the price of the summit access within 5-10 days. The refund will be processed automatically, so there is no need to contact Viator.
  • We will do everything within our control to ensure timings and itineraries are respected. However, due to the popularity of the Eiffel Tower, we sometimes experience delays from security, or ticket desk lines while purchasing your entrance tickets. In peak months (April to October), school holidays and on weekends, please expect a minimum wait time of 30mn at the first security check and 45mn at the ticket desk line. In low season (November to March outside school holidays and weekends), please expect a minimum wait time of 15mn at the first security check and 30mn at the ticket desk line.
  • After the guided portion of the tour, you’re free to remain inside the tower and enjoy additional time exploring at your own pace.
  • Guided climbing experience: The 1st and 2nd floors are accessed by stairs, while the summit is reached by elevator.

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