Visit the iconic Eiffel Tower and enjoy unforgettable panoramic views over Paris. With access to the second floor, you can admire the city’s most famous landmarks from above and take in the unique atmosphere of this world-renowned monument. For an even more spectacular experience, upgrade your ticket to reach the summit and enjoy breathtaking views from the highest accessible point of the tower. Explore at your own pace and capture incredible photos from one of the most visited attractions in the world.
Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit or Second Floor Access
Overview
Tour Highlights
- Visit the 2nd floor of the iconic Eiffel Tower
- Enjoy panoramic views of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, and other landmarks
- Choose optional summit access for the highest viewpoint
- Discover the history of one of Paris’s most famous monuments
Itinerary
Full description
Begin your visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower and admire spectacular bird’s-eye views over Paris from the second-floor observation deck. Meet your guide near the tower for a short introduction before taking the elevator up. During the ascent, hear fascinating stories and historical insights about the creation and legacy of this world-famous monument. From the second floor, enjoy sweeping views across the city and spot famous landmarks such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, and Les Invalides. After the guided introduction, continue exploring the tower at your own pace. If you selected the summit option, take the elevator to the top level for an even more breathtaking panorama and visit the Champagne Bar for a celebratory drink (own expense). On your way down, stop at the first floor to experience the thrilling glass floor suspended about 200 feet above the ground and enjoy a unique perspective of the tower below.
What's Included / Excluded
Included
- Guide
- Elevator access to the 2nd floor
- Elevator access to the summit (if option selected)
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and transportation
Frequently Asked Questions
The full experience usually takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on crowd levels and elevator waiting times. If you choose the summit option, your visit may take slightly longer as you will need to transfer elevators from the second floor to reach the top.
Second-floor tickets allow you to enjoy panoramic views from the main observation deck of the Eiffel Tower. If you select the summit option, you will continue by elevator from the second floor to the very top for the highest viewpoint in Paris.
Even with pre-booked tickets, you may still need to pass security checks and wait for elevators. During busy seasons, waiting times to reach the second floor can be around 20–25 minutes, with additional waiting time for the summit elevators.
Yes, the experience is suitable for families and children. However, visitors should expect elevator rides, security checks, and some walking during the visit. Very large strollers or bulky luggage are generally not allowed inside the tower.
Occasionally the summit may close due to maintenance or safety reasons. In this case, visitors can still enjoy access to the second floor and the panoramic views it offers. The second floor remains one of the best viewpoints in the city.
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