Embark on a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower and discover a different side of Paris’s ‘Iron Lady’. Take the scenic route, learn about its construction, and admire the intricate design from unique viewpoints.
Embark on a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower and discover a different side of Paris’s ‘Iron Lady’. Take the scenic route, learn about its construction, and admire the intricate design from unique viewpoints.
- Avenue Elisée Reclus - Start your journey near the base of the Eiffel Tower, where an expert guide will provide an introduction to this iconic structure. From here, walk with your guide to the ticket entrance of the Eiffel Tower for a close-up view of the monument while your tickets are arranged. Please be aware that during peak times, there may…
- Avenue Elisée Reclus - Start your journey near the base of the Eiffel Tower, where an expert guide will provide an introduction to this iconic structure. From here, walk with your guide to the ticket entrance of the Eiffel Tower for a close-up view of the monument while your tickets are arranged. Please be aware that during peak times, there may be a wait to access the ticket desk, as well as to clear security and stairs lines. If there is a wait, your guide will use this time to share fascinating stories and historical insights about the Tower’s creation. This comprehensive tour typically lasts around 2 hours, but wait times for security checks can sometimes extend the tour duration.
- Eiffel Tower - As you ascend the steps to the 2nd level observation deck, the City of Light will unfold before your eyes, accompanied by your guide’s insightful commentary.
Here, you’ll be able to view more of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees, and Notre Dame. Once you have finished admiring the breathtaking views, you can choose to take the stairs or the elevator back to the ground floor to continue your Parisian adventure!
Upon booking, you can enhance your Eiffel Tower experience by adding a visit to the highest level: the summit! After reaching the second floor, you will have free time to take the elevator up to the summit (3rd level) for the best panoramic views Paris has to offer. Please note that access to the summit is subject to availability upon arrival.
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Seine River - * Only if Cruise Option is Selected:
Enhance your Paris experience by upgrading your tour with a scenic Seine River cruise! After descending the Eiffel Tower, your tour continues just 200 meters away, where you’ll board a comfortable boat for a relaxing journey along the Seine. With live commentary from a knowledgeable local guide, this upgrade offers a fresh perspective on the City of Light—an unforgettable way to experience the romance of Paris.

- Expert, English-speaking Tour Guide
- Fully guided climbing tour via stairs to the 2nd floor
- Entrance tickets to the Eiffel Tower 1st and 2nd floor
- Small group of 20 people or fewer
- Free time to remain at the site after the guided portion of the tour
- Summit Access by Elevator (if option selected)
- Expert, English-speaking Tour Guide
- Fully guided climbing tour via stairs to the 2nd floor
- Entrance tickets to the Eiffel Tower 1st and 2nd floor
- Small group of 20 people or fewer
- Free time to remain at the site after the guided portion of the tour
- Summit Access by Elevator (if option selected)
- Gratuities
- Skip the Line Access
- Pre-reserved tickets (group queues to buy tickets on the day)
- Gratuities
- Skip the Line Access
- Pre-reserved tickets (group queues to buy tickets on the day)
Discover a new perspective of Paris’s “Iron Lady” with a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower. Opt for the leisurely and picturesque stairway ascent as an expert guide narrates the captivating tale of its creation, controversies, and timeless allure.
Ascend to the second level, taking in Gustave Eiffel’s elaborate design from rare angles and…
Discover a new perspective of Paris’s “Iron Lady” with a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower. Opt for the leisurely and picturesque stairway ascent as an expert guide narrates the captivating tale of its creation, controversies, and timeless allure.
Ascend to the second level, taking in Gustave Eiffel’s elaborate design from rare angles and viewpoints often overlooked by visitors. This adventurous experience offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the globe’s most renowned landmarks.
Once the guided tour concludes, feel free to stay within the tower and explore further at your own leisure.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.