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Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit by Lift

4.8(5,614)4.8 out of 5, from 5614 reviews·2h·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 15Per booking.
Minimum ageAll ageschild 0–11, adult 12–99

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • 5 fares — children priced separately

About this experience

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.

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What you actually do

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    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.

    Duration not published · admission included

What is and is not included

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Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (6)
  • 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…
  • There are 674 steps from the ground to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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